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Archaeological team "Meotida" goes to the Crimea for excavation
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On July 1, the archaeological team "Meotida" left Nizhni Novgorod to take part in the Eastern Crimean archaeological expedition of the Institute of Archaeology of the Russian Academy of Sciences. The archaeological team "Meotida" has been organized by the Center for Historical and Cultural Anthropology of the UNN Institute of International Relations and World History for the study of ancient monuments of the Eastern Crimea. This year, a total of 22 persons will participate in the excavation work. The expedition will comprise history students going for their field archaeological practice, volunteer students and graduates of Lobachevsky University. The field season for the group begins on July 3. The expedition will work on several archaeological sites of the Eastern Crimea. The main attention will be paid to the research of the Polyanka settlement on the coast of the Azov Sea. According to Natalia Kuzina, the head of the "Meotida" team, this settlement is a three-layered monument, both chronologically and stratigraphically. "The earliest cultural strata apparently date back to the 3rd-2nd centuries BC. Above them, some buildings of the next century were erected, and over the layer of the 1st century BC the remains of some structures of the early medieval time (7th-9th centuries AD) were preserved", N. Kuzina notes. The members of the "Meotida" archaeological team will continue the research that was started in 2014 on the site of the ancient settlement's upper terraces.


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Another feline joins us in the "Dog" gallery!
Welcome Yuri Blue.
Debra wrote "Always wanted to share a photo of Yuri Blue, who wandered into our house and hearts some 3 years ago now --- he's just finishing his "therapy cat" credentials, but we refer to him as a "healing helper kitty" And he loves peony.
Yes, peonies and other blooms sleep beneath the winter's mantle now, but soon . . . "
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A four-course lunch served on a single plate!
Taking clients out for lunch meetings can be tricky. You've got to choose the right place – professional but not clinical, up-market but not uptight, atmospheric but not too loud. When you get there, you have the interruption of drinks orders and meal decisions, and there's always that one person who doesn't know what they want to eat. In between all of it, you've got to try to fit in your actual meeting.
To remedy this, the Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff in Joburg has introduced Hour of Power lunch, which "offers guests a sumptuous four-course lunch served on a single plate that arrives within minutes of being seated. This quick, uninterrupted lunch ensures guests have a productive business meeting in the most inspiring venue in Joburg."
I tried the Hour of Power, and it really was a fast, seamless and delicious experience. The courses are bite-sized, but left me full, and nothing is too sloppy or awkward to eat. And, best of all, the only choice you have to make is what you would like for your main course (all the other courses are set).
The service was slick and unobtrusive, and the Four Season's public relations manager, Genè Redelinghuys, and I got some serious chatting done. Having a breathtaking view of Johannesburg's northern suburbs and jacaranda trees was a major plus.
If you're someone who often meets with clients and contacts, this really is worth a go. The menu is changed weekly too, so you won't get bored. I give this business lunch the thumbs up.
Hour of Power lunches run from Tuesday to Friday, 12pm to 2pm, and cost R395 per person. Booking is essential. Phone 011 481 6180
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Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Fun Butter Facts
A few fun butter facts from the Mental Floss blog. There's even a margarine quiz...
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Sunday, May 10, 2009
Happy Mother's Day!
design: sausage kolache, breakfast bar, two kinds of tea, diet coke,
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Already viewed by over 1.5 million people in France alone, and winner of Best Documentary at the Cesar Awards (the French Oscars), 'Tomorrow' has been hugely impactful. Produced by activist and writer Cyril Dion and actress/director Mélanie Laurent, it tells the story of their search for solutions to the crisis humanity faces.
It is a hugely positive and inspirational film, exploring creative solutions in the fields of food, energy, transport, economics, and education. It visits permaculture farms, urban agriculture projects, community-owned renewable projects, local currencies, creative schools and ambitious recycling projects.
It has been a huge boost to community-led projects, and is currently on release in 29 other countries, regularly receiving standing ovations, and leading to the formation of many new community projects. It is the perfect antidote to the current sense of global despondency. It also has a great soundtrack!
Please join us for the Stockport screening of this fantastic film, organised in partnership with the Transition Network, Feeding Stockport and Seven Miles Out.
Please arrive at 6.30pm for a 6.45pm start.
Register for a ticket sooner rather than later to avoid disappointment, we are charging a small fee of £2 to cover our overheads.
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About PEERS The Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills (PEERS®) was originally developed at UCLA by Dr. Elizabeth Laugeson, Founder and Director of the UCLA PEERS® Clinic, and Dr. Fred Frankel in 2005 and has expanded to locations across the United States and the world. PEERS® is a manualized, social skills training intervention for youth with social challenges. It has a strong evidence-base for use with adolescents and young adults with autism spectrum disorder, but is also appropriate for preschoolers, adolescents, and young adults with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other socioemotional problems.
Aarti Nair, Ph.D., is a postdoctoral fellow with the UCLA Ahmanson-Lovelace Brain Mapping Center and the UCLA PEERS® Clinic at the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior. Dr. Nair received her bachelor's degree in psychology and anthropology from the University of Mumbai, and her master's degree in clinical psychology from UNC Charlotte. In 2015, Dr. Nair received her Ph.D. in neuropsychology from the SDSU/UCSD Joint Doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology in San Diego, CA. Her primary research interests lie in multimodal imaging studies of social cognition in ASD, specifically using fcMRI and DTI techniques to quantify connectivity differences within this population. As a fellow for the PEERS® Clinic, Dr. Nair co-facilitates the PEERS® for Preschoolers social skills training groups and serves as an intake clinician under the mentorship of Dr. Elizabeth Laugeson. She is also a clinical neuropsychology fellow in the Medical Psychology Assessment Center (MPAC) at the UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior.
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Selling your house can often be a truly time consuming and dreadful experience. Many families tend to put it off for a few years due to the sheer levels of stress involved with traditional routes of selling, and we fully sympathise with that.
Today, though, there's less of a need to worry about the hassle factor of those traditional routes of sale, as the grip high street estate agents have on the market is slowly but surely weakening. Nowadays, the internet provides people with a better and faster way to sell their property. From the comfort of your own house you are in control of the whole sales process every step of the way. By selling your home online, the process becomes more private and cost effective.
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It is located in the gentle hills around Llanwrda Village with brilliant views of the Black Mountains. This property gives you a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the country lifestyle whilst maintain easy access to surrounding cities. It's just a perfect match for an extended family looking to be closer to nature. The potential source of income it could generate as a holiday let business is another major plus. All in all, it's stuffed to the brim with charm.
