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How to survive 12 hours in Bangkok

Bangkok: A city immortalized and lionized, through travelogues and innumerable films. A capital described as a tropical splendor; an ageless Eden of warmth, smiles, and Thai hospitality. The city is the starting point for journeys to the wild north and the sand beaches of the south.
On holiday, or as a stop over during the Asian [...]

2Jun2008 | S. Peer | 1 comment | Continued
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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
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Lost in the Crowd

A young monk in Chiang Mai, Thailand, walks down a busy street, oblivious to the world around him. It is tradition for each male to become a monk. Most serve for a period of three months during their teenage years.

12Apr2008 | S. Peer | 0 comments | Continued