Singapore's Merlion - Mythical creature combining a mermaid and a lion and who is supposed to keep watch over the city’s waters and bring wealth and good fortune to its citizens.
Tuk-Tuk taxicab drivers await the next fare. The cabs are nicknamed after the supposed sound they make as they travel down the street.
Street vendors
Linda Bathgate and Michael Meffert about to enter restaurant for the evening meal.
Sam Luna, Michael Meffert, Linda Bathgate and other ICA members having dinner.
Streets of Bangkok, Thailand
Streets of Bangkok, Thailand
Street vendors
Street vendors
Street vendors
Street vendors
Entrance to Wat Pho
Nok, our tour guide
ICA Tour group
Entrance to Wat Pho
Wat Pho
Warrior Statue at Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha), Bangkok, Thailand
Warrior Statue at Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha), Bangkok, Thailand
The shrine – called the Viharn Phranorn – was constructed around the finished Buddha, with giant columns obscuring a frontal view. Every inch of the wall surface is decorated with beautiful murals depicting the advent and propagation of Buddhism in Sri Lanka, and the lives of important disciples.
Wat Pho detail
Wat Pho detail
Wat Pho detail
Wat Pho detail
Wat Pho detail
Known also as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, its official name is Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan. The temple complex houses the largest collection of Buddha images in Thailand, including a 46 m long reclining Buddha. The image of the reclining Buddha represents the entry of Buddha into Nirvana and the end of all reincarnations.
The face is 15 meters high, each foot of the statue is 3 meters high and 5 meters long. The soles of the feet are inlaid with mother-of-pearl which depict the 108 auspicious signs of the Buddha.
Each foot of the statue is 3 meters high and 5 meters long.
The soles of the feet are inlaid with mother-of-pearl which depict the 108 auspicious signs of the Buddha.
Mother of Pearl inlay detail.
Mother of Pearl inlay detail.
The Buddhasaiyas was commissioned by King Rama III around 1830, and crafted in situ with stuccoed bricks overlaid with gold leaf.
Wat Pho buddhist temple with the 108 bronze bowls indicating 108 auspicious characters of Buddha. People drop coins in these bowls to bring good fortune.
Head resting on two golden pillows detail.
Mother of Pearl inlay detail.
Guardian statue
Grounds of Wat Pho
Grounds of Wat Pho
Grounds of Wat Pho
Guardian statue
Guardian statue
Wat Pho Colorful tiles floral pattern Mosaic on passageway entry.
Entry detail showing colorful tilework.
Wat Pho Colorful tiles floral pattern Mosaic on stupas
In the site of the temple, various shaped guardians guard gates. The one on the left is supposedly Marco Polo.
Architectural detail - Wat Pho.
Guardian statue
Wat Pho Traditional Thai Massage body reference etched into wall.
The original Wat Pho Thai Traditional Massage School is located inside the complex area of the Wat Pho Temple.
Wat Pho Traditional Thai Massage body reference etched painting
Architectural detail - Wat Pho.
Architectural detail - Wat Pho.
There are a total of 91 stupas in the Wat Pho complex. Almost all of the stupas are decorated with colorful mosaic tiles.
There are four large stupas that are all 42 meters tall. These stupas were built for King Rama I, II, III and IV.
Architectural detail - Wat Pho.
Architectural detail - Wat Pho.
Stupas detail
Architectural detail - Wat Pho.
Architectural detail - Wat Pho.
Stone Thai Lion Statue
Stone Thai Lion Statue
Stupas intricate tilework - Architectural detail
Stupas intricate tilework - Architectural detail
Stupas intricate tilework - Architectural detail
Guardian statues keep watch over a passageway.
About LOVE. Shiva linga. Wat Pho. Thailand.
About LOVE. Shiva linga. Wat Pho. Thailand.
Row of Buddha statues lined up at Wat Pho in Bangkok, Thailand.
Row of Buddha statues lined up at Wat Pho in Bangkok, Thailand.
Row of Buddha statues lined up at Wat Pho in Bangkok, Thailand.
Row of Buddha statues lined up at Wat Pho in Bangkok, Thailand.
