Upon entering the grounds of the Royal Palace, we are pleasantly surprised to find less hustle and bustle than in the Grand Palace in Bangkok. It reminds us of the good old days, when there were not yet such big tourist crowds in Asia. You still have a quiet moment for the visit and you […]
Temple of Literature – Hanoi
The Temple of Literature is an oasis of peace away from the heavy traffic which is ubiquitous in Hanoi. Thánh Tông, the third emperor of the Lý dynasty (Lý Nhật Tôn), built it in 1070 as the first educational institution for the sons of the mandarin and gifted persons. Please watch the 4K UHD video!!! […]
Arrival in Hanoi – Vietnam
Upon our arrival in Hanoi, we were picked up at the airport. Via a wide well-developed highway we drive towards the city center. The flat land of the delta is partial only 1 to 3 m above the sea-level. Therefore it is heavily endangered by the climate change. Already since the 11th century one built […]
Wat Phra Kaeo and Grand Palace – Bangkok
About 20 years ago we visited the Grand Palace with the associated Wat Phra Kaeo for the first time. At that time it was still a leisurely walk through the complex and one could undisturbed take pictures. Today enormous crowds flock on the courts and through the corridors and halls, so it is no longer […]
Wat Pho – Bangkok
Wat Pho in Bangkok is the first in the list of six first class Royal temples. A first class Royal temple classifies a temple, which was built or restored by the king. Although Wat Pho is not the most sacred temple in Bangkok, it is the most famous and most popular among tourists, because it […]
Arrival in Bangkok and Navalai River Resort
Arrival in Bangkok In the early early morning, Bangkok welcomes us with the pouring rain, but this has no influence on the high temperatures. We quickly get to know the enormous dimensions of the Suvarnabhumi International Airport. Endless conveyor belts and countless people shape the everyday life here. Please watch the 4K UHD video You […]