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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.
Decoding the past
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 02/05/2024
» Just as how hieroglyphics on pyramid walls indicate a pictorial writing system in ancient Egypt and how the cuneiform led to the evolution of languages in ancient Middle East, the Ram Khamhaeng Inscription underscores the development of the Thai alphabet during the Sukhothai period. At the National Museum Bangkok, visitors now have a chance to view and learn how to read it.
Trip.com offers free city tours of Shanghai to transit passengers
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 29/04/2024
» In Shanghai, international transit passengers eligible for China's 72-144 hour visa-free policy as well as those holding a 24-hour temporary entry permit can enjoy a new way to kill time as Trip.com is offering free Shanghai Express city tours to visitors who want to experience China's financial and trading hub, a place where East meets West.
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.
A feast for the senses
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 21/03/2024
» The seaside town of Phetchaburi was recognised as a creative city of gastronomy in 2021 and as a result the Phra Nakhon Khiri Festival provides an opportunity for visitors to discover the local culinary scene, history and charming heritage all in one place. This year, the festival returns for its 37th edition and continues until Saturday.
Last chance to enjoy a special sunset in Buri Ram
Life, Published on 07/03/2024
» Today is the last chance for those vacationing in Buri Ram to view dawn through the 15 doors of the ancient Khmer-style stone castle during the Phanom Rung Light Phenomenon. Prasat Hin Phanom Rung was constructed between the 10th and 13th centuries as a devotion to Shiva and replicates his throne hall on Mount Kailash, which serves as the centre of the Hindu universe.
A place of history
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 29/02/2024
» Sometimes, when we take our eyes off the computer, we daydream of lounging by a river and letting the gentle wind caress us. This may be the reason why those looking to satisfy wanderlust but squeezed by time often choose to visit the historic town of Ayutthaya.
Thailand's tourist-free teak town Phrae
South China Morning Post, Published on 27/02/2024
» Phrae, around 550 kilometres (342 miles) north of Bangkok and 200km southeast of Chiang Mai, is a town seemingly lost in time, and almost completely ignored by tourists.
Andalusian dreams
Life, Kong Rithdee, Published on 15/02/2024
» Two Middle Eastern tourists looked excited as they held up a phone to an exquisitely carved arabesque in Nasrid Palace at the Alhambra. No, they're not taking photos. They're comparing the Arabic text on their screen with the 8th century stone calligraphy. I hear them mumble in Arabic -- here's the translation:
Colorful Bangkok Expo starts
Life, Published on 18/01/2024
» From today to Sunday, the Colorful Bangkok Expo is turning Bangkok City Hall's Lan Khon Mueang Townsquare into an entertainment venue to promote creative tourism. It is a collaborative effort between the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, organisations, agencies and cultural networks of artists and designers to create a creative gathering space where people of all ages can come to exchange experiences and share knowledge.