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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.
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Pita had no chance
Oped, Postbag, Published on 15/07/2023
» Re: "Thai elections without democracy", (Opinion, July 14).
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The grandeur of Sukhothai
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 15/06/2023
» While the majority of visitors arriving in Sukhothai head straight to Sukhothai and Si Satchanalai Historical Parks, which were added to the list of the Unesco World Heritage Sites in 1999, this lower northern town itself provides a variety of local delights for those wanting to experience slow life, local wisdom and the splendour of nature.
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From past to present
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 24/11/2022
» On a Saturday morning, I strolled through a maze of narrow lanes in quest of a simple brunch at Bang Namphueng Floating Market, located in the Thai-Mon community of Bang Krachao. This was my second visit in two years and this time it was merely a stopover on my way to Samut Prakan.
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Ambitious zoo plans unfold
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 28/07/2022
» His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua has granted the deed for a 300-rai plot in the Rangsit Khlong Hok area of Pathum Thani's Thanya Buri district, to be used for the new zoo which will replace the 80-year-old Dusit Zoo in Bangkok.
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Where nature and fantasy collide
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 16/12/2021
» In the early morning, I awoke to a stunning vista of Cha-am beach set against azure skies. It was a bright day to unwind and soak in the splendour of nature by taking a deep breath of fresh air, perfect for my first hiking trip after working from home for two years. This was like a challenge to put my physical abilities to the test.
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Explore the unique charms of Phetchaburi
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 09/12/2021
» As the winter breeze blew in, it was the ideal day for a young man to be ordained. A group of monks were reciting prayers and the temple grounds were busy with local pilgrims when I arrived at Wat Yai Suwannaram in the coastal town of Phetchaburi. Although the place had come back to life, the ordination ceremony was held without a colourful procession or music band, according to disease control measures.
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Lessons of history
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 13/10/2021
» After decades of military authoritarianism, student demonstrators in Bangkok began to call for the restoration of constitutional rule and a return to democracy. In the face of the challenge, the entrenched generals refused to negotiate and arrested the protest leaders, claiming they were influenced by communism. It paved the way for the popular uprising of Oct 14, 1973.
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Covid fatigue
News, Postbag, Published on 23/08/2021
» Re: "Virus cases pass 1 million", (BP, Aug 21).
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HM admits to some sad days
Gary Boyle, Published on 14/12/2020
» His Majesty the King conceded he has felt sad at some points in his life but has managed to carry on with the goal of working for the people.
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