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WM Public Works scores deal on Dumpsters
Update on Southland Drive extension, recycling efforts
Procurement was the word that kicked off the February Public Works Commission meeting in West Memphis.
Chairwoman Ramona Taylor met with fellow city councilors James Pulliaum and Lorraine Robinson along with Code Enforcement Officer Mike Antel and Rhonda Standridge of the public works department.
$9,800 will be spent on replacement carts used to collect for the truck.
Dumpster bins used both for new commercial accounts and to replace worn out ones are less expensive this year. Bids have been returned and the commission made the recommendation to proceed. The city caught a break on shipping, too.
"They are almost $100 per bin less this year," said Standridge. "We are getting 18 all together. We were going to order eight 4-yard dumpsters and six 10-yard dumpsters. With shipping and taxes that is $11,150.
We saved on freight that way it would have cost another $600 in freight for two trucks if we had ordered 20. So we came in under budget."
After announcing the purchases the group heard the current status of the Southland Drive extension project and came up to date on the recycling report.
The Southland Drive extension project will connect Ingram Boulevard with one lane each way to North 7th Street near the new hospital location. Engineering and design work is finished. An expected completion date of October is anticipated but the dirt hasn't been turned over yet.
"We are waiting on the Highway departments concurrence to approve the bid for Crisp Contractors to build the road," said Standridge.
Recycling maintained a steady stride over the first months of 2016.
The January total weighed 12,420 pounds and February 10,780.
"We did dump two loads today (March 1) which puts us up there at pretty much even," said Standridge. "It seems to be consistent. Ewaste was moved out once."
Taylor asked for paint recycling to be advertised on cable access television and posted at city hall.
"The paint bins are full now, its heaping over," said Standridge. "We've had paint recycling three or four months. It has taken the bins that long to fill."
The city paint recycling takes latex paint only. A recycler blends the paint together and markets it to Eco aware consumers at a savings over normal prices. The collection bin is set on the south side of city hall.
"You cannot do that witg oil-based paints," said Standridge.å
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Vol. 4: Pepper North
Extreme Biz Profiles is a series where you can learn more about Biz members' ventures while at the same time receiving a special offer! It then opens up to any questions you may have about their products, company history, industry hurdles, etc.
Preface: Pepper North was the biggest winner in The 10th Annual Hot Pepper Awards including Best Overall Hot Sauce!
Do you have a culinary background? Your sauces reflect the idea that heat must have flavor, but you also have some serious cheffing going on; black cherries and reapers, but the result is a full on savory bomb that would complement the finest filet mignon.
I do not have a formal culinary background, but I have always had a strong interest in cooking. My wife tells me all the time that I should have been a chef. I love combining unique flavours, peppers, and other ingredients into my cooking.
Getting the flavor to shine in extreme sauces is no easy task. I attribute this to a lot of bold flavors that linger, like your usage of garlic and ginger in combo with the right sweetness/fruit, etc. Upfront flavors that have an aftertaste, to hold up through the burn but not hide the all-important pepper flavor. And nothing is overly sweet but the sweet tends to round it all out. It's quite rewarding, and not many extreme sauces can pull that off. Can you tell us more about this?
Yes – absolutely! My goal when creating sauces is that on first taste you get that quick hit of flavour before the heat kicks in. This is where my use of fruits comes in. An example would be our Blueberry Plague hot sauce, where you get that initial blast of blueberries along with the sweetness of the honey before the heat from the scorpion peppers starts to build. Then after a couple of minutes the heat starts to subside and you are left with a sweet and savory sensation that is very enjoyable. I always use a pepper variety that I think would pair well with the combination of other ingredients, such as blueberries and scorpion peppers, pineapple and habanero peppers, black cherry and reaper peppers, etc.
The mustard is fantastic, how are the sales compared to sauces?
It's funny, the Hive Mind mustard was actually our 2nd product we released after our No Joke hot sauce, but it has never received the overall love that our sauces have. Winning back-to-back 1st place awards in the Hot Pepper Awards has helped, but people always seem to be drawn to our hot sauces. I think the mustard is one of those products that has to be sampled – once people try it they love it.
Tell us about your latest creation.
Our newest product is our Stargazer "7 Pot Primo" Hot Sauce. We wanted to have some fun with a blazing hot, pepper-based sauce, but still keep our spin on it. We decided to keep it simple (only 7 ingredients), and really focus on the flavour of the Primo pepper. We paired it with red jalapenos, maple syrup, lime juice, and garlic to give it a sriracha style twist. We were thrilled when someone sent Bill Moore a bottle on our behalf to review and he loved it – giving it a 9/10 on his heat scale. The review can be seen here:
Are there plans to be able to offer to more customers worldwide? The Canadian-only deal seems so limiting (and quite honestly it's not fair! ). (Note: This promo is open to USA)
Absolutely, and I understand everyone's concerns. The shipping cost is the setback at this time, just as how most US based sauce companies do not ship direct to Canada. We are working on it though, and hope to have something in place by mid-2018.
¡FIERY! QUESTION: This may be controversial, but which of your sauces do you recommend on poutine... and the real question, have you committed such heresy?
I can't say whether I've actually put one of our sauces directly onto poutine, but I have definitely made pulled pork with our Heart of Aztlan BBQ sauce and topped off a poutine with that – delicious!
For 30 days, we are offering anyone in Canada or the USA our Fiery 3 Pack at 50% off <-- Use This Link! Customers can pick any 3 of our sauces and use coupon code: thp-deal. We have also set flat rate shipping of $10.00 across Canada, and $18.00 to anywhere in the USA. Exp 9/9/17 PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL PRICES HERE AND ON THE WEBSITE ARE IN CANADIAN DOLLARS.
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I need Java developer who can read Chinese to develop software to retrieve some numbers from a website. Performance and accuracy are critical for this operation. It has to be fast, and it must perform checks to validate that it has retrieved the proper data.
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Thriller Live - Candle-lit Tribute Gallery
YESTERDAY evening (June 26, 2012), the West End cast of Thriller Live paid an onstage candle-lit tribute at the Lyric Theatre to mark the third anniversary of Michael Jackson's death.
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Best way to trim your baby's nails
Trimming your baby's nails is important, but doing it wrong could be painful. This blog outlines the best way to trim your baby's finger nails, and why you shouldn't use nail clippers or your mouth!
Avoid nail clippers! Easy to accidently clip your baby's finger and can lead to an awful morning.
