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The charm of Songkran
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 11/04/2024
» After being listed as a Unesco Intangible Cultural Heritage late last year, Songkran is gaining momentum in drawing tourists to Thailand. In an attempt to boost tourism, Thai New Year celebrations get under way today and will last until April 17 in various places.
Explore the unique charms of Phetchaburi
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 09/12/2021
» As the winter breeze blew in, it was the ideal day for a young man to be ordained. A group of monks were reciting prayers and the temple grounds were busy with local pilgrims when I arrived at Wat Yai Suwannaram in the coastal town of Phetchaburi. Although the place had come back to life, the ordination ceremony was held without a colourful procession or music band, according to disease control measures.
Rediscovered splendour
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 25/11/2021
» On a sunny day, I spent about 50 minutes riding the Airport Rail Link and taking advantage of the extension of the MRT Purple Line to travel from Bangkok's eastern suburb to the old town of Nonthaburi in the northwest.
From Singora to Songkhla
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 21/09/2020
» Formerly known as Singora, the southern province of Songkhla was once a thriving marine trading hub. Thanks to the Songkhla (Old Town) Creative District project, the region has once again sprung back to life and is giving both locals and holidaymakers the opportunity to explore its rich history.
A sip of Thailand abroad
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 16/07/2020
» Despite the wave of several leading Japanese cafes setting up shop in Bangkok, the popular Chiang Mai-based coffee house Akha Ama has made its way to Tokyo, opening its first overseas branch in the capital earlier this month.
Grace and grandeur
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 21/11/2019
» With his arrival on Wednesday, Pope Francis is interweaving a bridge of love and cordiality during his first visit to Thailand where Buddhists, Christians and Muslims have been living in harmony for centuries.