Mountain Retreat Photo

Photographer’s Note

Petchabun is a province to the North of Bangkok. In the south it is flat, rich, rice growing land, (part of the Great Plane of Korat) but to the North West it is mountainous. During the 2nd world war and after, during the communist insurrection, guerillas hid up for years in these mountains. Here, at Wang Pong, a forest temple glistens on a mountainside. It looked a tempting place to visit, but it was too far off the road, up rugged tracks and we didn't have time. Still, I fancy it must be a peaceful and remote place. Maybe I will find time to visit next time.

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Buin (37816) 2009-08-31 9:10

Hallo Kevin!
What a wonderful place, what an intriguing sight! The whole scenery really is fascinating and your photo nearly gives the impression of being there. A picture to marvel at ...
Greetings from still summerly Germany!
Frank

nazirbadar (219) 2009-08-31 10:46

Hello kevin,
beautiful mountains,marvelous place,
and probably a church in such a fantastic location,
I would say its a God's Address.
Excellent composition.
Regards
Nazir

ifege (1855) 2009-09-01 2:38

Beautiful Kevin,
perfect POV making good use of the palm tree with the temple making a stunning focus.
Regards
Ian

siolaw (25782) 2009-09-15 19:57

Hi Kevin
I like the vibrant colors, the sharp details and the well built compo with good use of the coconut tree to frame the left side... The place in itself looks real nice with the beautiful looking temple on the hill...
Greetings from Chiang Mai (i ve just been out to Tachileik in Myanmar for visa renewal and they only give 15 days now if entering Thailand by land...)
Laurent