The land of smiles, thats what Bangkok is called.
Or rather, i think many of us will remember these instead.
The incredible traffic jams…..it took me 2 hours to get from the airport to the hotel. I think its faster to walk if you are within the city center or take a tuk tuk. This little four stroke engine thing that takes you around town conveniently.
I had just 1 day (again) and i do not want to visit temples, visit caves, see some bridges, or shopping. I have read so much about the floating market and its bustling activities that i had to visit.
The nearest is Damnoen Saduak Floating Market about 90 kilometers away. Yes, its a mouthful to pronouce but wait till you check out Bangkok’s full name here. Skip to the 26 sec mark. 🙂
The journey took me through the river canals. Its an amazing man-made network that links the houses there. I was told that the King himself sanctioned this project 60-70 years ago so that everyone can get to the different places easily within the region. I guess he does not like cars…….and no its quite safe, there are no anacondas or crocodiles…..
Houses like this lined both sides of the canals. This was an extreme example which i visited. Most are now concrete based 🙂
Buddhism is a big thing in Thailand. Check out the oversize shrines at home as well as the family tree pictures. Respect 🙂
We reached the floating market soon after. And don’t say that i did not warn you. This place is now over teeming with tourists. Its incredible, i do not think i can find any local Thai tourists there.
Lady serves a fantastic bowl of braised innards and rice noodles. Check out the little brown pieces….little cakes of steamed blood. Yikes !!!
She is already a 75 year old grandmother…..and still going on strong with her banana fritters. She lives around the area and has a permanent spot.
“Aren’t you tired having the work the whole day ?”
“20 baht ! 20 baht !” I guess she does not understand english. Would love to get to know her better.:)
I was bored, everything is based on sell, sell ,sell.
Ended spending time with these kids. Its hard to talk to them when all they say is “20 Baht ! 60 Baht !” And mind you, these are no ordinary kids. They are cheerful and very street smart.
I tried my best to entertain them (or entertain myself….) but they would run off every now if they see an opportunity to sell their postcards to tourists. Look them in the eye and they hang around you for a full 10 mins or so, holding your hand at the same time.
“Buy, Madam ? 20 Baht.” Cuteness wins.
I ended up buying postcards from each one of them…..and thats including drinks and food.
Seeya next time Bangkok 🙂
urbanarchiver 
Nice photos!! I’d like to go in Bangkok, i hope that one day i’ll do this travel!! 🙂
You should ! you will love it, everything is cheap cheap cheap and there’s so much to see !
Krungthepmahanakhon Amonrattanakosin Mahintharayutthaya Mahadilokphop Noppharatratchathaniburirom Udomratchaniwetmahasathan Amonphimanawatansathit Sakkathattiyawitsanukamprasit
กรุงเทพมหานคร อมรรัตนโกสินทร์ มหินทรายุทธยา มหาดิลกภพ นพรัตนราชธานีบุรีรมย์ อุดมราชนิเวศน์มหาสถาน อมรพิมานอวตารสถิต สักกะทัตติยะวิษณุกรรมประสิทธิ์
that’s bangkok full name if anyone is interested…… 🙂
Whaaaat??
Well, funny, hahahah!! 😀
simpl……yet btfll……….
innocent pics…!!!:)
glad you like them….thought not so innocent kids hahahaahha
then compliment to ur pics they make them look innocent…..srsly…d ppl in ur pics are btfl…..grrrt talent
Its not easy to take people as most will go “duh ! why you take my picture?” but you guys gave very encouraging comments, i will try my best !
Beautiful photos, I would love to go to the floating market, what an experience! Thanks!
Thanks, its the best one nearer to Bangkok…although its still very commercialized. Just refrain from buying the touristy stuffs when there…… 🙂
Once again, love all your pics! Especially your food and people shots! Your pics showed us the life at floating market….! Thanks for sharing!
And wow…!!! The name really really long man…. Hahaha……
Mark….its time to ask you for help to contribute pics 🙂 Where shall we go next !?
Beautiful photographs!
I totally agree!
Hahaha…if i have the chance, i would like to blog about your Ninja class !!
Thanks Allen !! Sketch me one of these days for my profile pic ! 🙂
Brilliant post and great captures. Quintessential travel journal. Big fan of your style!
Thanks dude ! Quinessential is a big word of praise…you made my day !
Amazing photos !
hey..thanks !
Im flying to Bangkok this weekend…hope I’ll be able to take pics this good or at least half as good
ahaha…photography aside….don’t forget to shop and eat ! eat more on my behalf…i miss thai food