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Thailand’s Festival Of Lights
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 31/10/2025
» A part of Thai culture for centuries, Loy Krathong will be celebrated on Nov 5 and is based on the lunar calendar ritual of releasing illuminated lotus-shaped floats or krathongs on rivers and waterways. It also pays homage to the water goddess, apart from being a time to reflect, express gratitude and make a wish for good fortune. Guru By Bangkok Post lists a few places to join in the celebrations.
Giant floating balls in Hong Kong a bold message to men
Online Reporters, Published on 24/06/2025
» HONG KONG - A pair of giant inflatable testicles drifting across Victoria Harbour have caused a stir in Hong Kong, but they are there not for mischief, but for a mission.
Sergei Nakariakov joins RBSO for an unmissable concert
Holiday Time, Published on 06/12/2024
» The Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra Foundation, in collaboration with B.Grimm Group Ltd., will present a concert titled “Sergei Nakariakov plays Arutunian’s Trumpet Concerto” at 7:30 pm on Saturday, 14 December 2024 at the Thailand Cultural Centre. This concert will begin with Dr. Vanich Potavanich’s Symphonic poem “Rattanakosin (R.E. 146-237),” which aims to describe significant events of King Rama IX that occurred during R.E. 146-137 of the Rattanakosin period. A number of melodic motives are drawn from impactful national compositions, including King Rama IX’s Candlelight Blue, the Thai national anthem, Thai Royal Barge song, and Vijit Jitrangsan’s Rattanakosin (R.E. 1-145). Dr. Vanich Potavanich is the resident conductor of the RBSO and was awarded by the Ministry of Culture the 2024 Silpathorn Artist Awards.
Ayutthaya after dark
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 28/11/2024
» When the sky is bathed in the glow of twilight, illumination displays will spotlight five historical sites to bring the ancient capital of Ayutthaya back to life as part of Ayutthaya Sundown 2024, which runs until Feb 16. This schedule gives visitors ample free time for weekend sightseeing excursions between 6pm and 9pm.
New feasts for your palate
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 27/11/2024
» Bangkok is a city that never sleeps, at least in the food and beverage department. Blink and you’ll miss another new restaurant opening or a drink launch. Guru By Bangkok Post is making sure that even if you blink, you don’t miss out on the new taste tinglers that are worth mentioning.
Watch the Royal Barge Procession rehearsals
Life, Published on 17/10/2024
» In preparation for the Royal Kathin ceremony, the Royal Thai Navy will conduct a full-dress rehearsal of the Royal Barge Procession on Oct 22. From 3-6pm, visitors can watch the training run along the banks of the Chao Praya River from the Rama VIII Bridge to Wat Arun.
A majestic display
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 25/07/2024
» In the afternoon sun, a fleet of four exquisite royal barges -- Suphannahong, Narayana Song Suban King Rama IX, Anantanagaraj and Anekajatbhujonga -- are moored at the Thonburi Naval Dockyard as 240 oarsmen train in preparation for the Royal Kathin (robe offering) ritual scheduled to take place in October.
Royal Barge Procession rehearsals underway
Life, Post Reporters, Published on 18/07/2024
» As the Royal Thai Navy gears up for the Royal Kathin (robe offering) ceremony, scheduled for Oct 27, people can watch rehearsals of the Royal Barge procession from now until October.
Discover romance in these places
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 10/02/2024
» There are many ways to express your love for someone. Guru By Bangkok Post has compiled 50+ of them.
Black and white reminiscences
Life, Chairat Chongvattanakij, Published on 05/02/2024
» Everybody in the room held their breath.