Honestly, it is so easy to accidently clip your baby's finger. I accidently clipped the top of my baby's thumb when he was 6 months old, and the poor boy was bleeding. He was crying, I was crying. Everyone was crying. It was awful! At the time, he was also obsessed with biting his thumb, so he re-opened the wound. I put a Band-Aid over it during one of his naps, but then quickly realized that it can be a choking hazard. When I ran back upstairs, the Band-Aid was already off. Thankfully, it was only a close call and he didn't swallow it!
Don't use your mouth. You could pass on harmful bacteria or germs to your child.
- It's your baby, you carried him/her in your womb, so why would it be wrong to use your mouth? Your baby does not have the same ability as you to ward of harmful germs that you may be carrying. Even if you feel healthy, you may have contracted something and just don't know it yet. Play it safe. Babies put their hands in their mouth so be sanitary and don't use your mouth! This was a big no-no at the NICU even for breastfeeding mamas.
The solution – use a glass crystal nail file! This will be one of the most life changing baby products you will purchase.
- A glass crystal nail file, if used properly, is safer than nail clippers and more hygienic than your mouth (if you keep it clean of course!). It's also amazingly way more relaxing to use. I put my baby on my lap and he is easily entertained as I work at each finger with the glass crystal nail file. You can also use it during breastfeeding as I find babies are so occupied they don't fuss at all during this time. The crystal in the nail file allows you to maneuver with fine detail, leaving your baby's nails soft and smooth! Just how they should be.
Shopping List: Which one to buy? I love using the Sephora crystal nail file (comes in pink and purple). I have also seen similar nail files on Amazon. Your local beauty boutique may also have some.


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Can We Please Calm Down. Please.
I cannot fathom what happened today. Rep. Giffords is a milspouse, a member of the Congressional Military Family Caucus, a hard working congresswoman who supports and understands military families. According to the news, a young man shot her in the head, and then started shooting indiscriminately. A judge and a nine year old, amongst others, are dead. The rhetoric is flying, everyone is blaming everyone else. Can we please wait until there is proof of who this person is, what his affiliations are, to start slinging mud and accusing people of incitement? This is the type of behaviour we are condemning; and we need to condemn it whether it comes from the Right or the Left.
Today – let's hope for the best for our fellow milspouse, and for the rest of the wounded. Our condolences go to the families of those who died.
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I was just looking at some youtube posts allegedly from the shooter. If they really are, it is my inclination that the shooter was mentally ill, probably schizophrenic. Posts about mind control, conscience dreaming, etc. It is very sad in any case and I imagine it will be some time before we know enough facts to really form some type of conclusion.


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Saturday, February 11, 2012
A Mini-Tale of Semi Urban Survival
On January 11, I performed my annual birthday ritual of running one lap for each year, and recalling the details of each year as I ran. After I was done, and after I took a remarkably hot "memory bath" outdoors, and after rubbing my body with Peuvian mint leaves, I met with Urban Nature Girl Helen at Whole Foods in Pasadena to share a light birthday lunch.
Helen's schedule only permitted her a brief time in the early afternoon, so we met and ordered our soba noodle soup. We also purchased some juice, and a small raspberry cake that we'd split.
My legs and hip were still buzzing from the 57 years of memories, and I was in relaxation mode as we sat for our noodles. We talked about my run, and my memories.
Then it was time for our cake. I was about to cut it when Helen informed me that it was "essential" to blow out a candle, even a small one. She found a little twig to use as the "candle," and she told me to go ahead and light it so I could blow it out. I had my magnesium fire starter with me on my keychain, but it didn't seem appropriate to use that inside Whole Foods. I asked her if she had a Bic or matches in her purse. She didn't. I had very little with me since I had been running. I went out to my car to find matches or a lighter, but didn't have either. My excuse was that this was not the car where I kept much gear. I then searched my pack to find matches or a Bic. Nothing. I know this seems hard to believe, but I couldn't even find a knife!
I went back in and told Helen not to bother, that we'll just have the cake without a candle. She just gave me that look, which meant that we would have a candle. She got up and said she'd find a candle and matches. When she came back, she had neither a candle, nor matches, nor a lighter, since this "green" store sold none of these essentials for life. But she did come back with a pack of incense sticks. She told me to go ahead and light an incense stick, and keep the flame going long enough to blow it out.
Ok, yes, but I still only had my magnesium fire starter and no knife.
"You don't have a knife?" she chided. "You're supposed to be some sort of survival guy," she said, as we both laughed. "Don't tell me that you can't make a fire."
So, I pulled out my little P39 can-opener from my key chain and used it to laboriously scrape my magnesium to get a tiny pile of shavings. It took maybe five minutes to get even a small pile of shavings, which we then bunched up into a small piece of a napkin. Then I practiced sparking the sparker on the magnesium tool with my little can opener, which wasn't easy, but if I held everything just right, I was able to produce some sparks.
"OK, ready?" I asked Helen. She held the napkin and the incense stick as I carefully scraped the striker with my P39, and the napkin lit, and she quickly lit the incense stick and stuck it into the top of the cake. She even managed to click a photo before I blew out the "candle," which meant I will get my wish that the world will not end in 2012 and all my goals will be achieved.
We ate the little raspberry cake, laughing about how long it took to get that fire. And no one at Whole Foods even seemed to notice our little drama since we were over in one corner of the store.
And yes, it did feel better to make that little fire in such an unexpected place and unexpected time, rather than to slink home hanging my head in shame.
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- John Wheeler said...
Argh, don't they say that if you tell what your birthday wish is, it won't come true?
Survivalism is more about adapting to what is available than always being prepared, which you demonstrated quite well.
- izzit said...
It is better to know how to cope without them, of course, but I have seen some 'pretty cool' keychain accessories lately - like mini-lighters (the size of a chapstick tube) and LED lights smaller thn a library pencil. I would like to see the knowledgeable people have these as well... it's amazing what would fit in an Altoids kit nowadays.
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Hiking is slowly becoming popular among the masses, especially those who want to regale themselves in the serene surroundings punctuated with verdant flora. The mere mention of vacationing on a hiking trail can make their heart skip a beat. But for some, hiking is a way of life. Their love for hiking does not depend on any season. They can continue living their passion even in the rains. As Rachel Carsen aptly remarks, "A rainy day is a perfect time for a walk in the woods." And if you agree with Carsen's romantic thought, then you must be looking forward to enjoy hiking in the rain.
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Essential Tips for Hiking in the Rain
Rains bother beginners because it gets wet, cold, and soggy. However, the plus side is that hiking in the rain means fewer crowd, clean-clear-fresh-green woods, more wildlife, and an excellent opportunity to feel the virginal beauty around. It requires practice, though.
The more you hike in the rain, the more you are prepared for it.
