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Revisiting the original Bangkok
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 31/07/2014
» Thon Buri, the portion of Bangkok lying on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River, is widely known for its scenic waterways, historic temples, diverse culture and many culinary delicacies. A study, carried out by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration’s Department of City Planning in 2012, listed 452 Buddhist temples in the capital, including 211 in Thon Buri. A self-designed walking trip, inspired by a trip led by culture expert Chulapassorn Panomvan Na Ayudhya, allowed us to explore six temples in the Thon Buri district of Bangkok Noi, most of which are in a sub-district called Bang Khun Non.
Travel insurance available to tourists
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 31/07/2014
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in conjunction with four local insurance companies will offer online travel insurance to encourage international tourism in Thailand.
Come sail away
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 31/07/2014
» Far away, waves are forming, foaming white at their crests. This indicates that a big gust of wind is coming. Finally, it arrives. The sail catches it. Ropes tighten fiercely. The boat leans to one side and cruises forward against the wind.
Package tours by train & bike
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 31/07/2014
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand, State Railway of Thailand and three tourism associations have teamed up to stimulate travel by train through the country’s central region and promote sales of One Tambon One Product (Otop) goods in the process. Here are details of three forthcoming organised trips: