The sacred tree prominently positioned in the middle of the road, in the center of the market town of Naklua, just a few miles north of Pattaya, is commonly referred to as “The Tree”. It is in fact a Sacred Fig tree (ficus religiosa), sacred fig trees are highly respected in Thailand because of their […]
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Pattaya Celebrates The Kings 84th Birthday
King Bhumibol Adulyadej, The King of Thailand was 84 years old on the 5th December, this birthday was his seventh 12 year cycle. This collection of photos (below) was taken at Bali Hai in Pattaya as a procession formed by various organizations, including the police, hotels and schools gathered to celebrate the Kings Birthday.
Continue ReadingPattaya Photos – Village Flood
The rainy season certainly took a stranglehold on Thailand in 2011, seems like no region or city throughout Thailand was left unaffected. Pattaya, a city which usually receives less rainfall than most parts of Thailand, has seen one of the longest rainy seasons in recent years and virtually no corner of Pattaya escaped one especially […]
Continue ReadingPattaya Photo – Fcuk Truck
I realize that the English language isn’t the first language of Thailand, but four letter words shouldn’t be a problem. The truck in this photo was parked on Pattaya Third Road, the owner is obviously very fashion conscious and felt he should share his taste in fashion with the rest of the World. Why else […]
Continue ReadingPattaya Cocktail Van
These old Volkswagen vans (pictured below) add a touch of charm and charisma to the streets around Pattaya’s nightlife venues, usually bright and colorful, they have been utilized as mobile cocktail bars. You will also see the cocktail vans at most of the events and festivals in Pattaya.
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