You should begin with backpacking to a trail that is short, simple, and near your hometown; gradually you can upgrade to a difficult trail. On that note, here are some essential tips for hiking in the rain.
Wear the Right Clothing
After you have decided the hiking destination, the next question that pops up is how to stay dry when hiking in the rain? Rainproof clothing is the first item you should pick. Suit up in three-tier layering:
- Base layer: This is a lightweight layer that keeps your body fresh in the rains. It absorbs the moisture and insulates the body heat.
- Fleece: These synthetic insulators will retain their feel, warmth, and function while you get drenched in the rain.
- Waterproof jacket: Look for a jacket that has a waterproof rating of 2,000 mm or above. Also, they should have a mesh lining or an underarm ventilating zip for breathing.
A few additional clothing tips:
- Go for synthetic clothes, as they dry quickly and retain heat even when they are wet.
- Cotton is a big no.
- Choose waterproof clothes with good ventilation.
- Regulate your body temperature with hoods, zipper, wrist straps, and pit zips.
- Pack extra pairs of socks, long underwears, and a long sleeve jersey.
Pick the Right Footwear
Your footwear is as important as any other rain-proof clothing. Walking boots are the best rain boots for hiking as they have a good and sturdy rubber sole. A rubber sole has a good traction on different terrains, including wet surfaces. Mesh material is another important feature that you should look for in your hiking boots. The mesh helps your feet to breathe and boots dry up quickly.
Besides, you must pay attention to the socks as well. Wet socks can lead to blistering and athlete's foot. While picking the socks, make sure it is made of the appropriate material to minimize blisters.
Get all the details on hiking shoes here- 9 Tips to Keep in Mind while Choosing Hiking Shoes
Bring the Right Gear
These are other items to be added to your list of essentials for backpacking in the rain.
- Waterproof backpack: Although they are expensive but are worth investing. Alternatively, you can make do with a rack sack cover.
- Chamois cloth: If you wear glasses, always carry a chamois cloth in your outer pocket.
- Bandana: Do not trust tissues in the rainy season as they tend to get soggy; instead carry a bandana.
- Gaiters: These can be wrapped around your lower legs to keep your socks dry. Also, carry neck gaiters.
- Hiking poles: They come very handy while hiking in the rain. They provide stability on slippery ground and are helpful in gauging the water depth. (Read our article "To Use or Not? Benefits of Trekking Poles").
- Headlamp: During rains, it gets dark early. This is the time headlamp will come to your rescue.
- Hat: Carry a hat with a brim to keep rain out of sight. The hat should easily fit beneath your jacket hood.
- Hand warmers: Temperature is typically low in the wet regions. If the conditions drop beyond your tolerance, then a packet of hand warmers would be really relieving and uplifting. Hand warmers are disposable packets that produce heat on demand to cold hands.
- Blister care: Wet feet, tight shoes, or even a wrinkle in the socks can induce a pressure point and the constant friction between your heel and the shoes creates heat which is conducive to blister environment.
For more details read How to Prevent Blisters While Hiking.
Choose the Right Trail
Hiking in rains is a real challenge as the trails are wet, muddy, and slippery. No matter the trail condition, the view and the whole experience is worth accepting the challenge. Be prudent while zeroing down on the destination. Pick a trail that is relatively easy to negotiate even when there is a heavy downpour.
Well-established routes are a safe bet.
Also, prefer a trail that is well covered by woods. The trees will not only minimize the damage to the trail from the rains but also provide shelter from it. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned hiker, always have proper knowledge about the place you are hiking to.
Bring the Right Snacks
Even if you are going on a short hiking trip, you need to pack snacks. (Read our article "Hiking Food Ideas – Not Knowing These Can Make You Regret!"). Opt for ready-to-eat snacks as you cannot sit and cook in the rain. Carry energy bars, fruits, and even dried meat for a quick source of energy.
Ways to Protect Your Gear
After having an amazing yet drenched hike, what can be more satisfying than drying out and relaxing in a cozy sleeping bag by campsite! After having been through a lot during the day, you would want to have a peaceful sleep in the night. To ensure this, you need to take measures to keep the essential items dry while hiking in the rain. We list the things you should carry for protecting your gear:
- Garbage bags: These are lightweight and inexpensive and can protect your gears from the rain.
- Heavy-duty bin liner: Use a heavy-duty bin liner inside your backpack. This will ensure that your items inside the bag stay dry and free from moisture.
- Waterproof containers: Your electronic navigators and communication devices may get wet and stop working. Place them in waterproof containers instead of plastic bags.
- Ziplock bags: Place you wet-sensitive items like maps, snacks, etc. in ziplock bags.
- Pack covers: This cover is made up of lightweight nylon or ultra-light silk nylon and tightens around the pack and keeps the gears safe even in heavy rains.
Wet Weather Trail Hazards
Heavy rains can create hazards for both beginners and seasoned hikers. Follow the following safety tactics to avoid possible hazards:
- On hilly paths: You can easily fall from or on wet rocky surfaces, muddy paths, and sandy badland. Wear ankle boots with ridged soles and carry a hiking pole.
- During a flash flood: A stream may overflow and just wash away whatever comes in its way. Avoid hiking along rivers during rains.
- Crossing creeks: Be careful while crossing swollen creeks. Remember to unbuckle the hipbelt of the backpack for easy release in case of a slip or fall in the running current.
- In the case of a landslide: Rainwater can soak natural or man-made slopes. Avoid going near slopes during rains as there can be unpredictable landslides. Look for alternative safe routes and leave the scene immediately in case you fall victim to any of the landslides.
- When you suffer hypothermia: With constant rains, the body temperature may go down even in summers. Insufficient padding in a cold place can lead to hypothermia. Carry warm and waterproof clothes. Always pack a couple of extra clothing. Take rest at regular intervals and keep yourself sufficiently energized with snacks.
Camping Tactics in the Rain
Setting up the tent (in the rains) is a complicated job. But shelter from the persistent pitter patter is important if you are hiking in the rain for more than a day. Here are certain pointers for camping in the rain adequately, take notes-
- Select a drier, higher ground. Preferably under trees but damaged ones.
- Be wary of the fly-first pitch. Carry the footprint.
- Recruit rainfly holders.
- Keep the insides of the tent/rainfly dry. Switch to the dry set of clothes before getting inside.
- Never cook inside the tent.
- Avoid touching the inner wall of the tent or the rainfly.
So, there you go! Those are some of the points to be mindful of when you go hiking in the rain. Don't let your love for hiking get washed away in the rainy season. Just be cautious, load on the required essentials and prepare yourself with the competent campsite tactics for the most adventurous hiking in the rains! Feel a fresher and greener Mother Earth and trust us, woods are more beautiful in the rains.
