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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.
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.
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.
Grand parade for arrival of Lord Buddha’s tooth
Gary Boyle, Published on 19/11/2024
» The government will organise a grand parade for the arrival of Lord Buddha's tooth, on loan from China, in Bangkok on Dec 4.
Grand parade for arrival of Lord Buddha’s tooth
Post Reporters, Published on 18/11/2024
» The government will organise a grand parade for the arrival of Lord Buddha's tooth, on loan from China, in Bangkok on Dec 4.
‘Tooth of Buddha’ set for display
Post Reporters, Published on 29/10/2024
» The government is inviting people to pay homage to a tooth said to belong to the Lord Buddha, which will be brought to Thailand from the Lingguang Temple in Beijing from Dec 4 to Feb 14.
Nakhon Phanom marks end of Buddhist Lent
Life, Published on 10/10/2024
» The Mekong River will shine as part of the annual Illuminated Boat Procession Festival in Nakhon Phanom, from today until Oct 18, marking the end of Buddhist Lent.
Royal passion for military matters
News, Published on 05/07/2024
» When His Royal Highness Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn ascended to the throne, he became the ex-officio head of the armed forces -- the army, the navy and the air force -- as stipulated by the constitution and royal tradition.
Mark Visakha Bucha Day in Sukhothai
Life, Published on 16/05/2024
» To commemorate Visakha Bucha Day, worshippers and tourists in the ancient town of Sukhothai are welcome to gather at Wat Chang Lom and participate in the wian thian ceremony between May 21 and 22 to mark the birth, enlightenment and death of Lord Buddha.