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Kiha Train – Bangkok-Ayuthaya
Kiha 40/48 — Bangkok ↔ Ayutthaya The Japanese KIHA 40 and KIHA 48 diesel railcars have an unusual history in Thailand. The trains were originally operated in Japan by JR East and were subsequently donated to Thailand. The State Railway of Thailand refurbished the cars, installing new engines and electrical systems, air-conditioning, closed toilets…
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Corrections Museum – Bangkok
The Bangkok Corrections Museum offers a fascinating and sometimes unsettling look into the history of imprisonment, punishment and the development of Thailand’s correctional system. Now located in Nonthaburi, the museum was officially opened at its new location in May 2023, replacing the former museum in Bangkok. I photographed the exhibits simply for work—almost as…
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Wat Phra Keo Temple – Bangkok
Photographing Wat Phra Kaew (sometimes aka Wat Phra Keo), the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, on an overcast day reveals a different side of one of Bangkok’s most spectacular landmarks. Without the harsh tropical sunlight, the soft, diffused light provides even illumination across the temple’s elaborate architecture, making it easier to capture intricate details,…
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Roofs & Rooflines
Bangkok’s skyline is made up of far more than modern skyscrapers. Look closely above the streets and a fascinating architectural world appears—ornate temple roofs, traditional Thai houses, weathered townhouses, Chinese-influenced shophouses, and rows of distinctive rooflines that reveal the city’s rich cultural heritage. This collection of photographs focuses on the roofs, rooflines and architectural…
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Wat Benchamabophit (The Marble Temple), Bangkok
Known around the world as Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram, or simply the Marble Temple, this elegant royal temple is one of Bangkok’s most photographed landmarks. Built during the reign of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), the temple is celebrated for its stunning Italian Carrara marble, graceful Thai architecture, ornate gables, and peaceful courtyards. Blending traditional Thai…
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Wat Ratchanatdaram Worawihan (Loha Prasart), Bangkok
Wat Ratchanatdaram Worawihan is one of Bangkok’s most distinctive and underrated temples, best known for the magnificent Loha Prasat (Metal Castle)—the only structure of its kind still standing in the world. Located beside the historic Rattanakosin district and opposite Wat Saket (the Golden Mount), this remarkable temple combines elegant Thai architecture with deep Buddhist…
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Wat Muang – Angthong
Our visit to Wat Muang was filled with surprises, from the sheer size of Thailand’s largest Buddha statue to the many colourful and fascinating sights around the temple grounds. Everywhere we looked, there was something interesting to photograph. This collection of images captures some of the highlights of the day and the unique atmosphere…
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Wat Saket (The Golden Mount) – Bangkok
Wat Saket (The Golden Mount) – One of Bangkok’s Best Temple Viewpoints Wat Saket, better known as The Golden Mount Temple, is one of the most iconic Buddhist temples in Bangkok and a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the city’s rich cultural heritage. Located on an artificial hill in Bangkok’s historic Old Town, the…
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Wat Sommanart Rachaworawihan – Bangkok
You may think I’ve added the wrong cover photo to a temple, but actually, the two are virtually back to back to each other, one being popular amongst the boxing pundits & gamblers, and the other a little-known gem of a Buddhist temple hidden behind a violent establishment 🙂 Wat Sommanat Worawihan is a…
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Hua Lumphong Railway Station – Bangkok
Photography at Hua Lamphong Railway Station captures a timeless intersection of motion and memory. The station’s grand arched hall, filtered with soft natural light, creates a cinematic atmosphere where travelers, monks, vendors, and commuters move through layers of shadow and glow. Every frame feels alive—fleeting gestures, quiet and the rhythm of departures all unfolding…