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James Bond Island
James Bond Island, a real tourist attraction with a lot of visitors. May be too many if you ask me, but worth visiting still.
...James Bond Island, (CLICK HERE)...

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Traffic in Ha Noi
Pictures of daily life in HaNoi. The numbers of motorbikes are rising in Vietnam. Here are some snapshots taken during a short journey through the city in 2007.
...Traffic Ha Noi, (CLICK HERE)...

London City Centre.
London City was spectacular in sunshine, with a lot of friendly people, good restaurants during my visit in April. Please have a look at some of the pictures I took in London Centre, The Tower of London, London Tower bridge, Westminster Abbey, The Parliament, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, London Eye, St James Park, St Pauls Chathedral, Speakers Corner in Hyde Park and much more..
...London City Centre, (CLICK HERE)...

London Tower Brigde.
Tower Bridge is a combined bascule and suspension bridge in London, England over the River Thames. It is close to the Tower of London, which gives it its name. It has become an iconic symbol of London and is sometimes mistakenly called London Bridge, which is the next bridge upstream. The pictures shown are taken in 2001 and 2007.
...London Tower Bridge, (CLICK HERE)...

Cha Am, a nice beach town.
Pictures from Cha am north of Hua Hin on the west coast of Bangkok bay. A nice and quiet town.
...Cha Am a nice beach town, (CLICK HERE)...

The Old City in Warsaw Poland.
I have recently visited the old city in Warsaw. The old city is actually a new part of Warsaw. The whole Warsaw city was destroyed during the world war II and the old city was rebuilt and finished in by 1960s. Today we can still enjoy and get the flavor or what this was prior to the war. Highly recommended. We enjoyed a nice dinner with excellent food.
...Old City in Warsaw Poland, (CLICK HERE)...

Queen Sirikit Park in Bangkok.
Queen Sirikit park just beside Emporium shopping center is a small but beautiful little park in Bangkok. It is frequently used by the citizens of Bangkok and we recommend a nice walk to stay away from the noisy traffic in Bangkok for a while.
...Queen Sirikit Park in Bangkok, (CLICK HERE)...

September 16 - 2006 Belly dancers in Istanbul Turkey.
I visited Istanbul and in particular a professional show at the Orient House in Istanbul. A group of musicians, singers and belly dancers made this evening special.
...Belly dancers in Istanbul, (CLICK HERE)...

July 8 - 2006 China Town in Bangkok.
Pictures from the China Town in Bangkok, a shoppers paradise. But plan to use a lot of time if you really want to explore the city. Even after 5 years in Bangkok, I still have not been able to visit all places I want in this fabulous part of Bangkok city.
...Pictures from China Town in Bangkok, (CLICK HERE)...

June 9 - 2006 Hua Hin.
Pictures from the famous beach town Hua Hin south west of Bangkok. A busy small town, popular among tourists. Hua Hin can offer excellent seafood restaurants and good hotels.
...Pictures from Hua Hin, (CLICK HERE)...