Architectural detail - Wat Pho.
Architectural detail - Wat Pho.
Khmer style statuary on four stupas in the Ordination Hall courtyard.
Architectural detail - Wat Pho.
A bronze mythological lion guards the Ubosot
A bronze mythological lion guards the Ubosot
Four stupas are located in the four corners of the Ordination Hall courtyard.
These stupas are different because they are covered in marble and they have gold leaf Khmer style statues.
These stupas are different because they are covered in marble and they have gold leaf Khmer style statues.
Stupas detail
Stone warrior guard.
A bronze mythological lion guards the Ubosot
Architectural detail - Wat Pho.
Entry into the Phra Ubosot
Entry into the Phra Ubosot detail
Entry into the Phra Ubosot detail.
Entry into the Phra Ubosot flower chandelier.
Entry into the Phra Ubosot chandelier.
The Buddha in the ordination hall is the "Phra Buddha Deva Patimakorn" in a seated posture on a three tiered pedestal under which are some ashes of King Rama I.
Phra Buddha Deva Patimakorn
The Phra Ubosot is the Ordination Hall, the main hall used for performing Buddhist rituals, and the most sacred building of the Wat Pho complex.
The Phra Ubosot is the Ordination Hall
The Buddha in the ordination hall is the "Phra Buddha Deva Patimakorn" in a seated posture on a three tiered pedestal under which are some ashes of King Rama I.
Surrounding the Ubosot is the Phra Rabiang cloister with almost 400 Buddhas.
Buddhist monk visits with school children.
Guardian statue.
Pagoda structure detail.
Pagoda structures in courtyard.
Pagoda structure detail.
Guardian statue.
Surrounding the Ubosot is the Phra Rabiang cloister with almost 400 Buddhas.
The Phra Rabiang cloister
Surrounding the Ubosot is the Phra Rabiang cloister with almost 400 Buddhas.
Buddha
Architectural detail - Wat Pho.
Four stupas are located in the four corners of the Ordination Hall courtyard. These stupas are different because they are covered in marble and they have gold leaf Khmer style statues.
There are 91 stupas on the complex. In each of the four corners of the complex is a group of five stupas tied together on a single base. The remaining stupas are stand-alone pieces scattered throughout the complex.
Wat Phra Kaew commonly known in English as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha and officially as Wat Phra Si Rattana Satsadaram, is regarded as the most sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand. It houses the statue of the Emerald Buddha, which is venerated as the country's palladium.
The complex consists of several buildings within the precincts of the Grand Palace in the historical center of Bangkok.
Chakri Maha Prasat Throne Hall, Grand Palace
Wat Phra Kaew
Sam Luna, Michael Meffert, Linda Bathgate and Shahira S. Fahmy pose in front of Wat Phra Kaew
Garuda is the king of birds. Its Name derives from the root Gri, to swallow: garuda devours the snakes. He is represented with a human upper Body, big Eyes, beak, short blue horns, yellow Hair standing on end, bird's claws and wings. However, sometimes, mainly in Hindu iconography, he is represented in human Form with wings.
Mural - Wat Phra Kaew
Mural - Wat Phra Kaew, Temple of the Emerald Buddha
Mural - Wat Phra Kaew, Temple of the Emerald Buddha
Wat Phra Kaew, Temple of the Emerald Buddha Complex buildings
Six pairs of giant demon guardians flank all entrances to the Temple of the Emerald Buddha in Bangkok, Thailand. They are known as yaksha or in Thai are simply called yak (giant) and they are Buddhist gods that protect against evil spirits. The yaksha were placed there during the reign of Rama III.
Six pairs of giant demon guardians flank all entrances to the Temple of the Emerald Buddha in Bangkok, Thailand. They are known as yaksha or in Thai are simply called yak (giant) and they are Buddhist gods that protect against evil spirits. The yaksha were placed there during the reign of Rama III.
Columns are highly decorated with colorful tile.
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Architectural detail - Golden Stupa base showing intricate tilework.
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Workers clean the tilework of the building rooflines.
