(^22) Thaton – Kyaikto - 68 km
I tried to get underway before the sun started beating down. This
relatively early start allowed me to witness barefoot monks walking
the streets, collecting rice and food from villagers. The road was
surprisingly flat and in good condition but extremely narrow. There
wasn't a great deal one could do but stick as close to the side as
possible, and the mirror came in handy. As soon as I spotted a truck,
I veered off the road, allowing it to pass.
In Kyaikto, I bunked down in Happy Guest House, and my 16,000
kyats got me a comfortable, air-conditioned room with breakfast. The
plan was to go to the mountaintop pagoda, but the oppressing heat
kept me indoors, as I was in no mood to cycle to where trucks
headed up the mountain.
leana
(Leana)
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