May 27 - 2006 Chao Praya River in Bangkok.
Pictures from daily life on the river Chao Praya in Bangok. A busy river with a lot of barge- and boat traffic. I would not recommend a bath in the water, but Thai children are enjoying a swim in the muddy water.
...Pictures from Chao Praya river in Bangkok, (CLICK HERE)...
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May 10 - 2006 A Cruise on the river Nile.
Pictures of a night cruise on the river Nile in Cairo - Egypt in 2006
...Pictures from a Cruise on the river Nile, (CLICK HERE)...
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May 3 - 2006 Bang Saen Beach.
We have been on a short trip to Bang Saen south east of Bangkok. Not far from Chon Buri. We enjoyed the nice views overlooking the sea from the hills. Also, the young fisherman through his net and catched quite a lot of nice sized fish. The beach is not as known as others in Thailand, and probably not as good as well. But many Thais enjoy the quiet beaches and sit together on the beach front enjoying their traditional Thai meals and family gatherings.
...Bang Saen Beach, (CLICK HERE)...
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April 25 - 2006 The streets of Cairo Egypt.
Pictures of people, buildings and daily life of Cairo - Egypt in 2006
...From the streets of Cairo, (CLICK HERE)...
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March 27 - 2006 The Pyramids and The Sphinx in Cairo Egypt.
The three Pyramides of Giza. They are located about 10 km southwest of Cairo in the Libyan Desert. The biggest is ascribed to the pharaoh Cheops and is supposed to be built in the 4th dynasty about 2690 B.C. over a 20 year period. It is made from limestone from the Mokattam Mountains near Cairo. Its height is 140 m and its lateral length 230 m. The second is suppose to be built by pharaoh Chefren about 2650 B.C. and its height is 136 m. The smaller one with a height of 63 m is supposed to be built by pharaoh Mykerinos about 2600 B.C.
The Sphinx of Giza, statue with the body of a lion and the head of a human is just as mysterious as the pyramids. It has a height of 20 m and a length of 70 m and is supposed to be built about 2500 B.C. out of a solid rock mountain at the plateau. See the pictures we took.
...The Pyramids and The Sphinx in Cairo, (CLICK HERE)...
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March 19 - 2006 Doi Tung Botanic Garden.
The Doi Tung Garden outside Chang Rai is a fantastic a botanic garden. The layout and flowers are breathtaking. Doi Tung has traditionally been an area at the centre of Thailand's opium production, and with a ready supply of the drug in the area, drug use was prevalent, especially amongst the poor. The Princess Mother built a summer palace in the area and initiated the Doi Tung Development Project. See the pictures we took.
...The Botanic Garden Doi Tung, (CLICK HERE)...
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February 18 - 2006 Grand Palace in Bangkok.
We have been visiting Grand Palace multiple times and still it give us a breathtaking experience. But be aware of the rules for how to dress before you go. And it closes 15.30 in the afternoon. Also there are unfortunately many trying to scam tourists at the gate. Never trust any good looking and good english speaking person trying to get your attention here. Normally they claim the palace is closed today... However, this is beside the point.
The Palace is breathtaking and is worth a couple of hours visit. The emerald Budda is a holy place for Buddhists and Thais. And there must be tons of gold in there. We show you the pictures we took in 2001.
...Grand Palace Map ...
...Grand Palace in Bangkok. (CLICK HERE)...
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February 8 - 2006 A Construction Site in Bangpoo.
I have been visiting a construction site ongoing in Bangpoo. Take a look and judge for yourself. The safety issues are not in focus, specially the cheap contractors outside Bangkok has Safety First only as a word. Not something they take seriously.
...Construction Site Bangpoo. (CLICK HERE)...
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January 28 - 2006 Bangkok City.
Bangkok City is big and challenge you patience in many ways. Problem areas as constant congestion in the traffic along with high polluted air are some... But the city has a lot to offer, see our section in the menus under Bangkok. If you visit learn more of Bangkok, you will never forget it. Here is a collection of pictures taken in the city.
...Bangkok City. (CLICK HERE)...
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January 23 - 2006 The Bridge over river Kwai.
The bridge over the river Kwai is famous and well known to everyone in Europe, Australia and USA. But if you ask someone in Thailand, many does not know about the tragedy during the second world war at all. Many prisoners of war died here during the attempt of the Japanese to keep a supply route by train over the river Kwai to Myanmar. Here some pictures I took during a visit. I have also included some pictures from the museum exhibition.
...The bridge over river Kwai in Kanchanaburi. (CLICK HERE)...
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January 17 - 2006 Ayutthaya City.
The Ayutthaya ancient city of Thailand used to be the capital from 1350 to 1767. Today you are able to see the ruins which demonstrates the magnificent city it was long time ago.
...Ayutthaya ancient city (CLICK HERE)...
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January 08 - 2006 People on the beaches in Thailand.
We are presenting some photos taken in December at Jomtien beach. We have focused on daily life and Thai people rather than the tourists...
...People on the beaches (CLICK HERE)...
