Photographs tell the truth. But not necessarily the whole truth. As anyone who has spent time in Bangkok will know, it's not uncommon to find people begging. Often they adopt a prostrate position for long periods of time, presumably trying to invoke greater compassion in those passing by. It's distressing and confronting to most visitors. But it's not the whole story. More…
Looking for something different for when you visit Bangkok? How about an afternoon riding a bicycle through parts of the city you didn't know existed? It's fun and interesting and not as scary as it might sound (if you've been to Bangkok and seen the traffic then you know what I mean). More…