Saturday, October 28, 2006

The glittering Phra Siratana Chedi
One of the entrance of the Phra Siratana Chedi
Golden Statues guarding Phra Mondop, the first building of the Grand Palace upper terrace
Gate keeper
Lotus flower found at a corner of Phra Mondop
Visiting monk busy taking pictures at the Grand Palace
The mosaic tiled, glittering statues of mythological figures
Mythological figures with Temple of the Emerald Buddha as the backdrop
Mozaic tile upclose reflecting the Grand Palace surrouding
A Buddha statue with the golden Phra Siratana Chedi as the backdrop
Thailand's much loved King Bhumibol Adulyadej

Images of the king can be seen every where in Bangkok
Day of departure at Suvarnabhumi Airport
Departure Hall
Quite a number of upmarket stores at the airport. Items are pricey. Even a BK meal set cost about S$9!
A huge picture of the royalties caught these travellers� attention