A pictorial record of our morning
This morning we explored a bit more of our province (Samut Prakan) when we travelled by bus to the capital city (also named Samut Prakan). It's on the Chao Praya river, in between the Gulf of Thailand and Bangkok.
We explored the town's indoor market - they had a lot of very interesting items for sale.
From there we rode a ferry across the river and visited the Phra Chedi Klang Nam. Construction on this Buddhist monument was begun in 1827 and it was designed to welcome visitors to Bangkok. It used to be on an island in the middle of the river, but silt buildup has joined the island to the western shore.
After visiting the chedi we ate a delicious lunch before going back across the river and home to Thippawan.
-Tom
Comments
Great pictures! The food looks quite interesting. Not sure if I would want to try that or not. Hope you all have a good week.
~Marsha
Posted by: Marsha | September 13, 2006 11:38 PM
I sure enjoy each entry and the pictures!! keep posting!!
Posted by: Mom | September 14, 2006 09:50 AM
I guess I have to come to Thailand now to try the food. It looks absolutely delicious.
Posted by: Ryan | September 14, 2006 10:49 AM
I really enjoy looking at your pics. I like the bug-eyed lizardy thing down below:D blessings...
Posted by: sonya | September 15, 2006 12:17 AM