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Mount Phousi & Wat Chom Si Temple
Luang Prabang, LaosGetting there
Access: You will find a set of steps leading up to the top of Mount Phousi opposite the Royal Palace Museum on Thanon Sisavangvong, and another entrance on Thanon Phousi, near the Hive Bar.Telephone
+856 71 71 212470More information
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Entrance fee is 20.000 Kip (US$ 2.60) per person.Opening hours
There are no set opening times, but it is best to visit Mount Phousi during daylight hours. You will have no problem making your descent in the evening after viewing the sunset, however.
You can climb the mountain from 6 am. There is no fixed closing time to allow people to watch the sunset from the top.
Rising 150 metres above the centre of town, Mount Phousi cuts a distinctive figure on the Luang Prabang skyline. The hill is popular as a place to watch the sun rise or set over the Mekong River. From the summit you can enjoy a spectacular 360 degree outlook across the city and its many temples, and out over the surrounding landscape to the mountains in the distance. Count on spending a couple of hours for the climb and descent, with several stops to see the temples, rest under the shady trees and admire the magical views.
There are hundreds of steps to negotiate, but the climb is gentle enough for anyone who is in reasonable health. For a complete experience, go up Mount Phousi on one side and use the other set of steps to make your way down again. You can pray and make offerings at several temples along the way. Next to Wat Chomsi at the top of the hill you can buy flowers to offer for blessings, as well as caged birds. The Laos believe that if you set a bird free you will enjoy good luck and happiness in the future.
Phousi (Sacred Hill) is the geographical as well as spiritual centre of the city. Believed to have once harboured a powerful naga who dwelt in its bowels, the hill is also seen as a miniature Mount Meru, the Mount Olympus of Hindu-Buddhist cosmology. Though there is nothing to see on the hill itself, save for an ancient-looking sim at its foot, Phousi is striking from a distance. Indeed, the golden spires of That Chomsi at its summit are the first glimpse of the city that visitors get if they are arriving by boat or plane. Likewise, the peak affords a stunning panorama of the city it crowns, and the shimmering rivers and jungle-clad mountains beyond are mesmerizing. Viewing the setting sun from the summit of Phousi has become a kind of tourist ritual, so don't expect to enjoy the moment alone – indeed, early morning is a better time to come, when the city and the hill are more peaceful. A quieter spot from which to watch the sunset is Santi Chedi on a hill due east of Phousi, which affords a marvellous view back towards Phousi, without the crowds.
There are three approaches to the summit. The first and most straightforward is via the stairway directly opposite the main gate of the Royal Palace Museum. The second approach, on the other side of the hill, is up a zigzag stairway flanked by whitewashed naga, and can be used for descending to Phousi Road. The third and most rambling approach is via Wat Pha Phoutthabat near Phousi's northern foot (across from the Saynamkhan Riverview Hotel).
Most people choose the first ascent, which allows you to first stop at the adjacent Wat Pa Houak. This fine little temple, overlooking Sisavangvong Road and the Royal Palace Museum, has a charmingly weathered facade, but is mainly of interest of its interior murals. Though the French art historian Henri Parmentier once describing them as "ridiculous", they are in fact fascinating, and appear to depict Luang Prabang as a celestial city. Besides Lao characters in classical costumes, there are Chinese, Persians and Europeans in the city, but it is not clear whether they have come as visitors or invaders. After soaking up the murals it's a steep climb through a tunnel of shady plumeria trees to the peak.
Two ways to the top
Two stairways lead to the top of the hill. To get the most of the views and shrines, take one up and the other one down. The way up most often used is found on Sisavangvong road, opposite the Royal Palace Museum; 328 steps will get you to the top.
Another stairway is on Thanon Phousi with a total of 355 steps and several viewpoints along the way to the top. At the start of the stairway is a small restaurant with a map showing the various attractions on Phousi Hill. A short climb up the stairs is a display of golden colored Buddha images in several mudras; among them are a Buddha holding an alms bowl, a Buddha image in the calling for rain mudra, a Buddha in the meditation mudra sheltered by the hood of the multi headed serpent Mucalinda, a reclining Buddha and a sitting Buddha surrounded by followers. About halfway up is a small cave temple sometimes called Wat Tham Phousi housing several Buddha images.
That Chomsi
On top of the hill is That Chomsi, a golden pagoda topped with a 7 tiered parasol. The slender pagoda is set on a white painted, rectangular base. It was built by King Anourat in 1804. Next to the stupa is a small viharn housing a large seated Buddha image surrounded by smaller ones. The golden That Chomsi atop the hill is visible glittering in the sun from much of Luang Prabang.
Location: Mount Phousi rises above the centre of the old town of Luang Prabang, and is situated between Thanon Sisavangvong and Thanon Phousi. From its peak you can look out over the entire city and beyond, with the Mekong River to the north and the Khan River to the south and east.
Climbing to the top of Phou Si Hill
There are 3 routes of ascent to the Phou Si Hill:
- Access in the street, Sisavangvong Road (the most popular and easiest, opposite the Royal Palace route).
- Access from the street Kingkitsarath Road (to the other side of the Hill, stairs of zig-zag the preferred route of descent)
- Access in the street Kitsalath Road (opposite the hotel Saynamkhan River View, the more difficult route and steep, recommended for the more adventurous).
A rule is often used a way to climb to the top of Phou Si Hill and a different way to lose.
The most popular ascent route to the Phou Si Hill is opposite the Palacio Real Luang Prabang, in calle Sisavangvong Road, since in addition to its excellent location it is one of the most direct ways. The stairs are partially hidden by vegetation, but can be clearly seen from the street, here's the illustrative photo.
View from the top of the Phou Si Hill
After touring the steps rise to the ascension to the top of Phou Si Hill will arrive at the Summit of 100 meters. At the top of the Phou Si Hill we have the incredible views of the city of Luang Prabang.
On one side we have the Nam Khan River and the city of Luang Prabang (the Nam Khan River is easily recognizable by the metal bridge built to unite both shores).
At the opposite end of the river Nam Khan seen from the Phou Si Hill is the Mekong River as it passes through Luang Prabang.
Late in the afternoon, just before dusk, is one of the busiest moments of the Phou Si Hill.
However in the early hours of the morning, time where virtually no visitors, can enjoy quietly from the incredible views of Mount Phousi next to the Wat Chom Si.
