2025年6月24日星期二

Dragons, Murals & Shadow Puppets – Exploring Photharam, Ratchaburi


In this episode of TravelsWithBert, we explore the fascinating Photharam District in Ratchaburi Province, Thailand. Join us as we visit a gigantic dragon statue that dominates the local skyline, step inside an ancient temple adorned with vivid and timeworn murals, and experience the traditional art of Nang Yai — Thailand’s grand shadow puppet theatre. As always, there's a bit of history, culture, and off-the-beaten-path charm, all through the eyes of Bert, Maxie, and me. #ThailandTravel #Ratchaburi #NangYai #TemplesOfThailand #TravelsWithBert Locations: Mae Khlong 13.694193, 99.847317 Dragon Market 13.695118, 99.848184 Dragon Statue 13.697483, 99.848764 Wat Khongkharam 13.715263, 99.850183 Wat Khanon Nang Yai Museum 13.726255, 99.844321 0:00 Introduction 1:57 Dragon Statue 3:10 Wat Khongkharam 8:08 Wat Khanon Nang Yai Museum 10:04 Nang Yai Demo 11:40 The Wrap

2025年6月9日星期一

Thailand’s 10-Million-Baht Gold Temple! | Wat Phra Sri Arn, Ratchaburi


On this journey, we visit Wat Phra Sri Arn, a hidden gem in Ratchaburi Province, Thailand. This extraordinary temple is best known for its main hall (ubosot) covered in over 10 million baht worth of gold — a dazzling sight that few travelers know about. Join us as we explore the glittering architecture, peaceful surroundings, and local stories behind this remarkable temple. As always, it's Bert the truck, Minnie the drone, and me, Paul, documenting another incredible stop on our travels through Thailand. 👉 If you enjoy off-the-beaten-path temples, golden shrines, and unique destinations, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more adventures from TravelsWithBert. Location: Wat Phra Sri Arn 13.710565, 99.892308 0:00 Introduction 0:53 Gold Temple Tour 2:21 Interior 3:31 Temple Grounds 4:29 The Ancient Temple 5:02 The Wrap