We were heading to Wat Tan En, north of Ayutthaya, in Bangpahan district. The plan was to photograph flying foxes that are resident in this temple. However the local monks had decided to trim the trees and all the flying foxes were gone. As an alternative destination we choose Wat Phra Prang Sam Yod in the town of Lop Buri. Another temple where animals are the permanent residents, here many monkeys stay at the temple ruins. The change in plans made it a fun day out for photography. Driving time from Bangkok is less then 2 hours.
Phra Prang Sam Yot is Lop Buris best known landmark and provincial symbol. A former Hindu Shrine built in the 13th century in the classic Bayon style of Khmer architecture, the compound comprises three prangs (towers) linked by a corridor. The three laterite and sandstone spires decorated with classic stucco are believed to have originally represented the Hindu Trimurti; Brahman (the creator), Vishnu (the preserver) and Siva (the destroyer).
A walking tour in Chinatown is one of the tours that is highly recommend for photographers visiting Bangkok. It is a walking tour for a great experience in vibrant Chinatown. Many small alleys are part of the Chinatown maze. Walking gives the great opportunity to discover many hidden treasures. Local markets, peoples houses, chat with the local people, view the local businesses, this is a great experience that you will never forget. This tour can be organized during day and evening.
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Thailand has many popular shows for tourists. One of those are the crocodile wrestling shows. Some very brave men are doing a show with crocodiles, even putting their arms or head inside the crocodile mouth! The below pictures are taken at the Samphran Elephant Ground & Zoo, it is located to the west of Bangkok in Nakhon Pathom province. Its highlights are events such as The Elephant Theme Show and The Crocodile Wrestling Show.
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Wishing you a very good 2010.
The original file is a panorama of 3 photo’s, the final version is over 6700px wide. It was taken near Central World in Bangkok, Thailand.
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A short trip for business to Yangon, Myanmar. Some very impressive places to see. Hopefully can take more time for sightseeing on the next trip.
- Camera NIKON D700
- Aperture f/2.8
- Shutter 1/60 sec
- ISO 220
- Focal Length 17 mm
The Phi Ta Khon festival is unique to the Dan Sai district in Loei Province and reflects the local Isan belief in ghosts and spirits. Held once a year, it is part of a grand merit-making festival known as the ”Boon Luang” festival.
The origins of the Phi Ta Khon Festival can be found in the tale of Buddha’s last great incarnation before attaining enlightenment. In Buddhist accounts, it is said that when Prince Vessandara, the Buddha’s incarnation, returned to his city, it was such a joyous occasion that the village spirits came forth to join the welcoming parade. This very colourful and vibrant Phi Ta Khon procession is the central focus of the celebrations.
- Camera NIKON D700
- Aperture f/5.6
- Shutter 1/320 sec
- Focal Length 98 mm
One of the greatest festivals in South East Asia is the Songkran festival. It is the celebration of the Buddhist new year. We attended the celebration in Luang Prabang in Laos this year. Great fun, many nice pictures and lots of water fights. Had to protect my camera and lenses from the water while shooting. Shot it from inside a plastic bag, put a UV filter on the lens and taped the bag to the filter.
- Camera NIKON D700
- Aperture f/6.3
- Shutter 1/160 sec
- ISO 200
- Focal Length 70 mm
Every year in March a unique festival is held at Wat Bang Phra. The temple is famous for its powerful Sak Yant tattoo’s. Once a year many devotees gather to recharge the power of their tattoos and to worship the master of the tattoo, the former abbot Phra Udom Prachanart, more commonly known as Luang Por Phern.
After meditation the spirit of the tattoo becomes alive…..
A nice article is written by Tom Vater.
- Camera NIKON D700
- Aperture f/8
- Shutter 1/200 sec
- ISO 200
- Focal Length 200 mm
