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The historic South
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 14/07/2016
» The South of Thailand is much more than just sea, sand and sun. It holds historical and archaeological significance. Several cultural landmarks in Phatthalung, Nakhon Si Thammarat and Surat Thani provinces are overlooked by most visitors despite their historical importance. Some of them have been restored and recently introduced by the Fine Arts Department in order to promote public awareness of their value.
Lent Celebrations
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 14/07/2016
» To celebrate the start of Buddhist Lent on July 20, Buddhists nationwide have organised ceremonies which mirror their faith and local traditions.
Millennia-old cultural hub
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 09/06/2016
» Many museums make visitors feel like they are travelling back in time through the display of ancient artefacts. The Sap Champa Museum in Lop Buri is one of them since it not only tells of local history but also has ruins of a millennia-old city and a centuries-old forest next door.
Drum fest in Lamphun
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 09/06/2016
» From June 9-11, the "Lanna Drum And International Drum Festival" will be held from 8am-10pm, around the statue of Khru Ba Sri Wichai, a revered monk, at the foot of the hill near Wat Doi Ti in Muang, Lamphun.
Siam tulips in the Northeast
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 16/06/2016
» Until Sept 30, dok krachiao, or the Siam tulip, is in full bloom amid the sea of mist in Pa Hin Ngam National Park, Chaiyaphum province.
A natural paradise of Japan
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 23/06/2016
» Covering approximately 9,187km² and spanning 600km from north to south (from the mainland to Yoronijima Island), Kagoshima is the 10th-largest of all 47 prefectures in Japan. From west to east, there are numerous islands. The climate conditions vary from the snow-capped Isa City to the tropical-like Amami Island. Flora and fauna are abundant there.
Free food fest
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 23/06/2016
» On July 1, the public and private sectors of Samut Songkhram province will host the "Town Opening And Free Food Eating Festival", from 4.30pm under the Wat Phuang Malai Bridge in Ban Prok, Muang district.
Legacy of early man
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 30/06/2016
» Visiting museums in Thailand is no longer dull since several museums have been renovated and well-presented. Since its big improvement late last year, the 128-year-old National Museum Bangkok regularly comes up with rotating exhibitions. The latest is the ongoing "Early Man Of Our Land" exhibition, which will be held until Aug 21 at Issaravinitchai Throne Hall.
Santol Festival in Lop Buri
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 30/06/2016
» From July 6-20, the "25th Sweet Santol And Good Products Of Lop Buri Festival" will take place in front of Muang Lop Buri district office with the aim to promote local fruit and agro-tourism and create public awareness for the conservation of agricultural resources.
Eco-tours in Saraburi
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 26/05/2016
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)'s Lop Buri Office and tourism business operators in Saraburi's Muak Lek district and Lop Buri's Phatthana Nikhom and Tha Luang districts are promoting eco and historical tourism.