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A shared Thai-European past
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 31/03/2016
» One recent sunny day, European Union diplomats and Thai journalists enjoyed a half-day bike ride in the heart of Bangkok to explore some of the many European-influenced places according to the 2016 European Heritage Map and App. This 14km biking trip combines two of the four heritage trails.
Walking trip in Bangkok
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 11/02/2016
» On Saturday, Siam Vision, a cultural group, will lead a walking tour in the heart of Bangkok by the Chao Phraya River from 4.30-8pm.
The two-coloured rivers city
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 21/01/2016
» Widely known as Pak Nam Pho, Nakhon Sawan is a gateway to the North of Thailand. It holds significance in terms of history and culture aside from also being a hub of transportation and trade in the past. Besides its famous Chinese New Year celebrations, this province has hidden treasures, including local museums, a river island and the small town of Chum Saeng for visitors to explore.
For biosafety or business?
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 27/11/2015
» Questions about food safety and stability in Thailand have arisen after the Cabinet on Tuesday approved the draft law on biosafety to legalise and regulate genetically modified organisms (GMOs). If endorsed by the National Legislative Assembly, this draft will become effective a year after being published in the Royal Gazette.
The green side of Hua Hin
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 01/10/2015
» When people talk about Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan, they mostly think about the 5km-long sandy beach, horse riding, the iconic Hua Hin railway station, night and floating markets and theme parks. Not many want to visit natural attractions although this district has the Pa La-u waterfall and abundant forests for visitors to enjoy fresh air and natural beauty. If visitors are lucky, they may spot wild elephants and savour fruits like durian, rambutan and mangosteen grown in the area.
Merit-making in Suphan Buri
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 13/08/2015
» From Aug 31-Sept 4, the "Thing Krajad Suphan Buri 2015" tradition will be held at the City Pillar Shrine in Muang district, Suphan Buri province.
Literary treasures
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 09/07/2015
» The country's almost complete collection of the English and French books of the Rattanakosin period is rare to find. Luckily, these books are on view during the "Rare Book Exhibition of the Bangkok Period from 1782-1910 (King Rama I—King Rama V) from the Collection of ML Manich Jumsai" at the Siam Society, Asok Road, until Saturday.
Ceremony of great merit
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 16/04/2015
» The Isan ceremony Boon Phaves is not known among many people outside the northeast of Thailand. Boon means merit-making and Phaves means Phra Vessantara, the Lord Buddha's most recent previous life, which was devoted to giving. The heart of this ceremony is Thes Mahachart, the delivering of sermons on the theme of "Vessantara Jataka", the life of Phra Vessantara.
The confidant of kings
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 07/04/2014
» He was the sole tutor of two Thai monarchs — King Ananda Mahidol, Rama VIII, and HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej. In Switzerland in 1936, Cleon Seraidaris, a lawyer, started guiding the young King Rama VIII and Prince Bhumibol towards their educational goals. Up until his death in 1997, his close ties and devotion to HM the King and the royal family of Thailand remained strong.
Underwater wedding in Trang
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 06/02/2014
» From Feb 10-12, the "18th Underwater Wedding" will be held off the Trang coast under the concept of "Let your love glitter the world". Bridal couples will visit the Peninsular Botanic Gardens in Trang to plant trees, have lunch at Thumrin Thana Hotel, join a parade in the town, take part in the water-pouring ceremony at Tubthiang Park and attend a pre-wedding dinner, "Kin Niew". At night, the underwater wedding after party will be hosted by Trang Chamber of Commerce and Nok Air with concerts by singers Jo and Kong, Boy Peacemaker and bands ETC and PP Project at the provincial hall.