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December 28 - 2005 Manila City on the Philippines
I have been traveling to Manila City on the Philippines some weeks ago. The city is well known for charm, nice people, Jeepneys, but also corruption and crime. During my busy days in the city, I was able to shoot some pictures...
...Manila City (CLICK HERE)...
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December 12 - 2005 Felicia Design in Bangkok
Felicia Design - a Norwegian managed and controlled jewelry production in the hearth of Bangkok, Thailand. Specialized in silver jewelry production. On its 10 year anniversary Felicia Design is moving to its new facilities on Pan Road - moving only two streets, but to a specious new factory. Welcome to a peak viewing of the old and the new Felicia. Comments by Vibeke Lysand Leirvaag - General Manager and part owner.
...Pictures of jewelry production and a lot of high quality products (CLICK HERE)...
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December 8 - 2005 A Construction Site at Jomtien Beach/Pattaya
I have recently visited Jomtien Beach in Pattaya. There are quite many big apartment complexes being built at the moment. As usual I can not avoid to see the lack of safety precautions which are quite typical here in Thailand. See the pictures I took.
...A Construction Site at Jomtien Beach (CLICK HERE)...
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December 3 - 2005 Hefei City in China.
I have recently visited Hefei City in China. A busy and big city in China. See the pictures I took.
...Hefei City in China (CLICK HERE)...
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November 27 - 2005 Zhong Zhan in China.
I have recently visited Zhong Zhan in China. See the pictures I took.
...Zhong Zhan in China (CLICK HERE)...
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November 17 - 2005 Butterflies.
I have occasionally been able to take pictures of butterflies. With their many shapes and colors they are beautiful to watch.
...Butterflies in Thailand and China (CLICK HERE)...
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November 12 - 2005 Snapshots Series 6.
Our latest snapshots from Thailand and some other countries. They have earlier been published on Todays Picture Blog on Skaarpictures.Com.
...Snapshots Series 6 photos (CLICK HERE)...
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... More Snapshot Galleries on Skaarpictures.Com...
...Snapshots Series 1... ...Snapshots Series 2... ...Snapshots Series 3... ...Snapshots Series 4... ...Snapshots Series 5... ...Snapshots Series 6... ...Todays Picture on Skaarpictures.Com...
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November 9 - 2005 Hong Kong City in China.
The Hong Kong city is a fascinating city. The busy metropolitan is well organized, clean and in many ways beautiful. The 7 millions of people living there can buy any product or service, a very updated and modern city. But compared to some other cities in Asia, the cost of living here are also higher. See the pictures we took.
...Hong Kong city (CLICK HERE)...
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November 4 - 2005 Happy Thai Boys in Thailand.
We have recently taken some pictures of happy Thai boys north of Bangkok. The typical traditional old fashioned hair cut style is not so often seen in Thailand any more. A haircut for good luck and happy future for the boy.
...Happy Thai Boys pictures (CLICK HERE)...
... More Galleries of People on Skaarpictures.Com...
...People in Thailand I... ...People in Thailand II... ...People in Thailand III... ...People in Thailand IV... ...People in Thailand V...
...A Search for pictures of People on Skaaarpitures.Com...
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October 29 - 2005 The Lotus Flower - The most beautiful flower I know.
The Lotus Flower is just spectacular and beautiful. "The pure white lotus flower, the only plant to fruit and flower simultaneously, emerges from the depths of the muddy swamp and symbolizes the manifestation of the universal Buddha Nature or Christ Consciousness inherent equally in all life" are words you can find about the flower. It is all true! See the pictures taken one day north of Bangkok.
...The Lotus Flowers north of Bangkok. (CLICK HERE)...
... More Flower Photos on Skaarpictures.Com...
...Flowers Series I... ...Flowers Series II...
...A Search for other Flower Photos on Skaaarpitures.Com...
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October 24 - 2005 Bird Watching - The Rise Farm Land and Wet Land at Bang Sai.
The rise fields and wet land north of Bangkok at Bang Sai is interesting for bird watchers. We have spent some time watching the birds and animals in the area and here are some pictures. We apologize for not knowing too much about bird names and sorts. But they are all beautiful and marvelous to watch. We met Asian Openbill Stork, Little Egret, Great White Egret, Buffalo, Butterflies, Pigeons, Fish and People in the swamps. See the pictures we took.
...The Rise Fields and Wet Land at Bang Sai (CLICK HERE)...
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October 19 - 2005 Bananas at Tobacco Company in Bangok.
I have been to the Tobacco Company area in Bangkok this week. There is Bananas growing there, a little unusual for a tobacco company. I took some pictures.
...Bananas in Tobacco Company in Bangkok (CLICK HERE)...
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Benjakiti Park in Bangkok.
The Tobacco Company will soon be a tropical garden and a nice green park in Bangkok, see some earlier comments done to this from the Benjakiti Park close to the Tobacco Company area...
Benjakiti Park in Bangkok CLICK HERE...

