One of the different things that I wanted to experience was to get a massage at the Chiang Mai's Women's Prison. The facility across from the Correctional center has a spa and gift shop. I walked in where a guard directed me to the room where I changed into fisherman's pants and a top. I put my personal things into a locker and laid on the mat getting ready for an experience in which I had no idea of what to expect. This Thai woman started to work on me and I was immediately impressed and
have to say it probably was the best Thai massage I ever received. At the end of the session I was offered a cup of lemon grass tea and really took in the sensation of this nice Thai Massage session.What I understand from talking with the guard and what I read in the guide books is that the money that is made goes to the these women who are about to be realeased within 6 months in which they are able to have a savings when released. These are not harden criminals. I refered to "Lonely Planet". Some of the information is a little outdated. A 1hr Thai massage is actually 180baht (almost $6 USD) and the hours are from 9am-4pm. They also do foot massage but not Herbal like the book says.
In trying to encourage others to try it out I get all kinds of reactions. It is okay though I cannot expect people to be open to this kind of experience but I do think that people need to get out of their head and their preceived ideas not only of this but anything in their lives. How do you know if you don't try? What is getting in your way?
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What a wonderful experience my friend. In my travels I too have found that some of the best experiences are those that are off the beaten path. That's where you make friends and really experience the culture. Keep the updates coming brother!
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