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A tourist cycled passed Ta-Phae gate
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A bell sound reminds us to live in the present (Wat Rong Khun, Chiangrai)
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Sunset at Phromthep peninsula, Phuket.
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Orchid at Palm Beach Resort, Phuket
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A big cat at Safari Park, Kanchanaburi
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Yummy and spicy seafood in Southern Thailnd
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San-saeb canal, Bangkok
Chao-Phraya River
Chang Building
Modern architecture near Ratchayothin intersection, Bangkok, designed to look like an elephant.
The Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall
A former reception hall within Dusit Palace in Bangkok, Thailand. It is now a museum.
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Democracy monument at night, decorated during December each year.
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Protests by the redshirts during March - May 2011
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Seafood at Phuket
When you’re in a place surrounded by the sea like Phuket, it’s rational that your dining choice must be fresh seafood. There are of course several restaurants to enjoy all menu varieties. Here we list some of our favorite places.
A famous restaurant, Kan Eang (in Thai means “friendly”) has 2 branches in Phuket that are located not so far apart on Chalong bay. Many people seem to know Kan Eang 1 better, since there is a big cutout at “Ha Yaek Chalong,” or Chalong 5-junction circle. So Kan Eang 1 is normally more crowded. We prefer Kan Eang 2, a quieter place to relax.
H.M. The King 84th Birthday Celebration
December 5, 2011 is a special day in Thailand, as the 84th birthday of H.M. King Bhumibol Adulyadej. Colorful lighting and decorations are installed on certain spots around Bangkok, especially around Sanamluang. The Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha Temple are opened for Thais and visitors free of charge. This is a good opportunity for photographers, despite that the area is so crowded that taking a nice shot could be challenging.Je Festival 2011
In Thailand (and some other countries), Sep 26 - Oct 6, 2011 is a special period called "Nine Emperor God Festival,", originated from the Chinese. In Thai we simply call it the "Je Festival" (เทศกาลเจ), or simply "Gin Je," (to eat Je food). One can read all the historic details from wiki. The essence we want to mention is, during these 10 days many people abstain from eating meat, poultry, seafood, and dairy products. Strictly speaking, there's some slight difference from vegetarian diet because some vegetables are also prohibited as well (for example, garlic and onion).
Thailand Flood, 2011
October 2011: North, Northeast, and central Thailand now faces a severe crisis from inundation. Flood spreads into several provinces such as Nakorn Sawan, Lopburi, Ayudthaya, Pathumthani, Nonthaburi, to name only a few, with water level above 3 meters in low regions. The Thai government admits that all areas of Bangkok are now at risk. The actual level depends on the height of each district above sea level. Nevertheless, the city architecture and infrastructure is well-prepared to handle the situation, with water pumps, canals, or even large tunnels for water drainage. It remains to be seen whether they work effectively as claimed.More Articles...
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