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Thai society's religious diversity celebrated through landmarks, festivals
Life, Published on 15/05/2025
» Although Buddhism is the predominant religion in Thailand, the country is home to people of various faiths, resulting in a society rich in beliefs, ways of life and religious art that reflect cultural and religious pluralism.
Springtime splendour
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 14/03/2024
» As the temperature approaches 40C, Kasetsart University Kamphaeng Saen Campus in Nakhon Pathom evokes the springtime vibe of Ueno Park in Japan as a sea of pink trumpet trees begin to blossom.
Always auspicious
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 16/04/2020
» It will be the quietest celebration for the coming anniversary of Bangkok. The capital will reach its 238th year on April 21. During the past years, the Ministry of Culture hosted traditional performances, light and sound shows and exhibitions to mark the anniversary in various places.
Art from on high
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 25/09/2017
» Exquisitely painted room partitions are an important part of a royal crematorium, considered royal paraphernalia for ceremonies. Their creation is inspired by the literary work Traiphum, which describes the three worlds according to the Buddhist-Bhraman beliefs of the universe, reincarnation, and the rule of karma.
Ancient history
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 02/03/2017
» Two-and-a-half centuries have passed since the fall of the Ayutthaya Kingdom. The old palace and numerous temples are in ruins and it is hard for people to imagine what the architecture and religious art was like in the past. Fortunately, Thailand still has a "living Ayutthaya" in Phetchaburi province.
Historic south
Itsarin Tisantia, Published on 04/10/2016
» The south of Thailand is more than just sea and sand. It also boasts archaeological sites all across the region.
The historic South
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 14/07/2016
» The South of Thailand is much more than just sea, sand and sun. It holds historical and archaeological significance. Several cultural landmarks in Phatthalung, Nakhon Si Thammarat and Surat Thani provinces are overlooked by most visitors despite their historical importance. Some of them have been restored and recently introduced by the Fine Arts Department in order to promote public awareness of their value.
Strolling through time
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 14/04/2016
» Within one kilometre from Bangkok City Hall, there are walking routes that visitors can tour to know more about the cultural heritage of the capital.
Spirits run deep
Life, Kong Rithdee, Published on 14/03/2016
» Downstairs: a vintage Fiat, a vintage Austin Mini, a few Mercedes. Upstairs: a wild museum of spiritual imagery, Brahmin, Buddhism, animism -- tall effigies of leopard-striped hermits and beautiful Buddha statues, talismanic scrolls of occult origins and prints of Khmer calligraphy.
The new Brahmins
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 12/10/2015
» A man dressed in white blew into a conch as if it were a horn. Joss sticks were burning. Heads bowed but people's lips were praying. A screenplay on a golden tray was engulfed in a cloud of white smoke. Surrounding the tray was a feast which included a pig's head, Thai golden desserts, fruit, boiled eggs and seafood.