Because its there of course! Actually it's because it's cooler than Thailand and the adjacent countries at present! If you grew up in the UK in the 70s you will remember everything was made in Taiwan so, I was anticipating an industrial landscape. What a surprise I got. It's lush and green and very mountainous! … Continue reading Taiwan – Why?
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Thailand – Bangkok – Last days
Not Buddha! This is the last post for Thailand, we are off to cooler climes in......Taiwan! While we have been in Bangkok, we have visited various museums. The overriding theme seems to be how wonderful Monarchy is and how it has made Thailand great! This has annoyed a few of our hosts because they do … Continue reading Thailand – Bangkok – Last days
Thailand – Ayutthaya
Ayutthaya, a former capital of the Kingdom of Siam (Thailand), it was a cosmopolitan city of trade and diplomacy from the 14th to 18th centuries. It was sacked by the Burmese in 1767. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A picture depicting Ayutthaya (National Museum Bangkok) Ayutthaya was located on an island surrounded by three … Continue reading Thailand – Ayutthaya
Thailand – Bangkok – Days Out
Sorry folks, I'm always a bit behind in my writing and I've had a few issues with the website, hopefully it's resolved now. I wanted to go on the Death Railway! Now that sounds gruesome and the history is horrible but, it is meant to have a spectacular rail journey and it terminates near a … Continue reading Thailand – Bangkok – Days Out
Thailand – Bangkok – Servas Hosts
Since we arrived in Bangkok we've had a few Servas hosts. Firstly Topsi a very bubbly enthusiastic person. We met her at the Foundation where she works. Now this was interesting in itself as she belongs to the International Network of Engaged Buddhists (INEB). It's mission, to integrate the practice of Buddhism with social action for … Continue reading Thailand – Bangkok – Servas Hosts
Thailand – Bangkok -Show Time
I mentioned that our ticket to the Grand Palace also included a trip the Khon Theatre. We didn't use it right away but, kept our tickets. Then when we met a couple of other Servas members for a day, Tatjana had a brainwave to ask people coming out of the Grand Palace if they were going … Continue reading Thailand – Bangkok -Show Time
Thailand – Bangkok – Palaces and Temples
I'm going to lump some of the themes together although they probably happened over several days. If you only got one day in Bangkok, The Grand Palace is a must see! It is utterly astounding.In 1782 the King Rama I decided to move the capital city to the position it is now as he felt … Continue reading Thailand – Bangkok – Palaces and Temples
One Night in Bangkok Lyrics Songwriters: Benny Goran Bror Andersson / Bjoern K. Ulvaeus / Tim Rice
Nothing sums up Bangkok quite like this song so I've included it here in YouTube and also the lyrics! https://youtu.be/rgc_LRjlbTU?si=iQx2Du6Vp1OhNeJ4 Bangkok, Oriental SettingBut the city don't know what the city is gettingThe crème de la crème of the chess worldIn a show with everything but Yul BrynnerTime flies – doesn't seem a minuteSince the Tyrolean … Continue reading One Night in Bangkok Lyrics Songwriters: Benny Goran Bror Andersson / Bjoern K. Ulvaeus / Tim Rice
Thailand – Bangkok Arrival
The song One Night In Bangkok springs to mind! I know what the song was from the stage play Chess but, the feeling it is spot on! If you don't know it, I'll put it on a separate post next! We arrived before the earthquake.We sussed out the MRT (underground rail) and made it to … Continue reading Thailand – Bangkok Arrival
Thailand – Phetchaburi and a Food Tour
We had to get a taxi to Phetchaburi because at this point we still didn't understand the trains and the bus ride sounded purgatory (7 hours). Also for roughly £90 the taxi (4.5 hour ride) didn't sound that bad for two people. We had a woman driver who was lovely. The car was electric and … Continue reading Thailand – Phetchaburi and a Food Tour
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