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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.
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.
The best day trips
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 28/12/2023
» As the Dragon takes over from the Rabbit, certain folks would much rather stay home over the holidays and watch TV than deal with crowds outside. However, families may be searching for places to take in the festive mood.
Traditional textiles and temple tours
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 28/09/2023
» A one-hour drive from downtown Sukhothai to Si Satchanalai district, the Suntree Thai Weaving Center is a place where a group of local skilful weavers gather to work on old wood looms that are all set up in the middle of the green courtyard.
A melting pot
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 30/03/2023
» Late in the morning, my caffeine-dependent friends and I made a pit stop at the newly opened Pua Tobacco Barn Café & Eatery to refuel before leaving the popular town of Pua, close to the Xienghone-Hongsa special economic zone between Nan and Laos.
Options abound for pilgrims
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 29/12/2022
» It's time to say goodbye to 2022, and doing good deeds to bring in the New Year seems to be the norm. Those who are staying in Bangkok can benefit from this rare opportunity to have a peaceful vacation while most leave the capital.
Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 17/02/2022
» It was a relaxing evening when I wandered down the pristine Wong Amat beach. The Sun sank over North Pattaya's horizon and the azure skies began to turn pink and orange as a brisk sea wind swept through. This looked to be a reward for vacationers staying at Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya.
A different side of the green lung
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 13/05/2021
» Last summer, I dreamed of a fun cycling tour and taking in the fresh air while boarding a ferry from Wat Bangna Nok to Bang Kachao in Samut Prakan, which has long been a popular cycling route among local and foreign tourists to explore Bangkok's "green lung".
Laughter a tonic for success
News, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 22/03/2021
» Despite a drastic decline in print media consumption, 31-year-old executive Pimpicha Utsahajit has managed to enlarge the Kai Hua Ror cartoon universe from paper to various online platforms. This has provided a great opportunity to expand the reader base during the digital era.
Coping with Covid
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 20/01/2021
» For a month, the new wave of Covid-19 has disrupted Thailand's economic recovery and people's lives. Authorities ordered some businesses and entertainment venues in high-risk areas to close temporarily, resulting in some entrepreneurs and workers losing income or jobs.