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The flora of Laos
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 13/09/2018
» Located on the west side of the Mekong River opposite the Lao heritage town Luang Prabang is Pha Tad Ke Botanical Garden. Opened around a year ago, the garden collects Lao plant species with the aim to conserve Laos' rich biodiversity and traditional ethnobotanical knowledge. It showcases a series of ethnobotanical gardens as well as clusters of ginger, orchids, ferns, bamboo and palms around the base of the Pha Tad Ke cliff overlooking the river.
Journey into antiquity
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 22/06/2017
» Not many people know that Phaya Mangrai, a great warrior king, had founded a few other cities before establishing Nopburi Sri Nakhon Ping (the present-day Chiang Mai) as the centre of the Lanna Empire. Evidence is clear in the cases of the Chiang Saen and Wiang Kum Kam ancient cities in Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai respectively. Traces of another ancient city, Fang, have been found in the forms of city walls, pottery and an inscription. The new discovery holds historical significance and is hoped to attract cultural tourists.
Lent celebration
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 08/06/2017
» On July 8, the Lat Chado Municipality in Phak Hai district, Ayutthaya province, will host a candle procession on the Lat Chado Canal to mark the start of Buddhist lent.
Flower fest in the North
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 29/12/2016
» Until Jan 31, the "Chiang Rai Flower Festival And Music In The Park" takes place at Mae Fah Luang Art and Cultural Park. The event is held by Chiang Rai provincial authorities and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)'s Chiang Rai Office.
New adventures in Loei
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 02/06/2016
» Loei is one of the 12 provinces chosen by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) as must-sees. With mountains in various shapes and its location by the Mekong River, this Northeastern province boasts beautiful, natural attractions, which are different from those in the other Northeastern provinces.
Orchid Fest in Samsen
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 12/11/2015
» From Nov 20 to Dec 13, the Museum of Floral Culture in Dusit district, Bangkok, will host the 2nd annual floral festival called the "Winter Vanda Orchids Festival" to celebrate the 60th birthday of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn.
Boat racing in the Northeast
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 22/10/2015
» From Saturday until Oct 27, Thailand and Laos will host an annual boat race on the Mekong River in front of Indochina market in Muang district, Mukdahan province.
Home of the Iron Man of Laos
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 05/03/2015
» When tourists go to the Unesco World Heritage site of Luang Prabang in Laos, many immediately think of the Buddhist temples and simple, yet beautiful way of life. This city also has some beautiful examples of French colonial and Lao vernacular architecture, like the Royal Palace Museum and old palaces like Villa Santi and Xiengkeo Palace.
Drunk on a shot of history
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 27/11/2014
» A visit to the House of Mekhong in Pathum Thani, a museum on the famous Thai distilled spirit, does not necessarily promote the consumption of alcohol. It is also a way to learn about local history and culture. There, visitors can learn about the history, stories and heritage of the first mass-produced Thai whiskey.
Tak Bat Kanom Khrok ceremony
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 21/08/2014
» On Sept 1, the Tak Bat Kanom Khrok ceremony will be performed by Buddhists from 7am to 2.30pm at Wat Kaen Chan Charoen in Bang Khonthi district, Samut Songkhram province.