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Crumbling Beauty | Old Customs House | Bangkok
Made by I Prahin | www.southeastasia-images.com
The Old Customs House was once the gateway to Thailand, levying taxes on traders moving in and out of the kingdom. Designed by an Italian architect and built in the 1880s, the front door opened onto its source of income (the river) and the grand façade was ceremoniously decorated in columns and transom windows. Today it's a crumbling yet hauntingly beautiful home to the fire brigade, with sagging shutters, peeling colonial yellow paint and laundry flapping on the unpainted balconies. Plans to resurrect this building as a super-luxurious Aman Resort seem to have stalled (10 years ago, would have been great), so anyone with a large wad of spare cash and ambitions as a hotelier should contact the government. It's not open to the public, but it is OK to wander around…as long as you the whole structure doesn’t collapse on you first. Chinese cinema fans might recognize it from Wong Kar Wai's In the Mood for Love (a great film). Visit my website: Southeast Asia Images Link to Thailand’s premier image gallery:
Old East Asiatic Company HQ | Bangkok | Thailand
Made by I Prahin | www.southeastasia-images.com
The classical Venetian-style facade of the East Asiatic Company (built in 1884) is situated next to the Oriental Hotel (that's the famous Author's Wing on the left) on the banks of the Chao Praya River. The company was central to developing trade between Thailand and the rest of the world and this building was its headquarters. The company traces its origin back to 1884, when Captain H N Andersen, a Danish sea captain, established a trading company in Bangkok at the famous Oriental Avenue. In 1897 Captain Andersen formally set up the East Asiatic Company in Copenhagen. The company started out by running teak concessions in the north and importing goods by water freight via the Chao Phraya River. Now disussed and empty, it will hopefully now conserved as a historical building. Visit my website: Southeast Asia Images Link to Thailand’s premier image gallery:
Rose
Made by The Wandering Angel
Bold March sunlight bounces off the yellow-grey-brown claybricks of the house across the gardens; the next-door neighbour’s cut the dead ivy and the reflected light hits the artificial flowers and their strong delicate colours, glowing in their various cobalt vases; blooming joyful where living flowers find that corner sad; the flowers as if washed today with brighter water-colours; as if grace itself, wishing to send a message to this room today, had chosen the spectrum of the flowers’ purples, yellows, blues and reds as its medium and message; and its smile; today, the spectrum is for me metaphor enough – its rainbow limits playing now-you-see-me… with the retina, hinting at the formless always beckoning there, beyond the form.. metaphor enough for heaven’s mind itself; and heaven’s smile. - Heaven as Spectrum, by Michael Shepherd (Rose window, Assumption Cathedral, Bangkok) - Seen in Explore, 25 April 2008
Sky Bar "SiRocCo"
Made by AmpamukA
Sirocco is the world's largest all open-air restaurant and Sky Bar, located on the 64th floor of the State Tower in Bangkok, Thailand, which is the second tallest building in Thailand. The 150-capacity restaurant opened its doors in the winter of 2003. Its main feature is a spectacular 270° panorama of the Chao Phraya river and Bangkok city. Sirocco was designed by global architectural and interior design firm, dwp, Design Worldwide Partnership with the design team led by Executive Director, Scott Whittaker. Sirocco serves Mediterranean food and has a live band every evening. Sirocco เป็นภัตตาคารเปิดโล่งที่ใหญ่ที่สุดในโลก ตั้งอยู่ที่ชั้น 67 ของ สเตท ทาวเวอร์ ในกรุงเทพมหานคร เปิดทำการเมื่อ พ.ศ. 2546
The head start . .
