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Sotheby’s postpones auction of Buddhist relics
Published on 08/05/2025
» The jewels are delicate, some just millimetres in length, arranged in intricate patterns of circles and lines. Taken from British-occupied India in 1898, they were discovered alongside bone and ash, said to be the remains of Buddha.
Taliban change tune towards Afghan heritage sites
AFP, Published on 22/04/2025
» GOWARJAN, Afghanistan - In March 2001, the Taliban shocked the world by dynamiting the giant Buddhas of Bamiyan. Two decades later, they are back in power and claim to be making strides to preserve Afghanistan's millennia-old heritage, including pre-Islamic relics.
Policeman saves woman from swarm of attacking bees at famous temple
Published on 14/04/2025
» NAKHON PHANOM: A policeman bravely saved a woman who was attacked by a swarm of bees at a famous Buddhist temple in this northeastern province on Sunday.
Savannakhet pitches ‘pilgrimages’ to Thais
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 15/03/2025
» Savannakhet province in Laos is touting pilgrimage tourism targeting Thai travellers who want to pay respects to the three Buddha relics in both countries.
Newly Opened Thotsamarachan Bridge Gathers Thousands for Historic Celebration
Published on 27/01/2025
» Bangkok witnessed history as the Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT) hosted a grand opening ceremony for the Thotsamarachan Bridge, gathering over 12,000 participants for the “Sky Walk and Run Festive Joy” event. This one-of-a-kind celebration, held before the bridge officially opens to the public on 29 January 2025, united professional runners, health enthusiasts, and citizens in a moment of national pride.
Lanna Buddhist legend merits revival
Oped, Published on 19/12/2024
» When religious pilgrims trek to sacred sites, they reaffirm not only their faith but also their own culture and communities. One example is Spain's ancient route of Santiago de Compostela, which leads to the tomb of St James the Greater, one of the apostles who spread Christianity. It was established more than a thousand years ago, yet this route attracts millions of pilgrims and tourists today. Unesco recognised it as a World Heritage Site in 1985.
Sacred Buddha tooth relic at Sanam Luang from today
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 05/12/2024
» The public is being invited to pay respects to the sacred relic of the Buddha's tooth that has been loaned by China and will be enshrined at Sanam Luang from Thursday till Feb 14, said government spokesman Jirayu Houngsub.
Exploiting the sacred
Postbag, Published on 04/12/2024
» Re: "Buddhism is always oddly political", (Opinion, Nov 29).
Buddhism is always oddly political
Oped, Published on 29/11/2024
» On the upcoming Wednesday, a grand ceremony will be held at Sanam Luang to welcome a sacred tooth relic of the Lord Buddha. China is sending a precious piece of Buddha relics to Thailand for a 72-day procession in celebration of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua's 72nd birthday and the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Thailand. This piece of Buddha's remains, referred to as the "Buddha Tooth Relic from the Lingguang Temple", is arguably one of the most important Buddhist treasures ever discovered in China.
Ayutthaya after dark
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 28/11/2024
» When the sky is bathed in the glow of twilight, illumination displays will spotlight five historical sites to bring the ancient capital of Ayutthaya back to life as part of Ayutthaya Sundown 2024, which runs until Feb 16. This schedule gives visitors ample free time for weekend sightseeing excursions between 6pm and 9pm.