Wat Chom If
At the top of the Hill is located Phou Si Buddhist temple Wat Chom if, built in the year 1804 by King Anourat. The structure that can be seen from a distance is a stupa of 24 metres high, rectangular white and decorated by 7 Golden parasol base.
Access to the stupa is prohibited and protected by a gate, stupa can only grant this prayer room next to the stupa.
Next to the stupa is Wat Chom Si Temple, a building in white with the frames of doors and windows in red, pointy ceilings with decorations in gold color.
Inside the temple Wat Chom Si, also called Wat Chomsi, I keep only a Spartan statues of Buddha as an altar with flowers that can be bought at the women sitting at the beginning of the stairs rise in front of the Royal Palace.
Wat Pa Houak
The first flight of stairs for ascent to the Phou Si Hill, at the entrance to the Royal Palace of Luang Prabang, situated is a small abandoned temple called Wat Pa Houak.
This temple of the year 1841 formerly served as library for manuscripts, currently little or nothing remains of that, just an altar to Buddha and paintings illustrating traditional life in Laos.
Buddha statues Wat Tham Phu Si
Once travel more than half of the ascent to the Phou Si Hill, previous step by box office, is accessible to Wat Tham Phu if enclosure. This colorful area is decorated by statues of Buddha in golden color.
The best-known statue that was found in Wat Tham Phu Si is the reclining Buddha, whose legend buddha tuesday.
Along with the statues of Buddha Wat Tham Phu Si is a tiny cave with more images inside.
Ruins Wat Pha Phutthabaht
Very close to the top of the Phou Si Hill is the cave Wat Phra Bat Nua, where you will find the footprint of Buddha.
Along with the relic of Buddha, on one side of the stair way, a piece of anti -aircraft artillery, some shells have been converted into planters.
Entrance fee and opening hours of Phou Si Hill
The price of the ticket are 20,000 kip (approx. €2, see) Currency of Laos(), this entrance ticket allows access to the top of the Phou Si Hill (That Phu if) to admire the views of Luang Prabang and also allows access to the grounds of Wat Tham Phu if Buddha statues.
The box office is located at the top of the staircase, allowing free access to travel some temples, such as Wat Pa abandoned temple Houak.
Although officially there is no schedule of opening the Phou Si Hill and Temple Wat Tham Phu Si, the box office is open from 6:00 until Sunset . Where there is no one at the box office, it can be accessed the enclosure without paying entry.
How to get there
You will find a set of steps leading up to the top of Mount Phousi opposite the Royal Palace Museum on Thanon Sisavangvong, and another entrance on Thanon Phousi, near the Hive Bar.
Phousi Hill is located in the center of Luang Prabang. The main stairway up is behind the Royal Palace Museum on Sisavangvong road. Get there either on foot or take a tuk tuk or jumbo for between 10,000 (US$ 1.30) and 15.000 Kip (US$ 2).
Reviews by visitors
Take the stairs that start where the night market sets up, it looks daunting, but even for unfit 50+ year olds, with a few stops you can get to the top, and you won't be disappointed. Terrific views of LP. Take the other stairs down as there are many things to see.
The place gets really crowded around the sunset. Easy to climb with steps located opposite royal palace in the night market street. Good time would be early morning as there would be less crowd. There is an entry fee.
~Vineeth N
You could see the view of the city itself and also take really nice pictures. There's a handful of mosquitoes that would keep you accompanied too. Tourist flocked there during sunset and the place would be too crowded. Entrance is 20,000 kip and is free after 6pm or 6.30
~Joel C
Really stunning views from the top and a good place to watch sunset. Does get pretty busy around 5.30 for sunset but worth the trip up. Steps all the way up, not too difficult
Pleasant and easy enough walk. Views are somewhat obscured but worth doing. Nothing particularly spectacular so struggling to write the one hundred words for a review... visit if you can but don't feel you've missed out if you don't!
We went up Mount Phousi on a hot evening in June 2016 to see the sunset over Luang Prabang.
Climbing up the 329 steps was so worth it! The view is amazing.
Best time to go up should be early morning, as it is quite crowded from afternoon on. But we enjoyed it anyway.
Two little hints: bring DEET against mosquitoes and a flashlight for the way back (if after sunset), as the steps are not illuminated at night.
This attraction is great not only for the great views but also it is a great form of exercise. There are great views at the top and also very interesting Buddha statues on the way down. I recommend bringing a camera and walking shoes for the 1 - 2 hours trip depending on your fitness.
I hate climbing up but I don't have regrets. I went up twice; 3 yrs ago and last month.
The steps are over 300 but not steep and not hard.
If you go there around sunsetting, you will see a lot of people have taken the best spots, so climb up a bit early with your book or music.
You will see the postcard-like Luang Prabang landcape and sunset if the weather allows.
Went there in May when the sun sets around 6:30 pm..Try and walk up and reach there by 5:30-5:45, as the place gets really crowded as sunset draws closer. The steps to Mt Phousi start from opposite of Royal Palace, and entry fee is 20K Kip (USD 2.5) and take you to the hilltop in about 20-30 minutes deepening on how fit you are. There is a Buddha temple at the hilltop as well.
Went here early morning (after the alms giving, so we arrived around 7-8am) - it was gorgeous at this time! Mist over the mountains, great views and hardly any people.
Heard it gets crowded here at sunset. So glad we opted for early morning.
Yes they over-price the short climb (you have to pay 20,000kip), but its nice to do at least once.
~vivi c
Take the back stairs (not the street with the night market the street behind) as you walk up the steps (appox 400 to the very top) your greeted with many buddhas and great views of the city. Once you get nearer to the top it's 20,000 kip, we were told to cover up but many tourists didn't and weren't asked to. Our guesthouse suggested going at 5pm as sun sets by approx 7pm. This was perfect, chance to see the views and sites on the way up. At the top it gets quite busy for people watching the sunset, but a great view, worth it. On you way down exit via the front ready to explore the night market and get a great view of the Palace/National Museum
After climbing the steps, which can be tiring in summer heat, the view of the UNESCO heritage town of Luang Prabang is nice. The view of evening sunset and the glimmer in the Mekong is beautiful.
Maybe the weather didn't cooperate for us but we didn't see much of a sunset. It was so crowded we didn't really enjoy it.
The temples coming up and going down are worth it though - best reclining Buddha I've seen so far!
We came during sunset, too many people made it hard to take nice photos, the view was beautiful but not exceptional. It was cloudy when we went so the sunset was not that nice. It was dangerous to go down without a flash light because the winding stairs had no lights at all and it was pitch black. The entrance fee was 20,000 kip and one would expect at least a few lights. You might be better off watching the sunset at the Mekong River for free.
