As the largest patch of greenery in Bangkok, Lumphini Park is a haven for urbanites searching for a little exercise and fresh air. The park is dotted with ponds and lakes, and aquatic-minded visitors can rent giant duck-shaped peddle boats. These massive plastic ducks will likely be the only waterfowl you see in Lumphini Park– the rest have all been scared off by the meter-long water monitors that live in the park.
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April 16th, 2008 | Bangkok
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Scared off? Or, eaten? The only time I went there they were having a running race. I sat down on a bench by the lake and watched, relaxingly… all the sudden a 2+ meter monitor crawled out of the water not 3 meters from me and made its way around to the street and crossed it. Nobody flinched - just kept running. It was my first experience with Thailand’s Komodo dragons (water monitors). Then,yesterday I saw one about a meter long crossing the road in front of me. I stopped the motorbike and watched - amazing creatures. They walk like snakes slither - very side to side movement. Scary beasts. I really get into the wildlife here… Just found your blog - will check out more…
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