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A new haunt


About six weekends ago I took Cj and myself to an art and culture centre right in the heart of Bangkok. It was basically to introduce the little guy to his country's (one of many) showcases of arts and culture, both local and international.

Mid-section of the entire building seen from all floors: it's where visitors find info on arts and cultural shows, announcements or schedules of opera, ballet, concerts, lectures, fashion, international artists presentations, film festivals

Black and white photos of the Thai monarchs' travels abroad as well as of visits to Thailand by other heads of states
Thai jewelry from the olden times

*sigh* I'm no photographer; can't get rid of the flash. Anyhow, if you noticed the reflection, they're of edifices around the area of Thailand's top university, Chulalongkorn

Masks. Kindly bear with the orb.
Cj's fave: the revolving three-headed elephant

These are a few of what we have seen. The place is 25,000 sq. m. and has 2 basements and 11 stories. We've only just begun exploring, and I'm sooo loving it already. Those replicas of strange but beautiful architecture from around the world are a visual feast. And I haven't hung out yet in the library (heaven!).

We haven't been to the galleries on the 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th floors. The first time we visited there was a violin concert on the 7th floor; but Cj wanted to spend time on the Woman & Mother gallery (this kid's got some fixation on boobs). And guess what's the best thing about all these -- except for the shops, restaurants and cafes, everything else is free.

~Our Weekend Memoirs is brought to you by Ebie and Arlene~
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Inday said…
Thai is one of those colourful cultures in Asia!

Beautiful captures and I think there is something in the camera setting that we both need to work on.

am just being impatient... with mine.
25 October 2009 at 08:26
Willa said…
A trip to museum is always fun and I wish all kids have all the chance to do so. The museum you visited is so beautiful!
25 October 2009 at 09:00
MsRay said…
Beautiful! I am reminded of my trip to Thailand several years ago.
25 October 2009 at 09:48
Ebie said…
This is one huge building! I would concentrate in everything that glitter! My weakness, the gold jewelries!
25 October 2009 at 10:08
Indrani said…
I could not see this place, I am glad I got glimpses here in your blog. Bangkok is a beautiful city. If luck permits I will visit Thailand again. :)
25 October 2009 at 11:11
EJ said…
I love the three headed elephant and the masks!
25 October 2009 at 14:58
ryliej said…
Wow what a great experience for you and CJ sis...
25 October 2009 at 14:58
Anonymous said…
Those are just stunning photos and what a place to visit. A fixation on boobs..too funny :)
25 October 2009 at 15:26
Hazel said…
Wahahaha Thom, you notice everything. I knew you would LOL!
25 October 2009 at 17:58
Anya said…
Its amazing Hazel
I wish I could see it with my on eyes !!!
To far for visiting a museum ;)
LOL
25 October 2009 at 22:24
Chris said…
wow, nice post.. love it! wish to see and travel there someday!
26 October 2009 at 11:42
Arlene said…
Am interested of the jewelries. they don't look ancient. hehehe

Been to a museum last Sunday too and it's a nice thing to know more the roots of a place.

My entry is some of the photos i took in the summit, zel!

P Tuesday!
27 October 2009 at 09:51
sleigh beds said…
All photos are very nice and i like most the Three headed Elephant.
27 October 2009 at 11:45
anti-wrinkle injection therapy said…
A trip to museum is always fun and I wish all kids have all the chance to do so. I love all these things. The museum you visited is very beautiful.
27 October 2009 at 12:32
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