(^16) Georgetown – Taman Damai – 55 km
Not in the mood for cycling but not for staying either, I dragged my
heels, making my way to the ferry for the return trip to the mainland.
No sooner were we underway, than rain came pelting down. In
Southeast Asia, the rain comes in droves, and motorcycles and
scooters usually pull over at designated places during such weather. I
followed suit and waited until the worst of it passed. Barely a few
kilometres further, the heavens opened once more. What can a
woman do but find digs and watch the weather from the porch while
drinking a tall Tiger?
Taman Damai – Taiping - 44 km
My next stop was Taiping, known for being the wettest town in the
region. Even during the driest month of June, the city still receives
significant rainfall, with 159 mm of precipitation. As a result, it's
almost impossible to pass Taiping without getting soaked. As there
was no real reason to stop early, I took some time to explore the city.
When I arrived at the hotel, I was surprised that they allowed me in,
as I was dripping water all over their shiny tiles. Unfortunately, the
rain never stopped, and I ended up staying at the hotel for the rest of
the day, not doing much except eating.
leana
(Leana)
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