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Buddhist Funeral

Posted on January 7, 2010 by faranginbangkok

I attended my first funeral in Thailand, unfortunately a relative of a close friend passed away. It was a Buddhist funeral and took place in a large Wat in Bangkok. What we would consider as the viewing will last for … Continue reading →

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A Visit to Wat Hau Lamphong

Posted on January 4, 2010 by faranginbangkok

Today I visited Wat Hau Lamphong to see the Wat and temple. In Thai Buddhism a Wat is a sacred area/district that houses monks and a temple; it is an entire collection of buildings that usually has a temple in … Continue reading →

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Erawan Shrine

Posted on December 30, 2009 by faranginbangkok

Over the past year I have viewed the Erawan Shrine from the BTS Skytrain a minimum of 40times, it cannot be ignored. The shrine is located on one of the busiest intersections in Bangkok- the corner of Sukhumvit and Phloen … Continue reading →

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