Six pairs of giant demon guardians flank all entrances to the Temple of the Emerald Buddha in Bangkok, Thailand. They are known as yaksha or in Thai are simply called yak (giant) and they are Buddhist gods that protect against evil spirits. The yaksha were placed there during the reign of Rama III.
Six pairs of giant demon guardians flank all entrances to the Temple of the Emerald Buddha in Bangkok, Thailand. They are known as yaksha or in Thai are simply called yak (giant) and they are Buddhist gods that protect against evil spirits. The yaksha were placed there during the reign of Rama III.
Yaksha detail - entrance to Phra Mondop - a sacred library.
A pair of golden Yaksha steadfastly guards the entrance to Phra Mondop at the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. This royal library at the Grand Palace is never opened to the public because inside are the holy scriptures called the Tripitaka or Triple Basket. They are considered to be too sacred. Phra Mondop means the library of palm-leaf scriptures.
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Nok, our tour guide.
Seated Buddha statue, Wat Phra Kaew Complex
Seated Buddha statue, Wat Phra Kaew Complex
Yaksha detail
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Golden Naga Statue detail
Angel Head Golden Naga Statue in Emerald Buddha Temple
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Statue of Guardian Demon, Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of Emerald Buddha), Bangkok, Thailand, 18th Century
Statue of Guardian Demon, Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of Emerald Buddha), Bangkok, Thailand, 18th Century
Statue of Guardian Demon, Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of Emerald Buddha), Bangkok, Thailand, 18th Century
Scale Model of Angkor Wat in Wat Phra Kaew, Bangkok, Thailand.
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Scale Model of Angkor Wat in Wat Phra Kaew, Bangkok, Thailand.
Scale Model of Angkor Wat in Wat Phra Kaew, Bangkok, Thailand.
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Scale Model of Angkor Wat in Wat Phra Kaew, Bangkok, Thailand.
Artist spruces up wall mural.
Artist spruces up wall mural.
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Guardian statue at Temple of Emerald Buddha.
Detail - Scale Model of Angkor Wat in Wat Phra Kaew, Bangkok, Thailand.
Statues of Yaksha demons, Wat Phra Kaew temple, Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand
Statues of Yaksha demons, Wat Phra Kaew temple
Statues of Yaksha demons, Wat Phra Kaew temple
Statues of Yaksha demons, Wat Phra Kaew temple
Statues of Yaksha demons, Wat Phra Kaew temple
Statues of Yaksha demons, Wat Phra Kaew temple
Prangs or Chedi
Statues of Yaksha demons, Wat Phra Kaew temple
Northern golden chedi at Wat Phra Kaew, Bangkok, Thailand.
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Four Towers Called Prangs or Chedi at Grand Palace in Bangkok, Thailand
Four Towers Called Prangs or Chedi at Grand Palace in Bangkok, Thailand
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Four Towers Called Prangs or Chedi at Grand Palace in Bangkok, Thailand - These four towers are half of the eight chedis called Phra Atsada Maha Chedis at the eastern side of the Grand Palace. The prangs are ornately decorated with glazed tiles. Their three tiers represent hell, humanity and Nirvana. Each of these prangs also connote a different Buddhist concept.
Four Towers Called Prangs or Chedi at Grand Palace in Bangkok, Thailand - These four towers are half of the eight chedis called Phra Atsada Maha Chedis at the eastern side of the Grand Palace. The prangs are ornately decorated with glazed tiles. Their three tiers represent hell, humanity and Nirvana. Each of these prangs also connote a different Buddhist concept.
Architectural detail
Northern golden chedi at Wat Phra Kaew, Bangkok, Thailand.
Northern golden chedi at Wat Phra Kaew, Bangkok, Thailand.
Statues of Yaksha demons, Wat Phra Kaew temple, Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand
Statues of Yaksha demons, Wat Phra Kaew temple, Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand
Statues of Yaksha demons, Wat Phra Kaew temple, Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand
Traditional Thai Monkey action painting in story Ramayana at Wat Phra Kaew Bangkok, Thailand.
Golden Stupa - Grand Palace - Bangkok
Golden Stupa - Grand Palace - Bangkok
Golden garuda and naga statue, decoration on a wall of The Emerald Buddha temple, Wat Phra Kaew, Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand.
