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Booking Tours in Bangkok

By Carrie on July 29, 2007

I like a well-organized and informative tour. John and I aren’t afraid to do our own research and see a place on our own, but we’ve found we get a lot more out of the experience if we book a private tour to see the sights. We’ve been in and out of Bangkok over a [...]

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The Standing Buddha at Wat Indrawihan

By Carrie on July 28, 2007

Wat Intharawihan, also known as the Temple of the Standing Buddha is on Wisut Kasat Road on the northern edge of Banglamphu in Bangkok, Thailand. This temple is known for a huge standing Buddha image called Luang Pho To. The gold Buddha image towers 100 feet in the air. It’s over 10 meters wide and [...]

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Thailand Photo Journal: The Grand Palace of the King

By Carrie on July 15, 2007

Stepping into the grounds of the Grand Palace in Bangkok is like stepping into another realm. Strange and beautiful mythical creatures and demons seem to jump from every corner. The air sparkles and shimmers with heat, humidity and fragrant incense. Every surface is encrusted with jewels and mosaic inlay. Treasures of indescribable nature are housed [...]

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Thailand Photo Journal: The Golden Buddha

By Carrie on July 5, 2007

    The temple of the Golden Buddha, also known as Wat Traimit, shelters the world’s largest gold Buddha image.  It is thought to be over 800 years old and weighs over 5,500 kg.  

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