October 16 - 2005 A Construction Site in Bangkok with Safety in Place.
Close to Ekamai BTS (Skytrain station Sukhumvit) there is a construction site were everything concerning safety seem to be in place. I have reported so many occations of bad behaviour on the matter. It is a pleasure to show that it is not the case for all sites. Thanks for that. Have a look at some of the pictures I took at the site.
...Good Safety Photos from Ekamai (CLICK HERE)...

October 8 - 2005 Ko Sichang
Ko Sichang is a beautiful island with a lot to offer. Clean water, nice people, no cars, one of Thailand best and cheapest restaurants, Pan & Davids restaurant, and amazing temples and nature. Use this link to see more of our comments of the restaurant ...(CLICK HERE)... There are quite a lot of beaches there too, but most of the shore line is rocky. Unfortunately we did not have time to explore some of the islands around Ko Sichang, they seem to very nice too. We hired a motorcycle and traveled without any problems around on the island. There are quite good roads there too. We therefore recommend a visit, it is not visited by tourists in general, you are able to see real Thailand here. Fishing is a main business and there are hundreds of fishing boats in the harbour. If your are interested in fishing from the shore, you can hire poles and there is plenty of fish.
Ko Sichang Pictures...(CLICK HERE)...
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David has a very good web site with tons of good information about Ko Sicang if you would like to go there...
Ko-Sichang.Com CLICK HERE...

