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  Rock of ages

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 14/02/2019

  » The name Ang Sila (rock pond) has long rung a bell for almost every Thai household for its high-quality granite mortars. Nowadays, this tambon in Chon Buri has fewer rocks for the production of this kind of kitchen tool. Nonetheless, the community is still an interesting attraction with old temples, markets, fishing villages and the beach.

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  Drawing on Thainess

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 03/12/2018

  » One day in August, the month of National Mother's Day, Chusit Wijarnjoragij was given one of the most challenging tasks in his life: to be the key visual artist for the 2018 Miss Universe pageant taking place in Thailand. He started working right away, his brain and hands moved fast, putting flowers and stars on paper while the main theme music of the contest was played in his home studio.

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  Making the most of the land

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 05/12/2018

  » King Bhumibol Adulyadej passed away in October 2016 and left behind countless legacies for his people, including over 4,000 royal projects. To keep the royal principles and practices going -- especially the sufficiency-economy philosophy -- a group of more than 20 academics, led by Asst Prof Phichet Sowitthayasakun of King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL), is establishing the Institute of Sufficiency Economy Philosophy (ISEP) to teach "the King's principles".

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  Pieces of silver

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 11/12/2018

  » One of Bangkok's grandest villas, once the private residence of princes, will be open to the public on Dec 15 and 16 for the "Unique Silver And Nielloware Exhibition At Chakrabongse House". As the name suggests, the exhibition features a stunning collection of silver and nielloware, as part of the release of a new book celebrating Thailand's rich heritage in these crafts. This is also a rare opportunity to visit the magnificent riverside villa of Chakrabongse House, opposite Wat Pho.

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  Beauty and the beasts

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 07/11/2018

  » Once upon a time, not long before the Siamese Revolution, there was a princess who was born in a palace but had to leave home, and who lived happily ever after as an artist in a faraway land.

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  Chanthaburi's other gems

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 08/11/2018

  » One morning during the rainy season, around 30 adventure seekers could be seen tying used tyres together. They then took these out on a raft to install them as "homes for fish" in Ban Bang Sa Kao in Chanthaburi's Laem Sing district on the Gulf of Thailand.

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  Cities of silk and elephants

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 22/11/2018

  » Surin, a northeastern province, is home to the largest number of domesticated elephants in Thailand and hosts the "Surin Elephant Round-Up" every third week of November. Nonetheless, tourists can expect things other than the annual elephant festival, particularly on the newly introduced route called BuRin, abbreviated from Buri Ram and Surin. The route, being promoted by the Department of Tourism under a homestay-standardisation project, emphasises the local ways of life related to elephant-raising, silk-weaving, basketry and cultural diversity.

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  The khon spectacle is merrier than ever

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 20/11/2018

  » The Support Foundation's annual khon performance never fails to entertain its audience. This year's instalment is a hugely enjoyable production of The Allegiance Of Phiphek episode from the Ramakien. The acting, dancing, costumes and props are as impressive as ever. And while the production may be restricted to a slightly more economical setting, this has been compensated for with funnier dialogue, including plenty of satirical gags riffing on current events.

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  Artistic vibes

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 04/10/2018

  » Old Town Central is one of the oldest yet chic districts in Hong Kong where East meets West in the aspect of history, art and culture. It is a food and shopping paradise for those who look for street food, teas, traditional medicines, books, antiques and art. The newly-opened Tai Kwun Centre for Heritage and Arts is a popular destination for both locals and tourists along with the street art and boutiques on Hollywood Street and art galleries at PMQ, a cluster of former police flats on Aberdeen Street.

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  A place of gold

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 11/10/2018

  » When people talk about Prachuap Khiri Khan, they mostly think about Hua Hin, the century-old resort town with the 5km-long sandy beach, or the famous Phraya Nakhon Cave in Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park. Not many are interested in the Bang Saphan and Thap Sakae districts, which have been promoting community tourism. Bang Saphan has long been well-known for gold ore and black rattan basketry, while Thap Sakae is home to pristine beaches, waterfalls and forests.

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