This is the Maeklong Railway Market in Thailand, arguably the most fascinating train in the world. Sometimes spelled “Mae Klong” or “Meklong”, it’s all the same small town. Believe it or not, the Maeklong Railway runs right through the middle of a busy market multiple times per day! You see some strange, weird and wonderful… READ MORE >
Erawan Museum, Samut Prakan
Even though the Erawan Museum is in Samut Prakan don’t let that put you off, because it’s very easy to get to from Bangkok and is only a short bus or taxi ride from Bearing BTS (skytrain) station. The museum is known because it has a gigantic 3-headed elephant perched on an equally large pedestal…. READ MORE >
Bangkok Day Trips: Ko Kret Island & Market
Ko Kret (also Koh Kret) is an island in the Chao Phraya River that’s around 25 km from Bangkok in the neighboring province of Nonthaburi. The island has existed since 1722 when a canal was constructed to create a shortcut passed a bend in the river. There aren’t any cars on the island, so it’s… READ MORE >
Wat Kai, Ayutthaya – A Hell Temple & A Monkey Temple
We’ve visited a few quirky and weird temples in the last few years, but Wat Kai (or Wat Gai) has become my new favorite. This is because it’s a combination of a hell temple and a monkey temple. The ‘hell’ part is pretty gruesome and feels like you’ve landed on the set of a horror… READ MORE >
Vegetarian Food In Ayutthaya
We only spent a couple days in Ayutthaya, so didn’t get a chance to visit all the vegetarian restaurants here. But we did find two good ones. Click here to book a great hotel in Ayutthaya. Jay Restaurant at Khlong Makharm Riang Road Our favorite was the Jay Restaurant at Khlong Makharm Riang Road. This restaurant… READ MORE >