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Turning full circle
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 12/12/2013
» Khun Yuam is a sleepy amphur in Mae Hong Son province that hasn't seen a great deal of excitement since the end of World War II. Right on the border with Myanmar's Shan State is the hamlet of Ban Huay Ton Noon. From there it's only 30km inland to the district capital, also called Khun Yuam, and this was the same route taken for centuries by invading armies, loggers, seasonal farm labourers and merchants carrying goods back and forth on carts drawn by teams of oxen.
Carvings to Amaze
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 10/01/2013
» A stone's throw from the bustle of downtown Chiang Mai stands a hidden gem where masterpieces of wood carving arts are preserved.
Man of conscience
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 12/12/2012
» Museums and art galleries seem the in-thing in Chiang Mai city and a new one, the brainchild of a local resident with long mileage abroad, opening next week is sure to further enliven the art scene for tourists travelling there this festive season.