eyebee Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 Took a couple of pics in Big C in Pattaya the other day. These are things you would only see in Thailand. If you've got pics of a similar nature, please post them here. The first is a sign seen on the underside of a toilet seat. And the second, I am quite flabbergasted by - in plain view in the outside area of Big C - would be illegal in many countries I reckon. As I said, if you've got any more, post 'em here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soutpeel Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 Took a couple of pics in Big C in Pattaya the other day. These are things you would only see in Thailand. If you've got pics of a similar nature, please post them here.The first is a sign seen on the underside of a toilet seat. And the second, I am quite flabbergasted by - in plain view in the outside area of Big C - would be illegal in many countries I reckon. As I said, if you've got any more, post 'em here! And why would the second photo be illegal in many countries ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eyebee Posted January 20, 2009 Author Share Posted January 20, 2009 And why would the second photo be illegal in many countries ??? Well the Robertson's Golly has been removed from jars of Robertson's Jam in the UK as it was deemed to be racist. If that were racist then this depiction of a "Little Black S*mbo", is clearly racist too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PoorSucker Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 Once I saw a sign "do not stand on toiletseat" fortunately it was in only in English Here's some more from my private archive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkkjames Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 I have a mop at home that is called "Black Man" even has a depiction / graphic of what he should look like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soutpeel Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 And why would the second photo be illegal in many countries ??? Well the Robertson's Golly has been removed from jars of Robertson's Jam in the UK as it was deemed to be racist. If that were racist then this depiction of a "Little Black S*mbo", is clearly racist too. Who said its a depiction of a "Little Black S*mbo".....could be a depiction of an Isaan rice farmer during Songkran...Only you are reading the racist connotation into the photo... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuian Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 (edited) Toothpaste formerly named "Darkie" changed to "Darlie" Darky, or darkie, is a racist term formerly used primarily in the United States and Britain to refer to black people. The package featured an image said to have been inspired by an Al Jolson performance, that of a wide-eyed, smiling dark-skinned Black male wearing a top hat, monocle and bowtie. Because of the contrast with very dark skin, it was a common perception that the teeth of people of African descent were exceptionally white.The evolution of Darkie/Darlie Toothpaste Due to changing sensibilities regarding race and racism and efforts by certain interest groups, blatantly racist branding practices common in earlier decades began to end in the 1950s. In much the same way the tobacco brand name Nigger Hair had become Bigger Hare, the name of the toothpaste was changed in English-speaking markets to "Darlie" after the 1985 acquisition. Along with the name change, the image on the packaging was altered to reflect a less stereotypical, more contemporary one in much the same way the trademark character for Aunt Jemima pancake mix evolved over time. Source: In Germany a brand of chocolates made in my home town had a "black man", the "Sarotti-Moor", more some sort of cartoon pic, carried a tray, This traditional German brand is only known in its home market. Due to political correctness the moor hasn't been carrying a tray anymore since 2004. Poster: However there other unusual sights too.... Note: "Beautiful Hostages"! Edited January 20, 2009 by Samuian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJAN Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 And why would the second photo be illegal in many countries ??? Well the Robertson's Golly has been removed from jars of Robertson's Jam in the UK as it was deemed to be racist. If that were racist then this depiction of a "Little Black S*mbo", is clearly racist too. Yes in the UK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSingh Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 I have a mop at home that is called "Black Man" even has a depiction / graphic of what he should look like. Yeah, i've got one of those at Home too... Ok, i've got one, how about, a Father balancing his 6 - 9 months old Baby Boy/Girl with a Towel wrapped around it, on the Petrol Tank of his Chopper Motor Bike & Riding off with it there ?? No Camera on me at the time unfortunately.