October 04 - 2005 Wat Tham Yai Prik.
I visited the temple Tham Yai Prik on Ko Sicang in the beginning of October 2005. K. Pui invited me for breakfast and showed me around. The temple has an unique atmosphere and play an important role in Ko Sichangs community. I was even able to talk to The Master Luang Por Paisit Thavaro as well. Many are seeking peace and shelter in the temple of Tham Yai Prik. I recommend a visit to the temple. It does not matter if you believe in Budda or not. They will great you as a friend, and you might find peace... Take a look at the pictures I took and what the nun K. Pui explained to me...
...Wat Tham Yai Prik (CLICK HERE)...
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A link to the temples own web site...
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September 24 - 2005 Si Racha Shoreline.
Si Racha at the south coast line of Bangkok is interesting. Rocky coast with busy deep sea habours being the main import and export port of Thailand. The fishing villages are many and the restaurants serve excellent sea food. Take a look at the pictures I took...
...Si Racha Shoreline (CLICK HERE)...
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September 20 - 2005 King Rama IX Royal Park Bangkok.
Located in the vicinity of Bangkok, this 200 acre large park on Srinakharin Road commemorates His Majesty King Rama IX's 60th birthday in 1987. The park is large and beautiful. We really recommend a walk here. You will need minimum half a day. The park comprises lakes, english garden, flowers, palms, botanical gardens, and an lot more from the works and life of King Rama IX. ... See the pictures.
...King Rama IX Royal Park (CLICK HERE)...
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September 13 - 2005 International Swan River Boat Races.
18th Thailand International Swan Boat Races was held September 10-11, 2005 on the Chao Phraya River (River of Kings), Bangsai Royal Folk Arts and Crafts Center, near the ruins of the golden city of Ayutthaya, former capital of Siam. Over twentyinternational teams including teams from the Peoples Republic of China, Germany, Philippines, Taiwan, Malaysia, Brunei Darussalam, Singapore, Myanmar, Indonesia, England, Thailand, the United States, Australia, and the city of Hong Kong were competing. The swan boats are 96 feet long and manned by 50 paddlers. We had a great time watching, but the referee maked us loose our hearing senses for a couple of days... See the pictures.
...Swan Boat Races (CLICK HERE)...
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September 8 - 2005 Kualalumpur - Malaysia.
We have recently visited Kualalumpur in Malaysia.The city is a nice and charming city with a lot to offer. The Petronal Tower is a landmark well known world wide. One of the highest building in the world. We recommend a visit.
See the pictures.
...Kualalumpur 2005 (CLICK HERE)...
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August 26 - 2005 A Construction Site in Bangkok.
Civil works are ongoing on every corner in Bangkok. The workers are living on the site where they can find shelter. Normally they make some temporary simple houses. Minimum salary for a non skilled worker in Bangkok is 170 Baht or about 4 USD per day. The Health and Safety issues are not always in focus. But the buildings are being built all right. Though work in the heat!
See the pictures.
...A Construction Site in Bangkok (CLICK HERE)...
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August 5 - 2005 Tall Ships Races Fredrikstad Norway
We have recently visited Fredrikstad in Norway during the Tall Ships Races event.
Each summer usually between 70 and 100 vessels from 20 or more countries, crewed by some 4,000 or so young people from over 30 countries worldwide, take part in The Tall Ships' Races in Europe. Organised by Sail Training International, this unique event combines four days of activities in each port with racing or cruising-in-company between ports. During the race series the young crews get the chance to gain experience by sailing with their contemporaries from other countries while facing the physical and emotional challenges that only the ocean can provide.
See the pictures we took walking the piers in Fredrikstad Norway.
...Tall Ships Races pictures (CLICK HERE)...
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July 25 - 2005 Waterford City on Ireland
I have just recently visited the city on Waterford on Ireland. A beautiful small city on the south - east coast of Ireland. Waterford is the oldest city in Ireland. A walled city of Viking origins, it retains much of it's medieval character together with the graceful buildings from its 18th century expansion. The parameters of the 10th century settlement can be clearly identified in The Viking Triangle. Reginald's Tower is the most historic urban medieval monument in Ireland. I hope you will enjoy the pictures...
...Waterford on Ireland (CLICK HERE)...
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July 16 - 2005 People in Thailand, series V
Pictures of people in Thailand. From daily situations and where I go. I hope you will enjoy it...

...People in Thailand Series V (CLICK HERE)...
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July 02 - 2005 Kao Lak after the Tsunami
The Tsunami hit Thailand hard. Have a look at picture taken now after the Tsunami, the area is slowly recovering.

...Kao Lak after the Tsunami (CLICK HERE)...
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June 26 - 2005 People Series IV
A follow up series of People in Thailand. Series IV. From many places in Thailand of people in all kinds of situations.

...People in Thailand Series IV (CLICK HERE)...

Also, see the latest Snapshot Pictures...
...Snapshots Series 4 (CLICK HERE)...
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June 21 - 2005 Flowers Series II
The latest pictures is a Flower Collection Series II. Thailand has an enormous collection of flowers and plants of all kinds in any shape or color. They are just beautiful. The pictures are all taken i Thailand except for a few from China.

...Flower Series II (CLICK HERE)...
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June 17 - 2005 Korat to Surin
See some of our pictures taken during a road trip between Korat and Surin in Thailand.