Amazing scenery after a quite long hike to the top. In between, you will find a temple or two and many Buddha statues. But all the hikes pay out. Breathtaking view!
Absolutely beautiful, but its a cheek that someone at the bottom charges you 20,000 kip each 5-6.30pm because of the sunset! Be prepared to sweats its a long old way to the top!
Was drenched in sweat after climbing hundreds of steps. But was rewarded with overviews of the city. Many Buddha statues scatter around the hill as well. I wish I could take a selfie with the monks though.
~Ter G
The walk up it self doesn't take more than 25 minutes or so - but with the high temperature is harder than I thought. You pay a little fee to make the walk. On top is it's a fab view over LP for sure. But the advice I can give is to stop by some of the temple schools & talk to the monks. It's very rewarding & actually very much fun! Make a donation if you can.
This was worth bearing the heat and stairs. Great views of the city and river. Not too expensive to get up here, and worth it.
~Josh-Liz W
We got to the top just in time for a storm. The scenery in LP is amazing and viewing from the mount gives a greater understanding of the size of the city (pretty small). The view is no good for sunset however; there are trees in the way.
Climb the stairs to the temple from North - from the old quarter - as you can get to the top bypassing the other Buddhas (unless that's your thing) and avoid paying a 20,000 kip viewing fee per person.
We didn't go up for sunrise but given the location of the mount and the view, we think this could look pretty special.
This place is worth your money and sweat ! Just around 200 climbs up the stairs, you will enjoy the 360° view of Luang Prabang. The mountain layers are so impressed.
~Pirawan B
Great place for sunset viewing, loves the view from Mount Phousi. You'll have to climb a short flight of stairs, and there're entrance fees just like most attractions.
Overall one of the best places to visit in Luang Prabang! Be sure to head up earlier to grab a good place for sunset as it will get pretty crowded.
Nothing fabulous about climbing up the hundred of steps but the view of the Mekong River, Nam Khan River and the town of Luang Prabang should satisfy the purpose. Remember to check out the Buddhas on the other side of the Stupa when you descend the stairs towards the Nam Khan River.
~Kenji G
The walk up to the mountain is tough but worth it for the views of Luang Prabang. You have to pay 20,000 kip to go to walk up to the temple at the top which isn't that impressive but the views make it worthwhile.
~Chloe A
Phousi at sunset is a tourist trap. Since it became clear that tourists will pay for pretty much anything, they began charging to climb up to a stupa and take in a view - but only at sunset hours. I advise you to do as locals do and avoid at sunset. Between 5 - 6pm it was unbearably crowded so there was barely space to stand and tempers flared as people jostled and got in the way of the 'perfect' photo, etc. It was not a very nice spirit of quiet contemplation and beautiful pictures that you might be expecting (and that the Lao locals might wish to have back from the days before the 2 wheeled suitcase brigade descended). The sunset itself was pretty (aren't all sunsets?) but nowhere near as spectacular as Bagan or most Thai islands. There are also nicer places to view the LP sunset, but these thankfully aren't on TA! Hint: cross the bamboo bridge!!
Not so special but you can go for sunset and then stroll around the night market. We didn't want to climb more for the temple and stayed at the view deck and enjoy the sunset
Steep but not incredibly long climb to the top. Get there a bit earlier because lots of other people have the same idea and all the best viewing seats will be taken. Great view of the Mekong river and surrounding hills
Just anda little warning, you won't get asked to pay what is currently (15/5/16) the 20,000 Kip entry fee until you've climbed fully a third up the side of the hill so you've been warned. Good views at the top and they've still got the remains of an American anti-aircraft gun sitting up on the top together with a view Buddha figures and a walkway that will enable you to take about a 300 degree series of pictures from the top including across the river to the countryside beyond and pictures of the Nam Kham river before it joins the Menam Kong.
Nice bit of evening exercise is rewarded with stunning views. I am so glad I did this. Coming down was a bit hard on the knees. I recommend an $5 foot massage afterwards.
~jimmy j
I got there around 5pm. The view from the top of the mountain to the riverside is beautiful.
From there, you got 2 side view of the bending river. 1 side to view sunset. 1 side to view the bamboo bridge.
You can see the sun going down and disappearing slowly behind far mountains.
It is a little bit crowded there. And the weather is so hot in May.
Ticket price 20k kip.
The bamboo brige passing the river can be view in morning, monks are going to learn morning lessons this way. It can also be viewed in the nearby Road.
~Thi N
A short pre-dawn climb avoids the 'touristy' feel as only dedicated people get up to greet the sun.
Sadly, the crop and forest fires spoilt a good view. The smoke haze prevented any distance vision and the rest of the 'view' is marginally Ok. Very ordinary. Go up via the southern path and come down towards the City centre. The 'Buddha' icons are too ill-treated to be worth a look. As is the poorly maintained 'facility' itself. A coat of paint would work wonders.
Obviously oriented to tourism. Maybe worthwhile at the right time (or season?)
..not for this little boy's bucket list...
I climbed up phousi hill at around 4plus pm. It was a tiring hike due to the really hot weather(38 degrees) but overall it was worthwhile because of the view and the lack of crowd at that time.
However, I noticed that there were tourists buying the little cages to free the birds. It's supposed to be a symbol of good luck but most tourists are doing this because they wanted to free the birds. Not a big issue to be honest. But after noticing a few of them attempting to free the birds, i realised the birds never actually flew away. They usually just fly to the nearest tree and that's it. I remembered reading someone's review saying that the birds might be trained and I highly think so as well. I have also seen a few nest in the trees as well.
Just thought others should be aware of what they are contributing to when they pay to free the birds.
We decided to go up to the top of mount Phousi shortly after we arrived in Luang Prabang, so we could a good view of the place and work out where everything was.
It is worth the climb (about 300 steps) & the small entrance fee, as the views are stunning and once at the top you will also see That Chomsi - a small golden stupa, which is very pretty.
We did this in the afternoon, but it was still very hot - take plenty of water and take your time, as the scenery on the way up is lovely too - leafy and garden like.
We went to the top of mount Phousi for sunset and were very disappointed by what we seen. 20,000kp to experience too many tourists and locals crammed at the top, making it extremely stuffy in the heat and just not enjoyable. The area is super small and not as visually pleasing as we had expected, the view is decent if you can see past everyone else and their ridiculous selfie sticks. Side note - My Girlfriend and I were trying to take pictures, minding our own business when we noticed a local taking photos of us (our breasts) while acting inappropriately towards us as well, when asked to stop, he did not, which made us very uncomfortable. Also be mindful of your valuables.