Golden garuda and naga statue, decoration on a wall of The Emerald Buddha temple, Wat Phra Kaew, Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand.
Intricate tilework on columns of Wat Phra Kaew
Linda Bathgate seeks the benefits of the sacred waters in Bangkok, Wat Phra Kaew.
Michael Meffert sprinkles himself with sacred water with a lotus bloom at Wat Phra Kaew.
Michael Griffin seeks the benefits of the sacred waters in Bangkok at Wat Phra Kaew.
The Emerald Buddha
Architecture detail at Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Stupa detail at Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha)
Stupa detail at Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha)
Stupa detail at Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha)
Stupa detail at Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha)
A Thai traditional bell tower (belfry) with detailed, mosaic artwork and gold colored design at Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha) at the Grand Palace
A Thai traditional bell tower (belfry) with detailed, mosaic artwork and gold colored design at Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha) at the Grand Palace
The Emerald Buddha
Thai royal Kings Guard at Grand Palace Bangkok
Thai royal Kings Guard at Grand Palace Bangkok
The Grand Palace is a complex of buildings at the heart of Bangkok, Thailand. The palace has been the official residence of the Kings of Siam (and later Thailand) since 1782. The king, his court, and his royal government were based on the grounds of the palace until 1925.
Guardian statues at Wat Pho, Bangkok, Thailand
Guardian statue at Wat Pho, Bangkok, Thailand
Wise man statue in garden at Wat Pho, Bangkok, Thailand
Grand Palace entrance, Bangkok, Thailand
The Chakri Maha Prasat Hall, The Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand
Sam Luna poses in front of The Chakri Maha Prasat Hall, The Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand
Boat pilot. On to lunch!
Boat ride to lunch.
Boat ride to lunch.
Departing restaurant.
Departing restaurant.
Restaurant where we went for lunch.
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun - Faculty of Nursing, Mahidol University.
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun - Tour boat
Boat ride to Wat Arun - Tour boat
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Friendly local.
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Boat ride to Wat Arun
Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Architectural detail, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Architectural detail, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Yaksas, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Architectural detail, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Very steep and high rising stairs.
The scale of these temples is so immense, people are dwarfed by comparison. Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
In Buddhist mythology, the Yaksa (Yaksha or Yak) are the attendants of Vaiśravaṇa, the Guardian of the Northern Quarter, a beneficent god who protects the righteous.
Architectural detail, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Architectural detail, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Architectural detail, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Yaksa, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Yaksa, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Architectural detail, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Architectural detail, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Shahira S. Fahmy waves as Ashley ? and Michael Griffin look on as they all ascend to the top of the shrine at Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand.
Linda Putnam peeks out from the temple, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
In Buddhist mythology, the Yaksa (Yaksha or Yak) are the attendants of Vaiśravaṇa, the Guardian of the Northern Quarter, a beneficent god who protects the righteous.
In Buddhist mythology, the Yaksa (Yaksha or Yak) are the attendants of Vaiśravaṇa, the Guardian of the Northern Quarter, a beneficent god who protects the righteous.
Architectural detail, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Architectural detail, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Architectural detail, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Yaksa, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Architectural detail, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Robert Huesca stops to smile at the camera at Wat Arun, Bangkok, Thailand.
Architectural detail, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Architectural detail, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Architectural detail, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Architectural detail, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Yaksa detail, Wat Arun, Bangkok Thailand
Architectural detail, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Architectural detail, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
Architectural detail, Wat Arun, Temple of Dawn, Bangkok, Thailand
The Bhumibol Bridge, also known as the Industrial Ring Road Bridge, is part of the 13 km long Industrial Ring Road connecting southern Bangkok with Samut Prakan province.
Chao Phraya River
Chao Phraya River
Chao Phraya River
A very common mode of travel in Bangkok.
The Maeklong Railway Market or folding umbrella market at Maeklong, Thailand
The famous Maeklong Railway Market or folding umbrella market at Maeklong, Thailand
The tracks, which run right through the middle of the Maeklong Market are shielded in shade by large awnings suspended overhead by long poles.
