Pride of Thailand
After the floating market, Ake was kind enough to again include that was not in the original plans. He insisted that no tourist should leave the country without seeing the teak handicraft of the land. He spoke with passion about the teak trade and how many contractors have make great deals here. All bigger items were sent to land of order in good condition.
When we reached the place, there were already many earlier visitors all keen to watch the great craftsmen at work. This place reminded us of a previous trip to Bali which is also a teak haven to many aspiring new homemakers and contractors. Ake was pretty sure that the teak center would be a good place to source material.
Beautiful pieces at display and for sale.
We were told that this piece took 2 years to complete; I am not too sure how many were at it at one time.
This is a group pride.
The design is so intricate.
How do you like the bar?
Anything goes here; art is immaculate.
Many will find these pieces for tropical homes; but has the trend changed now?
So you can install this in your garden?
Further expressions of art; copper tooling?
The Thais have this to remind school goers about the need to be immersed in their studies. Chairs with books as their stands.
The salt plains
On the way back to the city, we saw kilometers of salt plains. The city being closed to the seas is able to encroach into another agricultural venture; drawing salt from the seas. Though a cheap commodity, it is essential for taste and survival. Imagine a world saltless. Nothing is right. Salt is important to everyday living. Thailand has plenty of it for local use, export and industrial use.
Some makeshift shacks are dotted along the way for transaction; just like the strawberry shacks you find along the highways of European countries.
Back to the city and the Menam Chao Praya is a reminder to all of its role in the survival of the capital.
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