Thailand

on the other side of the public market, waterways meander through a residential area of homes on stilts. We saw residents like this one headed to the market, men smoking…

one of 41 temples on an island ringed by rivers referred to as Ayutthaya - a ancient Siamese capital.

Elephant spines cannot support the weight of people and if ridden all day, will result in spinal injuries. Further the clunky chair ( howdah ) attached to the elephant's back…

one of the wonderful and unique sights of Chinatown in Bangkok.

the seller's throne!

Originally established by Chinese immigrants in 1782, it's now one of the largest in the world. Enter what is referred to as the "dragon's belly", to experience a series of…

Known as one of the best places for street food, the sidewalks are a smorgasbord of goodies where the entertaining cooks are the real crowd pleasers!!

Ranked #4 of ten top flower markets in the world, this one is a feast for the eyes and nostrils. Part of the fun is watching people making garlands from…

Right off the Chao Phraya River in the historic part of the city, I'm told this market is a hotbed of activity between midnight and 4 am when wholesalers bring…

Also known as the Temple of Dawn, this place is covered in tiny pieces of colored glass and Chinese porcelain designed in intricate patterns that catch the light and glitter.…