We spent the day exploring Chiang Mai and some of the local attractions. First, we went to Chiang Mai's most famous wat, Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep. It was perched at the top of a 306 step staircase. Although it was worth the climb, we are starting to feel a little "Watted" out After the climb, we drove out to an orchid farm which had hundreds of variations of orchids. It was stunning to see so many colors. The only downside to this place was it's butterfly room which should have been named the butterfly graveyard as most of the butterflies had seen better and livelier days Finally, the highpoint of the day was a trip to the Mae Se Elephant Camp where we spent time feeding, riding, and playing with the elephants. At the end of
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