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Gazing skyward
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 08/11/2016
» There are signs of winter here in Thailand: slightly cool breezes in the evening and clear skies. Now is a good time for stargazing.
Robson, Vidic to star at Man U fan party
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 07/10/2016
» The #ILOVEUNITED fan event is finally coming to Thailand after the global series of Manchester United's fan party was launched in China earlier this month. Set to take place on Oct 23 at CentralWorld with a live screening of the match against Chelsea, this will be the first large-scale Manchester United fan party of the season in the country.
Nourishing Buddhism
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 09/09/2016
» In mid-September, the northern province of Lamphun is holding a very colourful ceremony.
Getting their goat
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 23/08/2016
» Every morning, Dolrawee Phatarakulwimon is busy milking his goats. A computer programmer by training, Dolrawee first started his goat farming as a hobby, which he says helps him relax from his stressful job. But soon he found out that the baying creatures can make money for him as well.
Treat mum and travel
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 10/08/2016
» August is also a special month for Thailand's tourism sector as it celebrates HM the Queen's birthday as well as National Mother's Day which falls this Friday. There are various offers, especially for lady travellers, so if you are planning a trip together with your mum, this can be a good deal.
A trip through 'Little Osaka'
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 09/06/2016
» Signs with Japanese characters can be seen on any corner, at general post offices, mini-marts, bars and little restaurants. Red paper lanterns are hung in lines outside shops decorated in Japanese style. Mother and son walk on the footpath, and, until they come closer, their Japanese conversation in soft voices make me think I may be displaced.
Wedded to Peranakan culture
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 08/06/2016
» From June 18-19, Peranakan culture is being revived in Phuket when the Tourism Authority of Thailand and local bodies organise the Baba Wedding Festival in the heart of the province's old town.
Monkeying around with murals
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 27/04/2016
» Train passengers travelling up to the north of Thailand may notice some changes when they pass through Lop Buri. Well known as the home of monkeys, the town now interests passers-by with its stunning murals that mirror the town's relationship with the primate.
Not just water, water everywhere
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 05/04/2016
» The one good thing about Songkran, which is celebrated next week, is that Bangkok will be less congested, as people leave the city for greener pastures.
Stunning sights for Thailand's starry, starry nights
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 03/03/2016
» Two major astronomical phenomena will be seen in the skies above Thailand this month, so it's time for stargazers to get their equipment and cameras ready.