Another event held in Pattaya: the annual Burapa Bike Week!
I brought you some impressions:
Pattaya Burapa Bike Week
Kategorie: portrait
Off-road meeting in Rayong
A meeting of off-road enthusiasts was held at the beach near the airport of Rayong. On my bike and down to road i followed the off-roaders to the gathering.
The atmosphere was amazing relaxed. Dozens of off-road vehicles were displayed, from modern equipped to old-timers or military style Jeeps. To my surprise i found lots of Land Rover Defender and Series gathering here too. I got even the chance to sit in one at the beach for a photo.
But of course, it’s not only for show proudly their vehicles and play with them at the beach, but also to have a good time together, listen to the live bands, chatting about off-road stuff and, of course, having a good meal together.
I had a great time with those friendly people and enjoyed a lot. But see yourself…
Last Day in South Korea At Suwon Palace
Midst in the old city lies the Hwaseong Haenggung Palace. Nicely renovated and with beautiful displays of the daily life on the king’s court of an old dynasty. It’s an educational place, not only for day visitors, but also for school classes. So i met a friendly teacher with her pupils, explaining the sundial on a very accurate model in an inner court. After a little chat i stepped outside the palace, where people gathered on a big square and let fly kites in the evening sky. A beautiful, calm atmosphere surrounded me for a last glimpse of these friendly and peaceful folks.
Busan, The South Of South Korea
Just when i arrived Busan i bought a bus ticket to the popular Haeunde Beach with it’s famous beach train. I didn’t take a ride in one of these colorful capsules, but took a walk along the train route.
Later on i took a streched beach walk among many other weekend visitors on the beach. Just to collect some more impressions from the beach life.
South Korea: at the border to North Korea
It was bit hazy, so not ideal for making photos. There was many photo restrictions anyway due the security regulations.
When we enters the DMZ (demilitarized zone) our passports has to be shown, then crossed the bridge to the no-man-land. Not far after, there was the border post to North Korea. The bus passed it very slowly, even stopped for a few seconds, while our tour guide was requesting us to make quickly a pictures since it was actually not to allow to stop here.
We reached a viewpoint and looked over to the border of North Korea. The two nearest border towns on each side put a huge flag post in competition to have the taller one.
There’s also tunnels dug by the North Koreans in order to attack South Korea. The famous Third Tunnel was discovered by South Korea and now open for visit by tourist. An access tunnel leads down to the original tunnel and follows it until 170 meters distance to the actual border. Our guide joked, the South Korean eventually must be happy about it, since the North Korean did all the labour but South Korea makes now money with it.
#throwback Taiwan: Interview with Mama Lucy
My dear friend Lucy asked me for an interview before i left Taiwan.
This is how it went:
Seoul: The Myeong-Dong Night Market
When night falls over Seoul, there’s a popular night market to go at the Seoul district of Myeong-Dong.
South Korea: Namsangol Hanok Village
At the foot of the mountain Namsan with the Seoul Tower is a traditional village located. This Namsangol Hanok Village shows the architecture and daily life in a traditional Korean houses called ‚Hanok‘
Hanbok – South Korea’s Traditional Dresses
Did you noticed the beautiful traditional dresses in my last post? Well, these dresses called Hanbok and are popular for photo shoots at Gyeongbokgung Palace. At the nearby streets they rent it out and offer even make-up and hairstyling services for that occasion.
Friends, couples and families walking dressed up trough the old palace. They’re all in good mood and the scenery feels like a happy, sunny day in the 18th century.
Huge Palace In Seoul: Gyeongbokgung
This Palace from the 14th century is just huge. The many buildings with total 7700 rooms are scattered over a huge area. Big squares and small courtyards, gardens and ponds with pavilions and beautifully decorated roofs and walls are inviting for long strolls. For those are interested of more details of Gyeongbokgung use the link provided, or just enjoy some impressions.
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