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Martin Fallon is a freelance writer and photographer based in Hong Kong.

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Call to the faithful

A wat against a cloudy sky in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Buddhism is dominant in the Kingdom with 95 per cent of the population following the Theravada tradition. All young men are expected to serve as monks at some time while growing up. This usually occurs after their education and before start careers.
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6May2008 | Martin Fallon | 0 comments | Continued
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Mourning in the Thai Kingdom

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Mourners cross to Thailand’s Grand Palace to remember HRH Princess Galyani Vadhana, who died after a long battle with cancer, January 2, 2008. HM King Bhumibol declared 100 days of mourning for the princess. Buses arrive at Bangkok’s Grand Palace each day, carrying black-clad Thais to pay their final respects [...]

28Apr2008 | Martin Fallon | 0 comments | Continued