Day: October 12, 2013

Sawadee Khrap

Although very common in Phuket during the Thai Vegetable Festival, Yesterday, I finally witnessed the Chinese Taoist practice of self-mutilation right here in Pattaya.  This group was going from business to business – with strings of firecrackers before them, scaring off the evil spirits, sprinkling holy water and prayers.  The official start of the Festival in Pattaya will begins today on Oct 12th –14th.  I am not sure I will be able to get some shots as the traffic will be madding – and I really hate crowds.  Here’s a

 

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of the group I saw.

Ciao

Sawadee Khrap

Located across from Pattaya-Bangkok Hospital is a collection of miniature replicas of many architectural places from around the world.  Mini Siam  and Mini Europe.   For example, here’s a panoramic of one of the exhibits.  Fascinating collection and great for photos. It’s a long slideshow 285 images – make sure you have ample time.

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And right next door is the SuperKart Raceway – I didn’t take a ride but now that I know where it is – I am going to plan on going and get behind the wheel – really looks like fun.

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