Bangkok is the craziest place I've visited so far, this city just never sleeps. I can see why it could break you given half the chance.

I decided to relive some memories of my first visit to Bangkok by taking a one-hour private river tour with a visit to the Wat Arun temple, unfortunately, the temple was being restored so I didn't get any pictures. On the way, the boat driver took a detour and almost killing us in the process.

I really enjoyed the detour as I got to see the other side of Bangkok where people live, work and play in what I could only describe as the kind of water you wouldn't want to be exposed to for too long. I really would've loved to have taken a closer look at the river houses.

Just before we turned around to head back for the temple, a small floating shop appeared that was full of souvenirs, food & drinks. The picture above was an elderly lady who was preparing to set sail to earn her living.

If you're looking for a bargain I would definitely recommend the Rot Fai night market, a western themed market that sells absolutely everything, allow plenty of time to look around and don't accept the asking price you will always be able to knock them down on the price.