Photoblog: Shimmering Bangkok
Bangkok, despite its notorious traffic congestion and noise pollution, is almost like an Asian royalty decked out in subtle shimmer. From its gorgeous golden temples and pagodas, to the intricate craftsmanship of its glittering art and craft, let Alberto bring you on a Photo Tour through Thailand’s Capital of religion, architecture and culinary delights.
Wat Saket ( Temple of the Golden Mount)
Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha)
Wat Pho (Temple of Reclining Buddha)
Golden Bodyguards of Wat Pho
Stunning Figurines at the Chatukchak Market
Assortment of Thai delicacies – deep-fried insects
Colorful desserts to quench your thirst
A vendor on the street with tribal hats for sale
Check out our gallery of Thailand here.
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Amazing photos!!! and so much vivd colors covered with gold.
Beautiful photos. I love Thailand. I am hungry for some of that food!
Thank you for sharing these great photos and congratulations on an awesome Blog – been fascinating browsing & I'll certainly be back for more!
You've brought me back to shiny, shimmering, sizzling Bangkok!! I love those food shots, as well as that 'modern tribal' lade shop seller! I miss Thailand. I miss the chaos and the mania!!
Thanks guys for the kind words! Alberto's shots are superb!
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