...On the road between Korat and Surin (CLICK HERE)...
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June 11 - 2005 Flowers in Thailand - Series I
There seem to be all kinds of beautiful flowers in Thailand. For someone like me knowing nothing about flower and their names, I fully enjoy their beauty and elegance. I have picked some in this first series of flowers from Thailand. More will come later.

...Flowers in Thailand Series I (CLICK HERE)...
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June 3 - 2005 The Great Wall in China
We have recently visited The Great Wall at Badaling outside Beijing in China. It is just amazing how somebody can have built this wall in the mountains. You just have to see to believe what it really is. We recommend a trip very much. You will never forget it. It is a big advantage to have fresh legs and good health to be able to walk the wall a bit. The higher you get and the more exhausted you get...just when you think your legs will not carry you any longer....you will get the reward from the great view, the fantastic feeling of admiration to those who long time ago worked and made this wall. Enjoy a look at the pictures I took on my way up to the top and back down again.
More information about the Great Wall: The Great Wall of China was built over 2,000 years ago, by Qin Shi Huangdi, the first emperor of China during the Qin (Ch'in) Dynasty (221 B.C - 206 B.C.). In Chinese the wall is called "Wan-Li Qang-Qeng" which means 10,000-Li Long Wall (10,000 Li = about 5,000 km).
After subjugating and uniting China from seven Warring States, the emperor connected and extended four old fortification walls along the north of China that originated about 700 B.C. (over 2500 years ago). Armies were stationed along the wall as a first line of defense against the invading nomadic Hsiung Nu tribes north of China (the Huns). Signal fires from the Wall provided early warning of an attack.
The Great Wall is one of the largest building construction projects ever completed. It stretches across the mountains of northern China, winding north and northwest of Beijing. It is constructed of masonry, rocks and packed-earth. It was over 5,000 km (=10,000 Li) long. Its thickness ranged from about 4.5 to 9 meters (15 to 30 feet) and was up to 7.5 meters (25 feet) tall.
During the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), the Great Wall was enlarged to 6,400 kilometers (4,000 miles) and renovated over a 200 year period, with watch-towers and cannons added including the Badaling section.

...The Great Wall in China (CLICK HERE)...
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May 27 - 2005 Temples in Samut Songkhram
In the small village of Kalhong, the beautiful temple occupies a central and large area of the village. During our visit to K. Pichai's village, we also vitnessed the monk ceremony at the temple before Songkran. Thousands of Baht were donated from rich and poor that day. Later we visited the extraordinary wooden temple in Samut Songkhram. The mother of pearl inlay dominated the dark wooden walls and and roof. The temple is the most beautiful we have seen in Thailand.
...Temples in Samut Songkhram (CLICK HERE)...
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May 14 - 2005 The Children of Takuapa
The children of Takuapa are in need for help and economical assistance, no other organization are helping in the area at the moment. These children and their home towns Baan Nam Khem and Bang Muang were badly hit by the Tsunami. The Tsunami Relief Fund for children of Takuapa (TRFT) are giving the money to the children in need, supervised by a trusted member of family (parent) or other appointed guardian. The intention of the relief fund is to keep the children in school long term Currently the TRFT is supporting about 1100 children in the age from 3 to 10 mainly. TRFT is having a open book policy, the ones who want to see their money transactions coming in and going out of the Fund will get access to that Administrative work is efficient and not much based on volunteers. No cost added. The TRFT needs more donations
...The Children of Takuapa (CLICK HERE)...

