Bangkok Chao Phraya - Thailand
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Bangkok Chao Phraya - Thailand
Bangkok Chao Phraya - Thailand - Chao Phraya River houses along river front, and the many boat and barge dwellers. Unloading rice barges by basketsful. Date: 1952
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1952 Bangkok Barge Barges Chao Dwellers Rice Thailand Unloading Phraya
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the bustling scene along the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, Thailand, in 1952. The iconic river, a lifeline for the city and its people, is dotted with colorful houses built on stilts, their reflections shimmering on the water's surface. The serene riverfront is in stark contrast to the frenetic activity taking place on the water. Barges laden with rice, a staple crop in Thailand, are being unloaded by boat dwellers using large woven baskets. The labor-intensive process involves lowering the baskets into the water, filling them with rice grains, and then hoisting them up to the waiting boats. The scene is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the local community, who have adapted to the unique challenges of living and working on the water. The photograph transports us back to the 1950s, a time when life in Bangkok was less urbanized and more connected to the rhythms of the river. The simple pleasures of everyday life, such as the sight of a mother and child watching the unloading process from the riverbank, add to the charm of this timeless image. The Chao Phraya River continues to be an integral part of Bangkok's identity, and this photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into its rich history and the lives of those who call it home.
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