Drive through town

Just going for a Sunday drive

Driving down the left side of the street. Notice the pedestrians and bikes on the right--it is surprisingly open on the left today

the mosque in Old Town

I've been wanting to take a video camera with me in the car when we drive to work at PIH. It is quite an experience as we pass through one of the most congested areas of town, affectionately known as Old Town or Indian Town, referring to the number of stores owned by those of Asian descent. It is also where the main market is and at least 2 mosques--from both of which we can hear the call to prayer at 4:30 in the morning at our house. The streets are always congested with people, bikes and cars so it took me a long time to have the courage to navigate the streets. Unfortunately, I'm sure the video wouldn't catch it all, and I know our computer is too slow to download a video, so you'll have to settle for still shots. You can add in the sounds, smells, and tons more people in your own imaginations. Sorry the pics aren't that great, I took them out the window while Mike was driving.

One of the many shopping plazas

The market where you can buy almost anything, if you're willing to look