~sarah o
This temple was absolutely beautiful! The views, the serenity and the fresh air is all so perfect for a morning walk and relax. I admit that the stairs up to the top are quite hard and require a good break after, but thats perfect because there are seating areas up the top. I would not recommend buying the little birds in a cage to free up the top, because I think they're trained to fly back to the seller and they will sell the bird again, so you may just be putting your money towards something not very nice, but I'm not 100% sure. I wouldn't know if thats the case or not. Overall a really calming and refreshing experience
200+ steps from near the palace get you to the beautiful views from Mount Phousi. Take the alternative steps down to see the many buddahs and other statues. Well worth the effort!
The hike up to Mount Phousi takes less than 15 minutes, but is a decent cardio workout. You'll stop about halfway up to buy a ticket for 20,000 kp (less than $3 USD). The view at the top is spectacular on a clear day. You can see the whole city from above as well as the surrounding mountains and up and down both rivers. In the early morning it's still peaceful. I wouldn't wait too long or the tourist groups will ascend! My advice is don't bother to shower or put on clean clothes before you go. You'll be drenched by the time you get down!
I've done this hike twice and the only reason I did it a second time was that the group I was with the second time forced me to go. Having said that, it does provide a unique experience and amazing views. My first visit to Luang Prabang, I was very excited to do this as it is one of those things one should do while here. Be forewarned, it is not an easy hike to the top as the weather is usually very hot and humid. I'm very fit and by the end of this my knees were a little achey. Once at the top you'll be rewarded with magnificent 360 degree views of Luang Prabang. There's a little temple at the top and there are a few vendors selling water (as another visitor stated, you should probably have water before the ascent). We started our hike on the village side (where the main road in Luang Prabang where they have the night market), and our descent was down the hill on the other side. I recommend this as the hike up you just want to get there. Whereas the hike down on the other side, there are little stops with Buddha statues and a cave where there are Buddha statues within, and also the Buddha "print" (where it is said Buddha either put his hand or foot print in the side of the cave). The only thing is when you come down this side of the hill, you have to trek a little ways to get back to town but I still believe it's worth it. Any time of day is fine to visit, just be aware of the heat during mid day and it is not that easy of a climb in that type of weather. But definitely do it at least once.
We climbed Mt Phousi after giving alms to the monks early in the morning. The many many stairs were worth the climb, as we had a splendid and clear view of Luang Prabang, the convergence of the Mekong and Nam Khan Rivers, as well as the beautiful lush landscape that hugged this quaint town. Highly recommended.
This is a must if you are in Luang Prabang, the views are pretty good especially if you go during sunset, although it can get pretty hot and sweaty by the time you get up the mount.
Buy some water before you start the climb, prices at the top are a rip off.
~Mitul L
Be forewarned, the ascent is steep up the mountain and if your not fit, its recommended not to go up (at least to the top). But when your up top, the views are just amazing...just be prepared for that dude sitting at the side waiting for you to pay up while your all sweaty from the walk up.Other than that inconvenient moment, this Mount Phousi has alot to offer in terms of buddha statues and a mini temple up top. Theres also refreshments up there but be forwarned though, drinks are expensive as hell. So I suggest buying it down at the bottom and backpack it up with you to save money. But if you dont wanna pay for the entrance fee, go up there after 6pm because the gate guy up top goes home. This place is recommended if your ready from sweaty excercise while seeing cool stuff.
~Cahm P
You can see more Luang Prabang travel guide at here.


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Making babka? Don't be afraid! Here is how to shape it so it looks beautifully swirly:
The recipe I use makes either two standard-sized loaves or 5 mini loaves (1 lb. loaf pans measuring approximately 6 in. x 3 in. x 2 in.). When I make mini loaves, I use disposable aluminum pans similar to these mini loaf pans, so I can give away my mini babkas as gifts. These paper loaf pans are also really cute.
Start by preparing your loaf pans. Brush the insides with a neutral oil, like canola. Then, line them with parchment paper. (If you are using those paper loaf pans above, you will not need to oil or line!)
Now, divide your dough evenly. If you are making two standard-sized loaves, split in half, roughly 18 oz. of dough each. If you are making baby loaves, split the dough into fifths, roughly 7 oz. of dough each.
Work with one section of dough at a time. Put the others back into the fridge.
(1) Press the piece of dough into a rectangular prism shape. This will help you roll it our more evenly.
(2) Roll out the dough into a rectangle, 15 x 11 for standard loaves, 7 x 9 for mini loaves.*
(3) Spread the filling almost to the edges with a rubber spatula or offset spatula.
(1) Making sure the longer side is facing you, begin rolling your dough from the bottom.
(2) Roll your dough tightly until you reach the top edge.
(3) Roll the seam side up and pinch the seam to close it. Pinch the side seams to close as well.
(4) With a serrated knife, slice the dough roll in half, lengthwise.
(5) Completely separate the two pieces and flip the filling side up.
(1) Pinch the two pieces together at the top and twist one piece over the other.
(2-5) Continue to twist the dough by alternating which piece is on top.
(6) When you come to the end of your dough, pinch the ends together.
(7) Transfer your twisted dough into the oiled and lined bread pan. You will have to smoosh the dough into the pan. It's okay if there are gaps because they will fill as the dough rises and bakes.
Repeat the above steps for all of the sections of dough.
Your dough is now ready to rise! Cover your dough loosely with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap and allow to rise for 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Start preheating your oven to 375 degrees now, so it is ready when your dough finishes rising.
*I absolutely love my Pizzacraft dough rolling mat. It has measurements along the edges for rectangular shapes and circles of different diameters in the middle. I use it for pizza, pie, babka, or anything that needs a nice rolling surface. I picked mine up randomly from Marshall's, but you can find it here.


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This week we were lucky enough to be given a load of apples from a neighbour's tree as ours had no apples due to being moved. This inspired us to get into action and actually harvest our plums as this year we have loads!
We harvested them, great, but now what… well my son loves both apples and plums, eating them whole (minus centers), so i though he might love these in jam sandwiches so Plum and Apple jam it is!
Take 750g of plums, half and remove center, and 750g of apples and chop, peal and remove centres. Then put them in a deep pan and add 500ml of water.
Heat on medium until the fruit is soft then stir in 1.5kg of sugar. Once this is stirred in and dissolved then turn the heat up to rapidly boil and add the thermometer. Once it reaches 105c/220f then you have setting point so sterilize jars and fill with this yummy red jam.
It has a mild taste but that makes it very easy to eat a lot!
My son liked it but as usual would rather eat the raw fruits on his plate, good boy.


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