The Maeklong Railway Market at Maeklong, Thailand
The Maeklong Railway Market at Maeklong, Thailand
Maeklong Railway Market, located in Samut Songkhram, Thailand, around 37 mi west of Bangkok, looks like any other open-air market in Asia except it has a train that runs through it.
There are tropical fruits and vegetables such as lychee, durian, and mango in big brightly colored piles, variety of dried spices, pastes and herbs, freshly caught seafood and other local foods.
Maeklong Railway Market, located in Samut Songkhram, Thailand, around 37 mi west of Bangkok, looks like any other open-air market in Asia.
The Maeklong Railway Market at Maeklong, Thailand
Shoppers make their way through and around the various vendors picking up whatever is needed for the day.
There are tropical fruits and vegetables such as lychee, durian, and mango in big brightly colored piles, variety of dried spices, pastes and herbs, freshly caught seafood and other local foods.
Large quantities of meats are prepared ready for cooking.
Shoppers make their way through and around the various vendors picking up whatever is needed for the day.
The Maeklong Railway Market at Maeklong, Thailand
The Maeklong Railway Market at Maeklong, Thailand
The Maeklong Railway Market at Maeklong, Thailand
The Maeklong Railway Market at Maeklong, Thailand
Freshly caught seafood on display.
Bountiful harvests of vegetables and greens adorn table tops.
Shoppers make their way through and around the various vendors picking up whatever is needed for the day.
The Maeklong Railway Market at Maeklong, Thailand
Freshly caught seafood on display.
Shoppers make their way through and around the various vendors picking up whatever is needed for the day.
Vendors also sell vegetables that have been prepared for cooking.
Shoppers make their way through and around the various vendors picking up whatever is needed for the day.
Vendors also sell vegetables that have been prepared for cooking.
Chilis and other vegetables in big brightly colored piles, a variety of dried spices, pastes and herbs, and other local foods are available in what looks to be a plentiful supply.
There are tropical fruits and vegetables such as lychee, durian, and mango in big brightly colored piles, variety of dried spices, pastes and herbs, freshly caught seafood and other local foods.
Bountiful harvests of vegetables and greens adorn table tops.
There are tropical fruits and vegetables such as lychee, durian, and mango in big brightly colored piles, variety of dried spices, pastes and herbs, freshly caught seafood and other local foods.
Effortlessly, day in and day out, vendors take great care in the presentation of their products.
The Maeklong Railway Market at Maeklong, Thailand
Shoppers make their way through and around the various vendors picking up whatever is needed for the day.
The Maeklong Railway Market at Maeklong, Thailand
The Maeklong Railway Market at Maeklong, Thailand
Even clothes are sold at the market.
The tracks, which run right through the middle of the market are shielded in shade by large awnings suspended overhead by long poles.
The tracks, which run right through the middle of the market are shielded in shade by large awnings suspended overhead.
When a piercing siren sounds, in a flash the market transforms: the shoppers disappear, and the vendors whip away their produce.
One minute you see the locals shopping for their vegetables and the next, vendors scoop up their baskets and boxes and anything that lies over the track.
One minute you see the locals shopping for their vegetables and the next, vendors scoop up their baskets and boxes and anything that lies over the track.
Vendors must hold the poles up to allow the train room to pass.
One minute you see the locals shopping for their vegetables and the next, vendors scoop up their baskets and boxes and anything that lies over the track.
One minute you see the locals shopping for their vegetables and the next, vendors scoop up their baskets and boxes and anything that lies over the track.
Vendors must hold the poles up to allow the train room to pass.
It is a tight squeeze and the train can only travel through at 15 mph to get through.
The train creeps by and brushes over any items left that just have enough clearance to avoid contact.
The train creeps by and brushes over any items left that just have enough clearance to avoid contact.
The train creeps by and brushes over any items left that just have enough clearance to avoid contact.
Once the train has passed, the vendors stretch out the awnings and everything goes back to business as usual.
The train makes about seven trips through the market each day.
Almost in no time, all items are restored and vending resumes as if nothing has happened.
Almost in no time, all items are restored and vending resumes as if nothing has happened.
Almost in no time, all items are restored and vending resumes as if nothing has happened.
