The north of Thailand used to be a big big opium region along with the corresponding regions of its neighbouring countries Myanmar and Laos. This large opium producing region became known as the "Golden Triange". For the purpose of tourists this vast region is compressed down to the tiny point on the Mekhong where Thailand, Myanmar and Laos meet at the tiny town of Sop Ruak. I felt like I was just there to say I was there. Apart from a very impressive Buddhist statue there's nothing much else interesting at the town. After a quick 15 minute trip on a speedboat to the neighbouring countries, a photograph under the Golden Triangle sign and buying a hat, we were on our way again. Bit of a laugh, but it wouldn't want to be the only thing you're doing that day.
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