...To DONATE (CLICK HERE)...
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May 10 - 2005 Pictures of People in Thailand
This is a follow up of the series of Pictures of People in Thailand. Enjoy...
...People in Thailand Series III (CLICK HERE)...
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April 30 - 2005 Making Electricity in Thailand - Queen Sirikit Dam
I have last year been in the North of Thailand and worked with EGAT on their impressive Queen Sirikit Dam. The Nan river from the north are creating one of the largest hydro power installations in Thailand. The installed capacity of 500 MW comes from 4 generators of each 125 MegaWatt. The energy is transmitted to Phitsanulok on 230 kV -and Uttaradit on 115 kV high voltage lines. See a map ... Click here... The big dam produces millions of MegaWatt/year for electric consumption. The dam is made out of stones and soil and is about 100 m high and 800 m long by my estimate. Under the hydro power station the BIG river fish Tako can be seen all the time. The local restaurants serve them. However, we are not allowed to fish there. That would have been fun! The dam has a Resort where you can stay overnight in good air conditioned rooms. And close by there is a good and nice golf course. EGAT says they have 300 000 visitors per year! The dam also prevents the Nan river from flooding and also give the farmers a stable source of water for the land down streams. See the pictures of the great nature of northern Thailand.
...Queen Sirikit Dam (CLICK HERE)...
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April 29 - 2005 Suan Lum Night Bazar
Across from the Lumpini Park, the Night Bazars are offering a lot. See the map Click Here. The area is big, has many restaurants and you can buy what you want there. Clothes, Decoration for house, Leather, Bags........all the usual market stuff. But the quality is quite good. Perfect for the tourist, interesting for all to see and a good spot if you want to find a good restaurant.
...Suan Lum Night Bazar (CLICK HERE)...