Back in the streets outside the Maeklong Railway Market.
Back in the streets outside the Maeklong Railway Market.
Back in the streets outside the Maeklong Railway Market.
Back in the streets outside the Maeklong Railway Market.
Roosters on parade
Roosters on parade
Visiting a local coconut grove gift shop.
Visiting a local coconut grove gift shop.
Visiting a local coconut grove gift shop.
Local coconut grove outside of Bangkok, Thailand.
Local coconut grove outside of Bangkok, Thailand.
Local coconut grove outside of Bangkok, Thailand.
Boarding the boats for the ride to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market .
Boat rides to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Boat rides to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Boat ride to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
On our way to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market .
Michael Meffert and Sam Luna on the way to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Boat ride to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Boat ride to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Boat ride to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Boat ride to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Boat ride to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Boat ride to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Boat ride to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Fellow tourists to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Boat ride to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market - shoreline shop
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Gift Shop at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Nok, our tour guide tries out the sculpting hammers.
Wood carving at a Teakwood art factory.
Wood carving at a Teakwood art factory.
Wood carving at a Teakwood art factory.
Wood carving at a Teakwood art factory.
Wood carving at a Teakwood art factory.
Wood carving at a Teakwood art factory.
Wood carving at a Teakwood art factory.
Wood carving at a Teakwood art factory.
Wood carving at a Teakwood art factory.
Wood carving at a Teakwood art factory.
Wood carving at a Teakwood art factory.
Wood carving on table at a Teakwood art factory.
Wood carving on handmade furniture at a Teakwood art factory.
Sculpture figurines at gift shop.
Rice paddy field.
Rice paddy field.
Rice paddy field.
Thai Martial Arts Theater Performance at Rose Garden Sampran, Bangkok
Thai Martial Arts Theater Performance at Rose Garden Sampran, Bangkok
Thai Martial Arts Theater Performance at Rose Garden Sampran, Bangkok
Thai Martial Arts Theater Performance at Rose Garden Sampran, Bangkok
Thai Martial Arts Theater Performance at Rose Garden Sampran, Bangkok
Thai Cultural Show at Rose Garden Sampran, Bangkok
Thai Cultural Show at Rose Garden Sampran, Bangkok
Thai Cultural Show at Rose Garden Sampran, Bangkok
Thai Cultural Show at Rose Garden Sampran, Bangkok
Thai Cultural Show at Rose Garden Sampran, Bangkok
Thai Cultural Show at Rose Garden Sampran, Bangkok
Thai Cultural Show at Rose Garden Sampran, Bangkok
Thai Cultural Show at Rose Garden Sampran, Bangkok
Thai Cultural Show at Rose Garden Sampran, Bangkok
Thai men and women perform the energetic Bamboo Dance of northeastern Thailand at the Rose Garden
Thai men and women perform the energetic Bamboo Dance of northeastern Thailand at the Rose Garden
Thai men and women perform the energetic Bamboo Dance of northeastern Thailand at the Rose Garden
Thai men and women perform the energetic Bamboo Dance of northeastern Thailand at the Rose Garden
Thai men and women perform the energetic Bamboo Dance of northeastern Thailand at the Rose Garden
Thai men and women perform the energetic Bamboo Dance of northeastern Thailand at the Rose Garden
Thai men and women perform the energetic Bamboo Dance of northeastern Thailand at the Rose Garden
Thai men and women perform the energetic Bamboo Dance of northeastern Thailand at the Rose Garden
Thai Cultural Show at Rose Garden Sampran, Bangkok
Thai Cultural Show at Rose Garden Sampran, Bangkok
Thai Cultural Show at Rose Garden Sampran, Bangkok
Thai Cultural Show at Rose Garden Sampran, Bangkok
Thai Cultural Show at Rose Garden Sampran, Bangkok
Thai Cultural Show at Rose Garden Sampran, Bangkok
Cuddling with Tiny the Elephant
When in Rome, er, Bangkok huh Michael Griffin?
Riding the elephant with Linda Bathgate
Riding the elephant with Linda Bathgate
Riding the elephant with Linda Bathgate
