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A land of salmon and reindeer
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 07/03/2019
» For many tourists, Norway is a dream destination to enjoy glimpses of the midnight Sun in summer or the Northern Lights in winter. In this Scandinavian country which is the inventor of modern salmon farming and the world's top producer of commercial salmon, food enthusiasts can please their palates with a variety of fresh seafood and other arctic delicacies. One of the best places to taste the most delicious fresh and smoked Norwegian salmon is Tromso, a salmon farming destination is Skjervoy.
Rock of ages
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 14/02/2019
» The name Ang Sila (rock pond) has long rung a bell for almost every Thai household for its high-quality granite mortars. Nowadays, this tambon in Chon Buri has fewer rocks for the production of this kind of kitchen tool. Nonetheless, the community is still an interesting attraction with old temples, markets, fishing villages and the beach.
Cities of silk and elephants
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 22/11/2018
» Surin, a northeastern province, is home to the largest number of domesticated elephants in Thailand and hosts the "Surin Elephant Round-Up" every third week of November. Nonetheless, tourists can expect things other than the annual elephant festival, particularly on the newly introduced route called BuRin, abbreviated from Buri Ram and Surin. The route, being promoted by the Department of Tourism under a homestay-standardisation project, emphasises the local ways of life related to elephant-raising, silk-weaving, basketry and cultural diversity.
Chanthaburi's other gems
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 08/11/2018
» One morning during the rainy season, around 30 adventure seekers could be seen tying used tyres together. They then took these out on a raft to install them as "homes for fish" in Ban Bang Sa Kao in Chanthaburi's Laem Sing district on the Gulf of Thailand.
A region of diverse cultures
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 30/08/2018
» After over a decade of unrest in the Deep South, violence occurs less often and authorities hope to attract tourists to some areas where the situation is under control. One of several routes being promoted by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is the Narathiwat-Betong-Pattani route, along which tourists can appreciate beautiful nature and diverse cultures, learn about royal projects and enjoy shopping.
Bangkok by the sea
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 08/02/2018
» If tourists have only a day to spend in the Thai capital and want to relax by the sea, Bang Khun Thian is a nice choice. Bang Khun Thian is a Bangkok district of which a certain part of its shoreline forms part of the Gulf of Thailand. You can enjoy a boat ride, see a mangrove forest along Phitthayalongkorn Canal, visit shrimp and blood cockle farms, and savour tasty yet cheap seafood at a homestay.
Flower fair in the capital
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 18/01/2018
» From Feb 2-4, the "NaiLert Flower & Garden Art Fair", one of Thailand's most prestigious floral events, will take place at the Park of Nai Lert in the heart of Bangkok from 9am-8pm.
Full Moon Festival
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 02/11/2017
» One of Thailand's most popular festivals, Loy Krathong, will be celebrated from tomorrow. This year, the Full Moon of the 12th lunar month falls on Nov 3.
Rollin' down the rivers
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 28/09/2017
» Travelling along the rivers from Samut Sakhon to Samut Songkhram rewards with natural and cultural insights, especially if one makes stops along the way.
Food fair in Hua Hin
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 24/08/2017
» From Aug 25-27, the "Hua Hin Food Festival 2017" will take place at Hua Hin Queen's Park in Hua Hin district, Prachuap Khiri Khan province.