Category Archives: Thailand

The Bridge on the River Kwai—Kanchanaburi

Posted on February 25, 2007 by pfk98

Kanchanaburi, Thailand This place has haunted me since I first saw the 1957 movie of the same name. Two years ago I had some time to kill in Bangkok, waiting to visit the Chatuchak Weekend Market. So, I decided to … Continue reading →

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More Chiangmai, Thailand Shopping Markets

Posted on January 28, 2007 by pfk98

Chiangmai, Thailand While in Chiangmai, don’t overlook a trip to the Hang Dong/Ban Thawai area. They’re both great places for arts and crafts shopping. Located about 20km south of central Chiangmai, the two towns (villages) are within walking distance of … Continue reading →

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Chiangmai, Sunday Walking Market

Posted on January 21, 2007 by pfk98

Chiangmai, Thailand Chiangmai, Thailand is a great place to shop for arts and crafts, and the friendly atmosphere of the Sunday walking market makes it a lot of fun. It’s a weekly event. They close off a group of connected … Continue reading →

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Chatuchak Market — Bangkok

Posted on November 2, 2006 by pfk98

Chao Phraya River, Bangkok, Thailand ……the mother of all markets. This place is awesome, huge, crowded, uncomfortably hot, fun, exciting, cheap & good, physically demanding, must-see, plus a dozen more adjectives. When It’s a weekend thing –Saturday and Sunday– opening: … Continue reading →

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