• LIFE

  Remembering A Prince Of Art

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 29/04/2019

  » After two years of temporary closure for restoration, Ban Plainern, the residence of the late Prince Narisaranuvattiwongse -- the Great Craftsman of Siam -- is today reopened for a special occasion. Every year, the Naris Foundation and the Chitrabongs family celebrate Naris Day, the prince's birthday, by opening up the residence in Bangkok's Klong Toey district to distinguished guests on April 28 and to the public all day on April 29.

• LIFE

  Master of puppets

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 16/08/2019

  » His heart and mind remain true to aesthetics. His eagle eyes are still sharp, focusing on every detail. National Artist Chakrabhand Posayakrit is 76 years old today. To celebrate, a new exhibition is showcasing the hun krabok (traditional Thai rod puppets), paintings and drawings from his 1989 production of Sam Kok (Romance Of The Three Kingdoms).

• OPINION

  A bittersweet farewell to Life

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 25/02/2019

  » Amid the downturn and lower popularity of mainstream media, as opposed to fast-speed online channels, coupled with the deprivation of press freedom under the junta, it comes as no surprise to see newspapers and magazines ceasing publication.

• LIFE

  Preserving the ancient arts

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 22/10/2018

  » One night in Khanom district of Nakhon Si Thammarat province, 15-year-old Thanawit Kerddam brought out his best in performing a southern folk tale before numerous viewers. He provided the voices to more than 10 nang talung shadow puppets, sang along with fast-paced southern music, and occasionally slipped in jokes and current events. Although the audience from Bangkok did not understand the southern dialect, they felt the characters' emotions as the shadow puppets danced behind the white-cloth screen.

• THAILAND

  The return of royal khon

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 26/09/2018

  » The wait is over for the return of the annual khon masked dance. The much-loved performance by the Foundation for the Promotion of Supplementary Occupations and Related Techniques (Support Foundation) of HM Queen Sirikit under the Reign of King Rama IX will make a comeback at the Thailand Cultural Centre from Nov 3 until Dec 5, this time featuring an episode called The Allegiance Of Phiphek.

• THAILAND

  Pieces of silver

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 11/12/2018

  » One of Bangkok's grandest villas, once the private residence of princes, will be open to the public on Dec 15 and 16 for the "Unique Silver And Nielloware Exhibition At Chakrabongse House". As the name suggests, the exhibition features a stunning collection of silver and nielloware, as part of the release of a new book celebrating Thailand's rich heritage in these crafts. This is also a rare opportunity to visit the magnificent riverside villa of Chakrabongse House, opposite Wat Pho.

• TRAVEL

  Special trains to Phetchaburi

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 28/02/2019

  » Every weekend and official holiday beginning March 2, the State Railway of Thailand (SRT), in collaboration with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Phetchaburi Office, will operate a special train No.911 between Hua Lamphong and Phetchaburi province under the "Sightseeing By Train And Rod Leng In Phetchaburi" programme.

• LIFE

  Royal love for classical music

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 10/12/2019

  » Wearing a denim suit, rock'n'roll-style T-shirt and a black and red checkered hat, Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya, patron of the Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra (RBSO), enthusiastically and gracefully monitored a rehearsal of the recent "Four Royal Orchestral Suites For His Majesty King Rama X" concert. In fact, she diligently monitored every rehearsal of the orchestra in preparation for this historic event.

• TRAVEL

  Away Pranburi Beach Resort

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 25/04/2019

  » Brought under the Away chain in November 2018, this four-star property features 48 guest rooms, suites and villas. Under its theme of nature and simplicity, the place is suitable for those wishing to relax and get away from the bustle of city life. Guests can enjoy cycling and kayaking as well as afternoon tea boat tours.

• LIFE

  A photographer princess

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 16/04/2019

  » Armed with her Leica camera and fixed lens, HRH Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana, the youngest daughter of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun, woke up before sunrise -- at 5am -- and rode a jeep and hot-air balloon in search of the Big Five game animals of Kenya that are hardest to shoot on foot. In tough weather conditions, dusty and humid, she captured moments in the savannahs through still and motion pictures while illustrating her quest in her personal sketchbook. She worked until twilight shed the best lighting. At night, she rested in a tent with no phone signal. This happened every day throughout her five-day journey in Kenya in May 2018.

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