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Thai Elephant Parade
Throughout history, Thai elephants have been indispensible creatures employed in both labor and war. A Thai elephant had even graced the national flag during the reign of King Rama II. I took this picture during a parade in Uthai Thani. … Continue reading
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Monks at School
In the past, the only schools in Thailand were temple schools. Quite often, poor farmers would send their youngest sons to be novice monks at the temple where they were given free food and accommodation as well as an education. … Continue reading
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Young Muay Thai Fighters
I was taking pictures at a Muay Thai Exhibition when I came across these Thai youngsters. They had just taken part in a demonstration “Wai Khru” ceremony and were eager to have their picture taken. Buffer
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Half Church – Half Temple
This is a fascinating building. On the outside it looks just like a Christian cathedral. It even has a spire and stained glass windows. It is Wat Niwet Thammaprawat and was ordered to built by King Rama V in 1878. … Continue reading
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The Summer Palace
Bang Pai In Royal Palace can be found along the Chao Phraya River in a district of the same name between Bangkok and Ayutthaya City. The original complex dates back to the 17th Century, but most of the buildings that … Continue reading
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The Golden Mermaid
The famous Golden Mermaid can be found at Samila Beach not far from Songkhla. The Golden Mermaid is a character from Phra Aphai Mani, a popular book in Thai literature by Sunthon Phu. In this folk tale, a mermaid sat … Continue reading
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Chiang Rai’s Golden Clock Tower
One of the most beautiful clock towers that I have seen in Thailand is this one that can be found in Chiang Rai. It was built by renowned artist Chalermchai Kositpipap who also created the White Temple. Every evening at … Continue reading
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Sunset at the Seaside in Samut Prakan
For people living and working in Bangkok, the nearest place to enjoy a sunset over the Gulf of Thailand is in Bang Pu in Samut Prakan Province. At this time of the year you can see thousands of migratory birds. … Continue reading
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House of National Artist Thawan Duchanee
If you have ever been to Chiang Rai then you have probably visited the White Temple. But have you ever visited a place which is the complete opposite? Literally! This collection of interesting buildings is at a place called Baan … Continue reading
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An Akha Woman
If you have ever been to Northern Thailand then you have probably seen some of the hilltribe people. These are ethnic minorities who have often migrated to Thailand from neighbouring countries. This woman belongs to the Akha hilltribe. They are … Continue reading
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The Giant Buddha
One of the largest seated Buddha images in Thailand can be found at Wat Muang in Ang Thong Province. It is called Phra Buddha Maha Nawamin. It is 95 meters high and 63.05 wide. It took 16 years to build … Continue reading
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Beautiful Thai Orchids
Thailand is the largest exporter of fresh orchids in the world. Although there are many varieties and many colours, the violet orchid is perhaps the most recognizable flower symbol of Thailand. Thai Airways give their passengers this orchid to welcome … Continue reading
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The Three Headed Elephant
The giant three-headed elephant at The Erawan Museum is the largest of its kind in the world. It is about 50 meters high which is the same as a 50 storey building. There is a museum in the base of … Continue reading
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The Thai Smile
Thailand is famous for being the Land of Smiles (LOS). The Thai people will smile at just about any situation. Buffer
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Fighting Rooster Dance
A popular dance routine where two people dress up as roosters and pretend to fight each other. The dance is very elegant and there is no violence unlike the real Thai cock fighting matches. Buffer
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