Day Twenty Six: Into the mountains

For the next few days we are going to be in the mountains. Our first stop is Asheville about a 2-hour drive from Charlotte. The highway led us straight into the mountains.

We were running a risk again by choosing a hostel but this one didn’t disappoint. It was simple and the TV didn’t work but most importantly it was clean. Also it had really quirky light switches so what more would you require in a hostel?

Our pink room

love the light switches

Asheville is a very alternative mountain city. There are lots of shops selling incense and bright clothing. There are also lots of galleries, cafes and pubs. It is actually a really nice city and we enjoyed exploring the downtown area. Strangely enough where we were staying was right near 4 or 5 different churches of various denominations. Didn’t quite match with some of the hookah shops and pubs nearby.

Maybe we should decorate our car?

Basketball grapevine

When Irons attack.

Now this is my kind of shop.

Some delicious chocolate.

Lunch was delicious Japanese food. There was a great array of vegetarian options, which worked well for us. It was presented a little differently to how we were used to but taste of course is most important and it was wonderful.

We found an advertisement for an arcade/fun place to go to. So we entertained ourselves there that afternoon while it rained outside. There were indoor go-karts, excellent mini golf and many great arcade games. Also in case we forgot we were in the South there were Psalms and exerts from the bible written on signs and the wall. It was a really fun family friendly place.

Heng is ready to race

Some intense mini golf

Just a bible verse while you play

Me beating Heng at car racing

This evening we were a bit tired but we still needed to eat so we headed to an Indian Street Food restaurant. The food was nice and décor very unique. A nice place to finish our only day in Asheville.

Thali plate mmmmmm