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Krabi's hidden wonder
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 07/04/2015
» Krabi's reputation as a tourist destination on the Andaman coast needs no promotion. But apart from its famous beaches and islands, the province has several important archaeological sites, including the oldest site in Thailand and Asia, the Lang Rongrien Rockshelter. A recent Fine Arts Department trip to Krabi revealed the significance of these archaeological sites as well as man's impact on them.
Heroes' Days in Ang Thong
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 12/03/2015
» From March 25-28, Ang Thong province's Wiset Chai Chan district will host the "Tribute to Wiset Chai Chan Heroes" Fair at the monument of Nai Dok-Nai Thong Kaew in tambon Pai Cham Sil.
Chinese New Year around Thailand
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 12/02/2015
» From Feb 12-28, colourful Chinese New Year festivities will take place at different venues in Bangkok and 11 other cities nationwide.
Winter fair in Phetchaburi
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 18/12/2014
» From Dec 26 to Dec 28, a winter fair will be held at Mrigadayavan Palace in Phetchaburi province from 8am-6pm. Visitors can enjoy the beauty of King Rama VI's former palace and view the "Three Royal Ladies Of Siam" exhibition on the lives and work of that king's mother, Queen Saovabha Phongsri, his only child Princess Bejraratana Rajsuda and one of his consorts Phra Nang Chao Suvadhana. The display shows reproductions of their jewellery, antiques and photos. In addition, there will be cultural performances, traditional Thai and contemporary music, delicacies and high tea. Admission fees are 30 baht for adults and 15 baht for children.
A mountain palace
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 18/12/2014
» Anyone travelling to the south of Thailand by car or bus must have noticed a palace atop a mountain at the entrance of Phetchaburi town along Phetkasem Road. Many Thais know this place as Khao Wang, but not all of them have visited the summer palace of King Rama IV, or King Mongkut, and even known its full name, Phra Nakhon Khiri.
A place of royal vessels
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 07/08/2014
» This popular verse of an ancient Thai poem on the royal barge procession crosses our mind when we step into the National Museum of Royal Barges in Thon Buri and see a royal barge with the figurehead of a mythical swan. The Suphannahong Royal Barge is one of the eight stunning royal barges on display along with objects used in the procession.
Buddhist Lent celebrations nationwide
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 10/07/2014
» To mark the start of Buddhist Lent on Saturday, Buddhists nationwide have organised special celebrations that also reflect local traditions and beliefs. Here are jus some of the celebrations this year:
Precious Ratchaburi
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 26/06/2014
» Located on both sides of the Mae Klong river 105km southwest of Bangkok, Ratchaburi province is not only famous for water jars with dragon images and its Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, but also a must-see for culture vultures. It holds archaeological and historical significance as home to prehistoric civilisations dating back to about 12,000 years ago and also for being part of Dvaravati culture from the 6th to 11th centuries.
Creating a renaissance
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 21/04/2014
» Throughout an hour spent in the Traditional Thai Art room of the National Gallery, we saw only a few Western tourists walking in and around the stunning red Western-style room to admire several of Thailand’s masterpieces. Within 10 or 15 minutes, those visitors left, then it was very quiet at the “Louvre of Thailand”, the Kingdom’s only state-run museum of art with the largest collection of traditional and contemporary artworks.
Seek New Year blessings
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 02/01/2014
» To seek blessings for the New Year, Buddhists are encouraged to visit temples located on and around Rattanakosin Island and the Chao Phraya River within one day anytime in the first month of the year.