A few days ago I went to the Golden Mount. It's a man-made hill in the middle of Bangkok topped with a golden chedi (or stupa). Here are a few shots from the grounds and the top.
You can see how big the chedi is here.
This is the Rama VII bridge - I think it's similar to what the new eastern span of the Bay Bridge (Oakland side) will look like. Maybe? Of course, I think the one in CA won't have a golden flame on the top!
It's strange to see completely modern high-rise apartments, hotels and shops along the river and then you come across something much more pre-modern. (Above photo, too....)
That's it. Oh - one interesting thing I just read. I guess most, or maybe all Thai guys do the monk thing for a few months at some point in their lives. That way their parents have some concentrated prayers for that period. Sort of interesting. I guess a little like a mission, but focused just on your dead family members? Anyway, I heard it from someone here and then read it in my guide book. Doesn't make it true, but maybe it is!
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