john luke Posted June 26, 2021 Author Share Posted June 26, 2021 A message from Kiss Food and Drink. Work at The Base Menu at Beefeater Steak House p At the top of a narrow Soi. N Good Price for masks. Vaccine Arrangements. A translation here would be good. Queen Victoria open for business. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john luke Posted June 26, 2021 Author Share Posted June 26, 2021 Beach Road around 1930 today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krapow Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 Nice to see one or two girls ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KWA Posted June 27, 2021 Share Posted June 27, 2021 On 6/26/2021 at 9:01 AM, john luke said: A translation here would be good. From tomorrow until Friday (9:00am - 3:00pm) sign up for Sinovac with copies of your ID Card and House Registration Book. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john luke Posted June 27, 2021 Author Share Posted June 27, 2021 A few from this afternoon. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john luke Posted June 27, 2021 Author Share Posted June 27, 2021 Does someone know something? The only lights in the Soi. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john luke Posted June 28, 2021 Author Share Posted June 28, 2021 On 6/24/2021 at 12:26 AM, Krapow said: Few pics of the girls wouldn't have me complaining, just saying Be careful what you ask for?🤤 3 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krapow Posted June 28, 2021 Share Posted June 28, 2021 6 hours ago, john luke said: Be careful what you ask for?🤤 Girls i said 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john luke Posted June 28, 2021 Author Share Posted June 28, 2021 An afternoon at Oceon Marina. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john luke Posted June 29, 2021 Author Share Posted June 29, 2021 I normally keep well away from political and social issues on the forum, however I was quite surprised this morning when I came across this food handout. I spoke to the two German gents who appeared to be managing the event and they advised that it took place every day at 0800 hours. I am aware that @tommy dee made a collection and participated in a similar event, but that was during the mid part of last year and I assumed arrangements had been put in hand to avoid the need for free food handouts. I will not comment further but leave the thread for members to view and consider. As a matter of policy I do not normally take photographs of homeless or deprived people, however I decided that this merited an exception. I did not go out of my way to look for rough sleepers, I just came across the three I photographed. Please feel free to comment but bear in mind forum rules, particularly rule 17 which is reproduced below. Prohibited Subjects: Rule 17 -Thailand Government and Police Services. Posts showing disrespect or a negative sentiment towards the Thai Authorities and Institutions are specifically prohibited. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john luke Posted June 29, 2021 Author Share Posted June 29, 2021 From this morning's walk. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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john luke Posted July 2, 2021 Author Share Posted July 2, 2021 Sanctuary of Truth The Sanctuary of Truth is perhaps the most iconic structure in Pattaya. Intricately carved entirely from teak wood, the awe-inspiring 105-metre-tall hall on the headland to the north of Wongamat Beach is a one-of-a-kind structure in the whole world. Neither temple nor palace, despite looking like a hybrid of both, it was commissioned by a local business tycoon to act as a place of appreciation for philosophy, art, culture and faith, without being tied to a single religion. The sanctuary is perhaps best described as a monument to Thai craftsmanship, with its stunningly detailed carvings of elephants, people and scenes, creatures and deities from mythology. They pay homage to and are a reflection of the Ancient Vision of Earth, Ancient Knowledge and Eastern Philosophy and they adorn every single surface – both inside and out – of the building. They are also a reflection of the fleeting nature and ceaseless toil of human existence because none of the wood is treated or protected from the elements, meaning that older parts gradually succumb to the rigours of the weather and climate and need to be replaced. The construction of the sanctuary, which began in 1981, is an on-going, never-ending task (Above from Pattaya by Hotels.com.) 1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john luke Posted July 2, 2021 Author Share Posted July 2, 2021 Yesterday I visited the Sanctuary of Truth. I appreciate it is not everyone's cup of tea, however it is what it is. The link below is to a new thread I have created. https://www.thailand-247.com/topic/4526-sanctuary-of-truth-01072021/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chappo Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 love the love tunnel that was put up for valentines ... still there - will be getting up the christmas decorations soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lantern Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 Truly awe inspiring place. Done it a couple of times over the years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misteregg Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 Nice to see you John. Lovely photos 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freee!! Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 1 hour ago, Lantern said: Truly awe inspiring place. Done it a couple of times over the years. Same here, plan to do it again next time I am in the neighbourhood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krapow Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 1 hour ago, misteregg said: Nice to see you John. Lovely photos Great to see you back, well and posting! 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john1000 Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 On 6/24/2021 at 4:35 AM, john luke said: Beach Road around 0800 this morning. The Harrys Bakery Stall is only five minutes walk from my place. Great shots especially the bird pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john luke Posted July 2, 2021 Author Share Posted July 2, 2021 Walking Street is certainly not ready for the mass influx of tourists. Some pictures of the overhead electrical wires being replaced. There must be a danger with so many coiled and closely running electrical wires. Last pictures suggest some drainage work too. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freee!! Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 16 minutes ago, john luke said: Walking Street is certainly not ready for the mass influx of tourists. Some pictures of the overhead electrical wires being replaced. There must be a danger with so many coiled and closely running electrical wires. Last pictures suggest some drainage work too. I see a Thai style accident waiting to happen, electrical wires in the drainage to remove them from overhead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john luke Posted July 3, 2021 Author Share Posted July 3, 2021 This afternoon's photographs are not of great artistic or creative value. What I would suggest they do show is that Pattaya is quiet, fewer people than normal, but it is not deserted. Shops, massage parlours and cafes/coffe shops are open; most bars are closed due to the alcohol sales ban, however more and more bars seem to be open, certainly entertaining customers and purporting to sell soft drinks and coffee. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boydeste Posted July 3, 2021 Share Posted July 3, 2021 ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ It cracks me up that they are wearing a mask on a bike with no helmet. 1 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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