Experimental Wind farms

The first blog posted here was on the stretch of salt farms between Samut Sakhon and Samut Songkhran provinces. This is a view from the restaurant I frequented when passing through.














In recent times, there are several wind turbines installed here. Quite a contrast seeing the new alongside the old. Renewable energy always catch my attention.














Another cluster of smaller turbines in the vicinity.














Unfortunately, I hardly see them spin whenever passing through! Seem they have yet to prove their usefulness over the traditional wind mills!

Hua Hin Hills Vineyard

When I first came to know of vineyards in Thailand, my first reaction was "Wow, Thailand seems to have it all!" There are several vineyards in Khao Yai Valley, about 3 hrs drive north-east of Bangkok. But further south in Hua Hin area? You got to believe it, there is one around - Hua Hin Hills Vineyard, some 40KM west of Hua Hin.

Somebody marked the way there from Hua Hin on Google maps.

View Hua Hin Hills Vineyard in a larger map


Greeted by "The Sala", a restaurant perched on a hill top as one arrives.














The red potted plants add some color to the entrance, contrasting with the scenic backdrop.














I like the view of curve roof and high entrance into the restaurant.














Great view as one walks in.














Seating with open views to go with the food and wines.














Thai wine to go with Thai appetizers...














The property spreads over 560 acres!














A lovely afternoon here with a cool breeze...





















Living the moments here..





















Nice panoramic shots with my Sony Nex-5