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A place where time moves slow
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 08/04/2021
» A double-decker ferry docked at a pier on the bank of the Don Sak River in Surat Thani's Don Sak district, about a 90-minute drive from Surat Thani Airport. The destination was not world-renowned Koh Samui or Koh Phangan but a smaller more low-profile island named Koh Phaluai.
Gearing up for tourists
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 08/03/2018
» After harvesting season, rice farmers in the Northeast hold an annual merit-making ceremony to express gratitude to Mae Phosop (the Goddess of Rice). The farmers bring a portion of their newly harvested rice and pile it up on a temple ground for monks to bless.
A monarch's vision
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 12/10/2017
» More than 30 years ago, the treeless hill of Khao Chi On in Chon Buri was dry and barren. The lack of natural water adversely affected the farmers in Sattahip and Bang Lamung areas. When the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej made royal visits to Wat Yansangwararam, a Buddhist monastery under the royal patronage of the king, he took note of the farmers' misery.
A miniature town
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 08/12/2016
» Stanley MiniVenture, the latest miniature town, will be opened today at Gateway Ekamai shopping mall.
Mekong River landmark
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 22/09/2016
» Nakhon Phanom has launched a new landmark along the Mekong River.
Silk museum opens
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 12/03/2015
» The Cultural Promotion Department has officially opened a Lamphun silk brocade museum at the house of Preechakiat Boonyakiat, an expert in silk pattern designs.