Made by grantthai
. . because s in town! When you go on a photoshoot with mates, especially one like Daniel who'se images are just ***, you may have a feeling of inadequacy, maybe they are better (maybe not), but even if not spoken between you, there is the competitive edge, I won't, in fact, cannot compete with this guy . . so, I'll cheat, and take this early morning start (before I meet him at 5:15am today) to post this! Yes, that's damn early (way too early for me normally) but that's why he's good, 'cos I'm the designated driver! and I'm driving him to exotic locations today (i.e. now, before sunrise, when it's dark, before people rise, when I should be in bed, he should too, you probably are, God, what have I let myself in for) . . but, ssshhh, don't tell him I posted this from our Friday shoot . . thanks! Have a great last day of the weekend, my friends.
Loi Krathong festival in Thailand on BBC Big Picture of the Day!!!
Made by Ken.Lam
One of my holidays snaps is on the BBC!! How cool is that!! news.bbc.co.uk/2/shared/spl/hi/pop_ups/08/in_pictures_enl... This was one of the festivals that was happening when I was around. Its the Loi Krathong festival which happens on the full moon night of the twelfth lunar month. Here we see people offering little floats to the river spirits to wash away bad luck which some of them contain a little cash. Which is why there are people in the river to collect them!! Still on holiday but will catch when I get back! Lots of photos ops but hard to do when on holiday with the wife. Her standing around when I take shots is not her idea of fun.... shame she isn't into photography!
Assumption Cathedral - last in series
Made by grantthai
Assumption Cathedral, Bangrak Bangkok (HDR, 3xp). Please view Large. Completed in 1821, in the reign of King Rama II. The cathedral was named Assumption to honor the taking up of the Virgin Mary to heaven after her death. The Feast of the Assumption commemorates this religious occasion, St Mary's Day, on 15th August. The present church was reconstructed in 1909. Damaged during World War II, the cathedral was restored after extensive repairs. The Cathedral's red brick exterior sets it apart from the surrounding white buildings. Tall square towers flank the main entrance leading to the spacious nave with a high ornate ceiling.
Heaven's Bar | Sky Bar at State Tower (lebua) | Bangkok
Made by I Prahin | www.southeastasia-images.com
Explore, April 29, 2010 #311 Suspended in the sky on the 63rd floor of The Dome at State Tower, the Skybar is one of the world's highest open air bars, overlooking a panoramic view of Bangkok and the Chao Phraya river. In religion, Heaven is the English name for a transcendental realm wherein human beings who have transcended human living live in an afterlife. May 2010 Competition Winner at Sunset Mania Group. Visit my website: Southeast Asia Images
The Author's Lounge
Made by Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
On the ground floor of the Authors' Wing, this lounge has old colonial charm, with its white rattan furniture and English afternoon tea. About Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok: For more than 135 years distinguished travelers have followed the legendary Chao Phraya River, through the heart of Bangkok, to the doors of one of the world’s most luxurious hotels, Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok. A paragon of contemporary luxury and rich in history, our hotel is filled with stories of the celebrated guests who have considered us home during their world travels.
Revered Monarch
Made by grantthai
His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej Rama IX of the Royal House of Chakri of Thailand. The World's longest serving and Thailand's beloved Monarch. His Majesty was born in Cambridge Massachusetts, The United States of America, on Monday the 5th of December 1927, being the third and youngest child of Their Royal Highnesses Prince and Princess Mahidol of Songkhla. His Majesty celebrates his 80th birthday in December this year. A 3 exposure hdr, low light conditions in early morning shade, Assumption University, Bangkok.
Sathorn Unique - Bangkok Ghost Tower
Made by Mahanakorn Sky
Sathorn Unique Tower is our first residential project in downtown Bangkok. The tower is 49 storey with the total of 659 residential units and 54 retails, located only less than 200 meters from BTS : Taksin station. Sathorn Unique Tower is also located at the edge of old commercial town of Charernkrung meets the new international business zone of Silom-Sathorn roads. It sits on the a horse-shoe blend which is considered as the best place for overlook at the Bangkok’s grand cityscape and the charm of the Chaopraya river.
Night @ skybar Bangkok
Made by NikosG.
