Bangkok Landscape and Architecture

Some Bangkok landscape and architectures: photos were taken on the bus ride from Bangkok to Ayutthaya

Water ways of Bangkok

Photos were taken on a water way traveling (motor boat) through city of Bangkok.  How people live on water, how the city mixed with new and old, modern and traditional architectures.  Temples and Buddha seen everywhere you go.

The King’s Palace (Grand Palace) Bangkok

Located at the heart of Bangkok, Thailand, the Grand Palace was a former residence for King Rama I to King Rama V of the Rattanakosin Kingdom. Today, the place is used for hosting royal ceremonies and welcoming the king's guests, State guests, and other foreign dignitaries.

During the visit to the palace, it was also the time, the Thai people mourning their then just passed King  Bhumibol Adulyadej.  Thousands of the Thai all dressed in black and white came from all over the country to pay  their respect.  Tourists were not allowed for that activity.