Political protest turns riot in Bangkok, Thailand. At the end of the day over 30 major locations were set a blazed simultaneously including the largest shopping mall in Thailand. These are some of the incidents

It was near midnight on Tuesday, tanks had rolled up to Bangkok's Government House and the monsoons ...more

were drenching the crowds. But the mood was remarkably festive.

Welcome to democracy, Thai style. Late on Tuesday evening, a military spokesman announced on Thai TV that the armed forces had taken over Bangkok and surrounding areas and was declaring martial law.

Academy Fantasia week5
Theme: Animal

Amazing showcase of fireworks, many shown here have won international accolades. I'd like to call them Designers' fireworks.

A spectacular precession along the ChaoPhraya River, thru the heart of Bangkok in celebration of the 60th year of coronation to the greatest King of Thailand.
For historically inclined:
http://www.thailandmuseum.com/thaimuseum_eng/royalbarges/history.html

A grand but peaceful political rally to oust the Prime Minister (Thailand). Hundreds of thousand lit candles pleaing the King for a royally appointed government. (night of 25/3/06)

An international spectacular showcase of amazing kites from Australia, China, Cambodia, France, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Sweden, Thailand, USA, Vietnam.

Beckham, Ronaldo, Zidane, Carlos, Bravo, and the whole enchilada played Thai national team. Result? Who really cares....