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Memories of Sapa

Day 5 & 6 - SAPA
2 days in Sapa simply wasn't enough. There was so much more to explore but didn't have enough time. Everything about the place was breathtaking; the cool and cold weather, majestic scenery, quaint cafes/shops and people. As I left the place, I could only say the trip to Sapa was incomplete - I have to return to complete what I've missed out this time round. As of now, I can only select a few shots to just provide a glimpse of what I've experienced in the last 2 days.


At the train station (Hanoi); all ready to set off.

Btw, I love my t-shirt; see the bright yellow star!


We had the 6 men cabin and I tell you it was CLAUSTROPHOBIC! There was little space to move around. Jeff's expression above says it all. Don't be deceived by Reuben's smile though

We were so glad to have left our 'little container' and head off to the Summit Hotel, where we stayed at Sapa. What a world of difference compared to the train ride. Arghhhhh...




The early morning mist was what greeted us during our 2 days there. Air was cold and crisp; surroundings totally fogged up. Yes...it was also freezing cold till the sun made its appearance.

Can you tell how hungry we were? The bowl of noodle soup saved the morning but it was not piping hot! Anyhow, these guys finished off every single drop of the soup. Ravenous

Started on our approximately 5-6km trek to Cat Cat Village. As we walked, I saw many beautiful faces and needless to say, the scenery. Let the pictures do the talking.
We each had a local who followed us closely! My friendly bodyguard who was kind enough to not hound me to buy her products unlike some other local guides. Persistent!



What you see is just the tip of the iceberg. All the faces I've seen each tell a story and its really awesome when you are able to see how each of these unique individual's lives weave together to paint a beautiful picture through their culture and lifestyles.

Part 2 of Sapa journey will be up next. Highlights of the 10km trek! Coolios!

Comments

shwei lin said…
Yuks! I think the crammed cabin was the worst part of the trip.Yesterday i was in school whole day for my office duty.This morning non-stop action bcos yeye went to c doctor in the morning for his diarrhoea and spasms.Then i cooked lunch:goose porridge and chui yuk gua.
December 20, 2008 at 12:33 PM
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