 People come to relax and think, this man in a paddleboat. |
 This man reflects on the shore of one of the lakes. |
 The city is generally respectfully distant... |
 ...but at times it can be a glaring intrusion. |
 Many young couples come to spend part of their weekend in the park, particularly along the water. |
 Many Bangkok youth have planned their futures together under these trees and along this lakeshore. |
 The park is a place for families, too, for those who want to get out and tramp together... |
 ...and for those who want some rest and peace and a chance for mom and dad to talk while keeping an eye on their son. |
 Many older people are in the park, some enjoying board games like this on the tables and benches spread throughout the park. |
 And some not-so-youngers still play a good game of this sport, like volleyball using only feet and heads. |
 The game of petanque |
 The playground found in every park |
 Some kids make their own fun |
 The park is even a wireless hotspot! |
 In many places the park planners have developed the natural surroundings very tastefully |
 Somehow, though, the combination of stainless steel and terrazo park furniture just doesn't fit the scene |
 Several fountains establish nature's primacy in this part of the city |
 And then there's this statue which looks like the Pillsbury Doughboy on steroids |
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This is a memorial with a plaque dated 1933, commemorating Japanese-Thai friendship. In both cultures the turtle is a sign of longevity and eternity, and the eggs represent the signs of the zodiac. Given the Japanese actions here during World War II, it is a wonder that this memorial still exists. Maybe it was rebuilt? |