Dawn at Khuek Khak Beach, Khao Lak

 

Another shot taken at dawn on Khuek Khak beach in Khao Lak, this time converted to black and white

Cruising in Phang Nga Bay

 

The rainy season is just about over and there are now some days when the weather is just beautiful. One of the best ways to enjoy the day is to cruise in Phang Nga Bay where the scenery is spectacular.

Khuek Khak Beach, Khao Lak, Thailand

Khuek Khak Beach, Khao Lak, Thailand

Khao Lak was devastated during the 2004 tsunami but has now resurrected itself and is still a favoured destination for those seeking a beach resort. The beaches are long and beautiful and Khuek Khak is no exception. The sun had just risen shen I took this photo.

Clouds - Khao Lak

 

Just dawn and the very low tide that morning had left behind a very wet sand which picked up the reflections of the very cool light in the sky. A lone fisherman stands dwarfs by the massive cloudbank on the horizon. Khuekkhak beach, Khao Lak, Thailand.

Kawasaki Man

 

This guy was ony sat by the side of this motorbike as it did not belong to him. He was in fact, eating free food distributed during a Chinese festival in Bangkok. The use of HDR brings out the vibrant colours in the motorbike.

Beaches of Thailand - Sam Roi Yot

 

Sam Roi Yot beach is a little known beach in the Prachuap Khiri Khan province of Thailand. Sam Roi Yot is also the name of a National Park in the area. This was taken mid afternoon when the cloud formations were attractive

 

Porth Wen in Anglesey.

A bicycle in the north east Thailand town of Chiang Khan

 

Chiang Khan is a small town in the north east of Thailand, sitting on the banks of the River Mekong. The town features many old wooden (teak) buildings and has become something of a tourist place. Nevertheless it is an interesting place to visit.

Sunsets of Thailand - The Mekong River in Nong Khai

The Mekong River in Nong Khai

The Mekong River, for much of its length, separates Thailand from Laos. Here at Nong Khai, in the far north east of Thailand there is a promenade alongside the river overlooking Laos on the other side. The sun had just gone down and the lights had just come on.

The Vietnamese Drink Vendor

Taken in Hoi An, this lady was selling drinks. I took the photo primarily because I loved the colour of the wall behind her. The photo has been adapted in Photoshop by adding a texture to it just to give it a different feel. I still think the background is a beautoful colour of green.

Ao Po Pier, Phuket

Ao Po is on the east side of Phuket in Phang Nga Bay. This pier is where most of the tour boats for James Bond Island and other parts of Phang Nga Bay depart. The pier itself is quite long because, as can be seen, the tide goes out a long way.

More Sino Colonial Architecture in Phuket Town

There are a number of streets in the old part of Phuket Town, that feature this type of architecture. Many of the buildings are gradually being restored but this one is still in its original state, complete with Chinese lanterns and Chinese characters. This photo has been manipulated in Photoshop by overlaying a texture to give it more of an "old" feel.

The Thais are well known for their predilection for food. It seems that they are ready to eat at any time and the streets are filled with delicious temptations from fried bananas to full meals such as the dishes that can be seen in this shot. It seems that wherever there are likely to be people there are always some food stalls.

Ealry Morning in Cha Am

 

This is Cha Am beach, or at least just one part of it. very early in the morning. The sun had only just risen and was casting this lovely warm light everywhere. As can be seen it was a very calm day. Cha Am is near Hua Hin and ia a popular destination for Bangkokians at the weekend. There are also several hotel blocks and condominiums on the beach.

A Poor Man in Bangkok

A Poor Man in Bangkok

This guy was squatting in the gutter near Pak Klong Talat which is the large flower and vegetable market in Bangkok. He had found something to drink and held a back of rather unappetising rice in his hand. As you can see his shirt was way to big for him. Thailand is a relatively rich country for South East Asia but there are still many social problems.

Yong Ling Beach, Trang Province

Yong Ling Beach, Trang Province

Trang Province is a relatively undiscovered part of Thailand with several beaches such as this one at Yong Ling. There are also a number of islands of the coast which offer spectacular beaches. Prices in this part of Thailand are still cheap due to the lack of tourists.

Bangkok Traffic

Bangkok Traffic

Bangkok traffic is notoriously bad with many a snarl up on the roads. Having lived there for several years, I cannot help but think that traffic problems would not be so bad if there weren't so many taxis on the road. Another reason for long queues are the traffic lights which are often controlled by the police. They are never synchronised and often they stay green in one direction for many minutes. Yet another source of a jam is the stopping of all traffic to allow free passage of some important person such as royalty or the Prime Minister. One of the joys of living in Bangkok!

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The Royal Pavilion, Hua Hin Railway Station

The Royal Pavilion, Hua Hin Railway Station

Hua Hin has a royal palace which is a favourite place of the both the current and previous monarchs of Thailand. As Hua Hin lies on the main railway line between Bangkok and the south, the king used to travel by train to and from Hua Hin. This is the royal pavilion which sits at one end of the the platform.

Hua Hin, Thailand - Storm Approaching

Hua Hin, Thailand - Storm Approaching

This is Hua Hin taken from the small promontory in front of the Hilton hotel and overlooking the small bay where several fishing boats are moored. The pier like structure is infact a number of seafood restaurants that are built out into the sea on stilts. There looks to be a massive storm approaching which has formed on the hills behind Hua Hin that form the boundary with Myanmar but the storm moved away and Hua Hin remained sunny.

Hua Hin Travel Guide

Staying Dry in the Rainy Season

Staying Dry in the Rainy Season

Phuket Town in the rainy season and th elocals resort to many things in order to try and keep dry. Using an umbrella is a common sight.

A Break in the Storm

Phang Nga Bay from Phuket after the storm had just passed over.



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Specially for the tourists, there are lots of these decorated cyclos in Malacca, Malaysia. They seem to be very popular with the hordes of day trippers that come to visit this World Heritage site.

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Sino Portuguese architecture in Phuket Town

Sino Portuguese architecture in Phuket Town

Phuket Town is noted for its Sino Portuguese architecture which manifests itself in several streets in the centre of town. Here is a fine example which has been renovated.

The Petronas Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur

The Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur are a magnificent sight as they stand proudly shimmering in the Malaysian sunlight. The towers were once the worlds tallest buildings but have since been eclipsed by buildings elsewhere. They can be seen from all over Kuala Lumpur.

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The Stylo Hairdressing Saloon

This rather stylish hair dressing saloon in Kuala Lumpur caughts my hair. It was housed in a very old building but had this wonderful window, You can just catch a glimpse of the barber and his customer through the window.

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Art Deco Architecture in Kuala Lumpur

Art Art Deco Architecture in Kuala Lumpur

 

The Lee Rubber Building on the corner of Jalan Hang Lekir and Jalan Tun H.S. Lee in Kuala Lumpur is a fine example of Art Deco srchitecture. Built in the 1930's, the building has been restored to its former glory. Reputed to have been the headquarters of the Japanese secret police during the war, the building has also served as a bank but is now home to the "Popular" bookstore.

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Art Deco Complete: The Definitive Guide to the Decorative Arts of the 1920s and 1930s

Storm over Phang Nga Bay

 

During the rainy season, storms scurry around Phang Nga Bay depositing heavy rainfall wherever they pass. This is one such storm.

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