Flower and incense stalls along the street opposite the Erawan Shrine.

Dad looking into the Erawan Shrine, Bangkok

Garlands on the fence at Erawan Shrine, Bangkok

Birds at Erawan Shrine, Bangkok

People can purchase a bird (or birds) and set it (them) free. As the bird goes up into the sky it takes your bad luck and sins with it. It is unbelievable the many people who do this so the bird lady does a big business, one bird at a time.

Erawan Shrine, Bangkok

The four faces of Buddha.

• Face of Peace and Health
• Face of Good Fortune
• Face of Good Relationships
• Face of Protection Against Evil

Erawan Shrine, Bangkok