Some photos at last! (Tim)
Ok, finally I've managed to hook my camera up to a computer and so at last there are some viewable photos of our trip so far. There are only a couple here because it takes a long time to upload them, but at least its a start. I'm afraid they are not in chronological order, but I will do my best to explain them.
Me and Ryan eating battered fish on a floating restaurant we visited with Prayad the night before we left Minburi and headed to Kanchanaburi. Many large catfish swam around the lake just outside the restaurant and if you threw any scraps over the edge, the whole surface moved for an instant as the food was consumed. There is one photo that makes them look exactly like piranhas.
The piranhas/catfish.
A Chinese style Buddha statue we found at the entrance to a cave, particularly noticeable for its scaryness.
An elephant we found in the markets after crossing the bridge over the River Kwai. We bought some bananas and cucumbers from the owner to feed to it. This one was nowhere near as large as the huge ones we rode on our jungle trek.
Sunset on the River Kwai, from outside our raft room. I took this one..I was quite proud.
Another shot from outside our River Kwai raft room, with some mountains in the background, and Ryan and Shaun on the pier.
Pryad, Shaun and Ryan on the small jetty leading to the fish restaurant. You can't really see much of the lake in this shot, but it's a good photo of the guys.
Our Japanese companion on the jungle trek, Yusaki. Whilst staying with the mountain tribe in the evening, a few of the locals came and played us some music. Here, they are trying to teach Yusaki how to play their harp/guitar-like instrument.
Our accommodation whilst staying in the jungle - wooden huts constructed over a hill. It was an amazing place to stay, but difficult to capture on camera. Also, surprisingly comfortable to sleep in.
An amusing photo of Ryan looking like he is about to fall off of his elephant. Me and Shaun were riding on the one behind, and Yusaki was behind us. You really don't realise how large and absolutely hugely powerful elephants are until you have to get on one. It's amazing a living thing so large can exist.
The floating markets of Ratchaburi, taken from an overlooking bridge. Market stalls line the river banks, and many boats bearing fresh fruits and Thai cuisine glide up and down the river.
Another photo of sunet on the River Kwai. On this one a floating disco boat can be seen.
Me and Ryan eating battered fish on a floating restaurant we visited with Prayad the night before we left Minburi and headed to Kanchanaburi. Many large catfish swam around the lake just outside the restaurant and if you threw any scraps over the edge, the whole surface moved for an instant as the food was consumed. There is one photo that makes them look exactly like piranhas.
The piranhas/catfish.
A Chinese style Buddha statue we found at the entrance to a cave, particularly noticeable for its scaryness.
An elephant we found in the markets after crossing the bridge over the River Kwai. We bought some bananas and cucumbers from the owner to feed to it. This one was nowhere near as large as the huge ones we rode on our jungle trek.
Sunset on the River Kwai, from outside our raft room. I took this one..I was quite proud.
Another shot from outside our River Kwai raft room, with some mountains in the background, and Ryan and Shaun on the pier.
Pryad, Shaun and Ryan on the small jetty leading to the fish restaurant. You can't really see much of the lake in this shot, but it's a good photo of the guys.
Our Japanese companion on the jungle trek, Yusaki. Whilst staying with the mountain tribe in the evening, a few of the locals came and played us some music. Here, they are trying to teach Yusaki how to play their harp/guitar-like instrument.
Our accommodation whilst staying in the jungle - wooden huts constructed over a hill. It was an amazing place to stay, but difficult to capture on camera. Also, surprisingly comfortable to sleep in.
An amusing photo of Ryan looking like he is about to fall off of his elephant. Me and Shaun were riding on the one behind, and Yusaki was behind us. You really don't realise how large and absolutely hugely powerful elephants are until you have to get on one. It's amazing a living thing so large can exist.
The floating markets of Ratchaburi, taken from an overlooking bridge. Market stalls line the river banks, and many boats bearing fresh fruits and Thai cuisine glide up and down the river.
Another photo of sunet on the River Kwai. On this one a floating disco boat can be seen.
posted by Timmy at Saturday, March 25, 2006
6 Comments:
Sounds like you are having a wonderful time. Hope you get better soon Tim. We enjoyed looking at the photos and are very jealous (me,ilse in particular)of the elephant riding! Can't wait to read your next blog.
Photos look brilliant. Nice to see evidence of the places you have seen. Look forward to next episode.
Yo Tim
Nice to c some photos
looks like u ppl are having fun there
hehe looks like that one local is stoned hehehe
and are u sure u know what u are eating ?!?
BoX
I am so envious. It looks like you are having a fantastic time. Where's the tan?
Believe it or not my Mum's got me into this blogging Malarchy!!
Looking forward to your next exploits.
Take Care
Lisa
xxx
Oh my god, just seeing a picture of you shaun makes me miss you so much. you look good god dammit!
Nan and I are following,and marking your itinery on the map
Go for it and absorb the experience. Good luck. Grandad.
31 March,2006 21:04
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