...Suan Lum Night Bazar MAP (CLICK HERE)...
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April 25 - 2005 Classical Cars
We found these Classical old cars in Seacon Square by coincidence last weekend. Many of the old good brand names, Lotus, Rolls-Royce, Mercedes,Volks Wagen, Ferrari, Alfa Romeo, Austin, Bentley and many more were on display.
...Classical Cars (CLICK HERE)...
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April 22 - 2005 Picking Salt in Thailand
See earlier pictures of ....Making Salt in Thailand... to get the full story. Here see the follow up pictures of how the salt is picked from the bottom layer in the pond of saturated salt water. When the water still is half an inch high, the deposits of salt at the bottom of the pond is loosened and collected into piles of crystal clear pure sea-water salt. We have tasted the salt and it tastes just excellent and nice. Much better than what you get as pure NaCl in the supermarket.
...Picking Salt in Thailand (CLICK HERE)...
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April 21 - 2005 People in Thailand Series II
A series of pictures of people in Thailand. I have picked pictures of people I know and of many I do not know at all. They are from very different situations and occasions. I hope you can enjoy them.
...People in Thailand Series II (CLICK HERE)...
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April 17 - 2005 Ha Noi City in Vietnam
Ha Noi city is undergoing big changes and developments. We took these pictures in 2001 and we assume there are big changes since then. However, the Ha Noi city is a city with charm and vitality. The markets are busy, the silk is excellent and most you can buy is cheap. But bargain is a must. We enjoyed the visit.
...Ha Noi City in Vietnam (CLICK HERE)...
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April 12 - 2005 Making Salt in Thailand
K. Pichai, a very good friend of us, invited Ragnhild and me to vistit his salt family business in April 2005. His home town called Kalhong is a small village located at the south west of Bangkok Bay. It has been the home for his familly and his brothers and sisters families for generations. They are all involved in the salt business during the dry season or the carpentry business during the wet season. The villiage is located about 45 km from Bangkok center. His son Wai and daughter Wan met us at his home. Later we took a walk to K. Ae's saltfarm, his brother. We met K. Ae under the burning sun where he showed us how to prepare and clean the sea water and dry it in the sun for days and weeks. The farm has been family property for years and is huge. Is is about 0,4 km wide times 5 kilometers long, from the shore all the way to the open sea. They get 800 Baht per 2,5 m3 in 2005. Difficult to get rich from this hard work.
...Making Salt in Thailand (CLICK HERE)...
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April 9 - 2005 Fireworks in Bangkok
We enjoyed the Fireworks during Loy Kratong at Oriental Hotel last year. Spectacular Fireworks with an intensity you can not imagine. You will have to be there. As usual we took pictures...
...Fireworks in Bangkok (CLICK HERE)...
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April 5 - 2005 Pictures of People in Thailand
This is the first picture series of People in Thailand. More will follow.
Thai people are behaving natural and beautiful. Watching them play and have fun at the beach is really spectacular. See some pictures taken at beach in March. Have a look...
...People I, Pictures of people in Thailand (CLICK HERE)...
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March 27 - 2005 Pictures from the roads in Thailand
Driving car in Thailand and specially Bangkok is challenging. The traffic is always busy and you never know when a motor bike jumps in front of you or is coming on the wrong side of the road. The pictures from the road is taken while driving and are therefore not of best quality. But thanks to a very good camera which can take a picture in a spit second, it works. Have a look...
...From Roads in Thailand (CLICK HERE)...
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March 19 - 2005 The Norwegian Mountains between Bergen and Oslo
We traveled between Bergen and Oslo last summer. The Norwegian mountains are quite spectacular and beautiful. The roads bring you from the deep fjords to the glacier area. We had very nice weather during the trip and took many pictures. Here are some..
...Norwegian Mountains (CLICK HERE)...
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March 13 - 2005 The Alpes in Switzerland
We had a very nice trip along the Alpes in Switzerland in February. The train trip from Geneva to Zurich is worth while to take. The trains and tracks in Switzerland are of excellent quality. We could enjoy the scenery sitting high up in the second floor train coach. All pictures taken and shown here are taken in about 100 km/h speed. The quality is therefore not 100 %.
...The Alpes in Switzerland (CLICK HERE)...
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March 6 - 2005 A Gekko in Bangkok
I had an unusual travel companion in my car the other week. A Gekko decided to join me on a free ride down Sukhumvit Road on the front screen. I was able to do some close up pictures while driving...
...Gekko in Bangkok (CLICK HERE)...
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February 21 - 2005: Zurich city in Switzerland
We visited Zurich last month. We were lucky to have Anneli Carlzon to show us around in the city. It is a charming city with a lot of old buildings and great architecture. We have posted quite a lot of pictures. We hope you will enjoy them...
...Zurich City (CLICK HERE)...
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February 10 - 2005: Dogs in Thailand
If you travel in Thailand, you will notice that there are a lot of dogs. Many of them are taken care of by the people. They feed them if they can. But many do not have a master and a owner and in some areas there are too many dogs. But the Thai culture does not allow to kill or wipe out the animals easily as we would think they should. The dogs might be a unlucky friend or relatives from former live...
However, here are some pictures taken in 10 minutes on in an area where there are many dogs... They are beautiful or what??
...Dogs in Thailand (CLICK HERE)...
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February 6 - 2005: Loy Kratong at Oriental Hotel (Nov-2004)
We spent a weekend there.....Mama Mia that was not cheap! We enjoyed the marvelous Loy Kratong with its charm and beauty at the hotel by the river. The hotel Oriental offers luxurious rooms and excellent service. Please enjoy the pictures...
...Loy Kratong at Oriental (CLICK HERE)...
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January 27 - 2004: Thais on the Beach
The Beaches are a real big asset for Tourism in Thailand. Now after the Tsunami, it will still be The Attraction in Thailand. Not only the Farangs and Tourists enjoy and love the beautiful beaches in Thailand. The Thais themselves have great JOY and FUN when they relax with their friends and family on the Beach...
Please enjoy the pictures...
...Thais on the Beach (CLICK HERE)...
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January 17 - 2004: Ancient City Samutprakarn
The Ancient City of Samutprakarn is another evidence of K. Les's work to preserve Thailands ancient history. He made this big park as a copy of whole Thailand. All areas of Thailand are represented in the park - north - north east - west - south. They all have copies of famous buildings and places from ancient Thai history.
The park is open daily and you can use your car going around. Or simply jump on one of the 'trains' moving people around. The park is BIG, walking would be a too hard exercise in the sun. See our pictures.
...Ancient City Pictures (CLICK HERE)...
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