Thailand
Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Phuket...photos from one of my favorite spots on the globe
Ayutthaya - Bang Pa-In Palace
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The Bang Pa-In Summer Palace was built as a residence by King Phra Srisanpetch V, and occupied by many Ayutthaya kings.
Ayutthaya - Phra Mongkonbophit
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The large Buddha image known as Phra Mongkhonbophit (c. 1538) was moved here in 1610 in a mandapa ordered built by King Songtham
Ayutthaya - Wat Mahathat
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Construction begain in 1374 but completed 15-20 years later; restoration took place in both the 17th and 18th centuries.
Ayutthaya - Wat Phra Si Sanphet
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The royal palace was located here from 1350 - 1448. A wat was ordered built on this site in 1448 to be utilized as a monastic area.
Ayutthaya - Wat Yai Chaimongkol
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Built in 1357. The large chedi (tower) was built by King Naresuan the Great to commemorate his victory against the Burmese in 1592.
 - Phra Buddha Deva Patimakorn 3.jpg "Bangkok - Wat Pho")
Bangkok - Wat Pho
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Also known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. Largest and oldest wat in Bangkok.
Phuket 2007 - Elephant Trek
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Rana and I went through the hills and jungle of Phuket on an elephant named Onnwann
