Monks in training

December 8th 2005
Well, we didn't get the bad guys but at least the drama is over. Today was a very good day, I went to Wat Po which is the oldest temple in Bangkok, had a personal guide show me around and give me the scoop on the whole Buddism vs. Hinduism story. His name is Ton (stood only like 4 feet tall and couldn't have weighed more than 50 pounds) and was 29 years. He was a trained as a monk in his earlie ... read more

Asia » Thailand » Central Thailand » Bangkok

A unified Thai kingdom was established in the mid-14th century. Known as Siam until 1939, Thailand is the only Southeast Asian country never to have been taken over by a European power. A bloodless revolution in 1932 led to a constitutional monarchy.... ... read more

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Brian Berg

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Tell us a bit about yourself... this information will appear on your page. I live in Southwest Florida, and have been fortunate to take some time off and travel to Thailand. Using Frequent Flyer points, the trip should run much less than most. In addition to writing a travel blog, I'll be working a couple hours a day via the net. I don't know how much time I'll have to tend to this journal so unless you are a friend or family member, I won't be responding to your entries. Friends and family, please use the email address I've sent to you. Leaving Fort Myers on November 30th and Returnin... full info

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