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kan Win Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 These are things you would only see in Thailand. Me photos:- From Lop Buri Wat Phra That, Doi Suthep, yes, inside the famous Temple The road to Kan Wong side of the road (normal on these roads BTW) in Kan Massage anyone Hua Hin Says it all really (BKK) and for "Samuian" at the base of "The Big Buddha" and my last two Kan only be found in Kanchanaburi me all time favourite Yours truly Kan Win Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackBeach Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 (edited) Pattaya - obviously... Long Gun/Soi Cowboy - a few years back, dunno she's still there? Surat Thani Airport Pattaya ...and my all time favorite: Pattaya Edited January 20, 2009 by BlackBeach Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave2 Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 how about two spirit house cleaners that wash all the figures inside and put them back then move to the next one ! some job eh ! dave2 : ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetsetBkk Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 (edited) I have a mop at home that is called "Black Man" even has a depiction / graphic of what he should look like. Does the black guy remind you of anybody?... Edited January 20, 2009 by JetsetBkk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClaytonSeymour Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 I have a mop at home that is called "Black Man" even has a depiction / graphic of what he should look like. Does the black guy remind you of anybody?... I guess there's something of a resemblance. One of the in-laws neighbours has three lawn jockeys acquired from the US (daughter married & living in the US). I was actually surprised that you can still buy them over there. I haven't got a photo, but if you google 'lawn jockey', I'm sure you'll get the idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
susquosh Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 Is photographing the underside of toilet seats purely a hobby? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eggomaniac Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 (edited) This was to keep fat people out of the swimming pool. Edited January 20, 2009 by eggomaniac Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eggomaniac Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 Ever been to the Suriaj Hospital Forensics Museum? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClaytonSeymour Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 Ever been to the Suriaj Hospital Forensics Museum? Several times. Last time I was stopped from using the camera, but not before I'd taken a few snaps and a video to boot. On the video you can here the pleasant young lady request - excuse me, no photo sir. I've actually got quite a few snaps from my visits there, unfortunately, the best ones aren't digital. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CroBiker Posted January 21, 2009 Share Posted January 21, 2009 (edited) Edited January 21, 2009 by CroBiker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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BigSnake Posted January 21, 2009 Share Posted January 21, 2009 Took a couple of pics in Big C in Pattaya the other day. These are things you would only see in Thailand. If you've got pics of a similar nature, please post them here.The first is a sign seen on the underside of a toilet seat. And the second, I am quite flabbergasted by - in plain view in the outside area of Big C - would be illegal in many countries I reckon. As I said, if you've got any more, post 'em here! Seem many of these over my long stay in Thailand, however; I must admit I am a bit jealous of the toilet seat sign, not because I would want to use the toilet like this, but because I could not do it in my wildest dream. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Master Chief Posted January 21, 2009 Share Posted January 21, 2009 Nice ride in Patong, ice delivey truck. Check out the door lock rope, inventive! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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divndave Posted January 21, 2009 Share Posted January 21, 2009 Some older ones I had Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaihome Posted January 21, 2009 Share Posted January 21, 2009 Thread should be called things you probably would not see in the West, but most are hardly unique to Thailand. For Old China Hands, there are many such photos that have been in circulation for years, many are much more funny. Unfortunately I cannot find any of the old e-mails I used to get. TH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAWP Posted January 21, 2009 Share Posted January 21, 2009 Long Gun/Soi Cowboy - a few years back, dunno she's still there? I'm afraid to guess...so what is her purpose there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackBeach Posted January 21, 2009 Share Posted January 21, 2009 (edited) Long Gun/Soi Cowboy - a few years back, dunno she's still there? I'm afraid to guess...so what is her purpose there? Don't be... When she wasn't knitting she was folding toilet paper into small pieces of Thai art Edited January 21, 2009 by BlackBeach Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ourmaninbangers Posted January 21, 2009 Share Posted January 21, 2009 the one I like best is the thai embassy home page in UK it said " to enter the kingdom of thailand you must have a criminal conviction"! that said it all.... there is no need to anyone to make fun when such treasures like this abound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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