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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A dragon dance troupe climbs the 316 steps up the Wat Saket chedi hill during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A dragon dance troupe climbs the 316 steps up the Wat Saket chedi hill during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Buddhist monks in the chedi at Wat Saket during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A man dances on Chakkaphatdi Phong Street in front of Wat Saket during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A monket statue looks over money donated to Wat Saket at the Wat Saket Temple Fair in Bangkok. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Monks pray during the red cloth ceremony at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Monks walk to the top of Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount, for the red cloth ceremony. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.  PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A man prays at the Wat Saket Temple Fair in Bangkok. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A man prays during the red cloth ceremony at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A woman makes merit by throwing an offering of flower petals during the red cloth ceremony at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People pray during the red cloth ceremony at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People carry the red cloth around the chedi during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A performance troupe that combines dance and acrobatics perform during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People donate money to Chinese dancers during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People carry the red cloth that will be placed around the chedi at Wat Saket during the parade marking the start of the temple's annual fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: The full moon rises over Bangkok during the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People ring prayer bells at the Wat Saket temple fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A Brahmin priest blesses people during the red cloth ceremony at the top of Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Ferris wheel on the midway at the Wat Saket temple fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A food vendor sells Thai snacks at the Wat Saket Temple Fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A woman floats a candle to make merit at the Wat Saket temple fair in Bangkok. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  People walk around the chedi, which is covered in a red cloth at the Wat Saket temple fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  People make merit by donating rice to Wat Saket during the annual temple fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People pick up fruit and flowers that have been blessed during the red cloth ceremony at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People pray during the red cloth ceremony at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People pray during the red cloth ceremony at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A woman prays and makes merit during the red cloth ceremony at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People pick up fresh fruit that has been placed during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People pray at the base of the chedi during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People pray at the base of the chedi during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A performance troupe that combines dance and acrobatics perform during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Traditional dancers get ready to perform in the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A vendor sells inflatable toys at the Wat Saket temple fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A woman floats a candle to make merit at the Wat Saket temple fair in Bangkok. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: The old historic part of Bangkok as seen from the top of Wat Saket during the annual temple fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Children ride a Ferris wheel at  Wat Saket during the annual temple fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Thai Boy Scouts pray during the red cloth ceremony at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A Brahmin priest blesses people during the red cloth ceremony at the top of Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People pray during the red cloth ceremony at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.  PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A woman prays and makes merit during the red cloth ceremony at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 21 NOVEMBER 2015 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A monk talks to a group of people in a quiet part of Wat Saket at the Wat Saket temple fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Chinese style dragon dancers perform on Chakkaphatdi Phong Street during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People carry the red cloth that will be around the chedi down Chakkaphatdi Phong Street during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A woman prays during the red cloth ceremony at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 21 NOVEMBER 2015 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A monk annoints people at the Wat Saket temple fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People pray at the base of the chedi during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Brahmin priests carry the red cloth that will  around the chedi at Wat Saket during the parade marking the start of the temple's annual fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A performance troupe that combines dance and acrobatics perform during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Traditional Thai musicians perform on Boriphat Street during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: An elderly man jokes with Chinese traditional dancers during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: An elderly man jokes with Chinese traditional dancers during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A woman dances on Chakkaphatdi Phong Street during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.  PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People carry the red cloth that will be placed around the chedi at Wat Saket during the parade marking the start of the temple's annual fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A youngster plays a lottery like game at the Wat Saket temple fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Ferris wheel on the midway at the Wat Saket temple fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  People make merit by donating rice to Wat Saket during the annual temple fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People make merit by donating rice to Wat Saket during the annual temple fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.  PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A statue of a cobra guards a statue of the baby Buddha at Wat Saket in Bangkok. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A woman writes a prayer on a red cloth that will be wrapped around the chedi at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount, during the red cloth ceremony. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Monks pray during the red cloth ceremony at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A woman prays and makes merit during the red cloth ceremony at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 21 NOVEMBER 2015 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A monk annoints people at the Wat Saket temple fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People pray at the base of the chedi during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Traditional Thai dancers perform on Boriphat Street during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Thai university students march down Bamrung Muang Street during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Chinese lion dancers perform at sunrise on Bamrung Muang Street during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Chinese style dragon dancers perform on Chakkaphatdi Phong Street during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People carry the red cloth that will be placed around the chedi at Wat Saket during the parade marking the start of the temple's annual fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Ferris wheel on the midway at the Wat Saket temple fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Children sells candies at the Wat Saket Temple Fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A monk blesses people Wat Saket during the annual temple fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  People pray during the red cloth ceremony at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Monks wrap the chedi at the top of Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount, during the red cloth ceremony. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Monks wrap the chedi at the top of Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount, during the red cloth ceremony. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A monk carries the red cloth that will be used to wrap the chedi at the top of Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount, during the red cloth ceremony. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Monks pray during the red cloth ceremony at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 21 NOVEMBER 2015 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A vendor who sells inflatable toys at the Wat Saket temple fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 21 NOVEMBER 2015 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A woman and her daughter donate 20Baht (about $0.60 US) at the Wat Saket temple fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 NOVEMBER 2015 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Dancers at Wat Saket during the procession marking the start of the temple's annual fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 NOVEMBER 2015 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Men in traditional Brahmin priests outfits  spool out a red cloth with prayers written on it at the start of the Wat Saket annual temple annual fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 NOVEMBER 2015 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A red cloth is dropped over the chedi at Wat Saket marking the start of the temple's annual fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 NOVEMBER 2015 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Buddhist monks lead a procession up Wat Saket during the parade marking the start of the temple's annual fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A high school marching band performs on Bamrung Muang Street during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People pray at the base of the chedi during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People pray at the base of the chedi during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People carry the red cloth that will be around the chedi up the hill to the chedi during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People carry the red cloth that will be around the chedi up the hill to the chedi during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Chinese style dragon dancers perform on Chakkaphatdi Phong Street during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Chinese dragon dancers perform on Bamrung Muang Street during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Traditional dancers on Chakkaphatdi Phong Street during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.  PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Chinese style dragon dancers perform on Chakkaphatdi Phong Street during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People carry the red cloth that will be placed around the chedi at Wat Saket during the parade marking the start of the temple's annual fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People pick up fruit and flowers that have been blessed during the red cloth ceremony at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People pray during the red cloth ceremony at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  The hands of a praying monk during the red cloth ceremony at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Monks pray during the red cloth ceremony at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A woman prays and makes merit during the red cloth ceremony at Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 15 NOVEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A monk prays at the top of Wat Saket, also called the Golden Mount, during the red cloth ceremony. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high, which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s during the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. A  red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the chedi at the top of  Golden Mount during the weeks leading up to the Thai holy day of Loy Krathong, which is November 22 this year.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 21 NOVEMBER 2015 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People pray at the Wat Saket temple fair. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 30 OCTOBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Traditional Thai dancers perform on Boriphat Street during the parade marking the start of the annual temple fair at Wat Saket. Wat Saket is on a man-made hill in the historic section of Bangkok. The temple has golden spire that is 260 feet high which was the highest point in Bangkok for more than 100 years. The temple construction began in the 1800s in the reign of King Rama III and was completed in the reign of King Rama IV. The annual temple fair is held on the 12th lunar month, for nine days around the November full moon. During the fair a red cloth (reminiscent of a monk's robe) is placed around the Golden Mount while the temple grounds hosts Thai traditional theatre, food stalls and traditional shows.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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