Bangkok subway (MRT) was bravely operating during Bangkok floods last year, even when surface areas around some station entrances were flooded. This poster appeared after the floods advertising MRT as a life-saving service. Although a somewhat idyllic depiction of the events, the … [Read more...]

It appears to have been a slow day for this tuk tuk driver in Banghlampu. … [Read more...]

As the capital city in a devoutly Buddhist country, Bangkok has no shortage of temples and shrines. Though, while they may offer you a chance at reaching enlightenment, they can't promise that you'll get your shoes back once you have it. … [Read more...]

Generally, spirit houses are meant to evoke the building that they belong to- luxury hotels have elaborate shrines, financial complexes have sleek modernist spirit-houses, and upcountry homes often have theirs built in a traditional style out of wood. So does this elaborate gold … [Read more...]