- The city of angels, the great city, the eternal jewel city, the impregnable city of God Indra, the grand capital of the world endowed with nine precious gems, the happy city, abounding in an enormous Royal Palace that resembles the heavenly abode where reigns the reincarnated god, a city given by Indra and built by Vishnukarma - Krung Thep Mahanakhon Amon Rattanakosin Mahinthara Yuthaya Mahadilok Phop Noppharat Ratchathani Burirom Udomratchaniwet Mahasathan Amon Piman Awatan Sathit Sakkathattiya Witsanukam Prasit.
Why won't the penitents stay still? I wanna shoot an hdr!
Made by grantthai
A second post today, taken when recently visited Bangkok. It is Assumption Cathedral, Bangrak Bangkok. Completed in 1821, in the reign of King Rama II. The cathedral was named Assumption to honor the taking up of the Virgin Mary to heaven after her death. The Feast of the Assumption commemorates this religious occasion, St Mary's Day, on 15th August. The present church was reconstructed in 1909. Damaged during World War II, the cathedral was restored after extensive repairs. Have a great day.
Architectural contrasts
Made by berik
Christmas this year was spent in Bangkok, Thailand - truly wonderful. It's a big busy city, full of contrasts. The building in the foreground is now a fire station, but used to be the Customs House, designed by an Italian architect, and built in the 1880's. In the background is the Oriental Hotel. A stunning location on the Chao Phraya river, but just look at those windows - totally lacking in soul, but offering many guests a river view ...
Heaven in Bangkok.
Made by José Fernandez
Niu's on Silom. My favourite Jazz Bar-restaurant on earth. And probably the best Jazz club in Asia. Dont hesitate to go there for a drink, a good meal or to listen one of their amazing band. The owner is Italian so you will have a very good selection of wine to enjoy with traditional Thai food or Italian. 661 Floor 1-2 Silom Road, Silom, Bangkok 10500 www.niusonsilom.com/
Sri Mariamman
Made by Humandecoy - back
The Sri Mariamman Temple is located in the Bang Rak district of the city and is one of only two Hindu temples in the city. It was built in the 1860s by Tamil immigrants with colourful Hindu deities and a gopuram (tower) at the entrance just like you get in India. You can witness the daily rituals and prayers of the local Hindu community here but Thai's also visit as there are also Buddha images as well. Photo taken last year.
Raining season
Made by krgrafika
Cambodia & Thailand 2009 The raining season on the Indochinese Peninsula ends in October. The average rainfall is 250 mm per month – this amount in Europe is noted for a half-year. The rains are extremely intensive, but they last not longer than half an hour, or an hour maximum. The traffic ceases and you can find crowds of the pedestrians together with the motorcyclist, on the motorcycles.
State Tower, Bangkok
Made by Michael LaPalme
Sometimes its easy to get your vision crossed while gazing towards the multitudes of identical balconies on the 68 story State Tower in Bang Rak, Bangkok. Note that this photograph only shows about 1/5 of all the balconies that are on this side of the building. Its one of the largest building in Southeast Asia, with 300,000 m² floor area.
Breeze
Made by potichao
This was one of the hot spots for photography. I have seen some wedding photos taken from this spot. Well, the area is... 'ok'. It does have some interesting spots for photos but the sun on that day was just too bright. I had to find some shades to take a proper portrait. I was, sweating like a dog. I think I would like to go back there some day but probably in the morning.
Glowing Sky | Bangkok
Made by I Prahin | www.southeastasia-images.com
The remnants of monsoonal storm that just passed through the city. The clouds were low enough to touch the top of the taller buildings. The golden domed building is State Tower which contains lebua hotel and on top, the world's tallest outdoor bar. Visit my website: Southeast Asia Images
Nearest places of interest:
| Lebua State Tower Hotel, Bangkok Thanya clinic Sathorn Resident สโมสรสีลม | Sirocco Restaurant Hotel Lebua at State Tower แยกบางรัก Hotel Tower Club At Lebua |
