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Navigating 'rain bombs'
Life, Patipat Janthong, Published on 17/09/2024
» 'Travelling around is hard, and I'm scared of snakes. Last year, the flood lasted only three days, but this year it's been much longer. Every time it floods, the vegetables I plant die," says Nathanicha Lamai, an 8-year-old second-grader, as she shares her feelings about the flooding that has submerged her home in Sukhothai, caused by the overflowing Yom River.
A town full of history
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 08/06/2023
» It felt as if my eyes and skin were on fire while walking down the new 150m-long skywalk in the sweltering midday sun. It was due to my late arrival in Kanchanaburi, but I decided to stick to my original plan. At least I was rewarded with stunning views of the confluence of the Khwae Yai, Khwae Noi and Mae Klong rivers, set against a backdrop of lush hilly environment and old city walls.
Lop Buri's strategic significance examined
Life, Ploenpote Atthakor, Published on 26/01/2022
» A key archaeological site in Lop Buri's Khok Samrong district, Promtin town epitomises the significance of the central province and its uniqueness as a place where human settlement has continued, from the pre-historic era, for thousands of years. The town is to be the highlight of a seminar to take place on Jan 30, from 9am-12.30pm in Phra Phetracha Room, at Thepsastri Rajabhat University in Lop Buri.
Carrying on the legacy
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 13/09/2021
» Located in front of the Chinatown Rama theatre in Bangkok, Ouan Pochana has sold guay jub (rolled rice noodle soup) for over 50 years. Famous for peppery clear broth, the dish is served with crispy pork belly, internals, egg, and small patonggo (fried dough). It won the Michelin Bib Gourmand award in 2019.
Rainy days & getaways
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 04/06/2020
» Interprovincial travel is now possible, although with restrictions in certain cases. Historical parks and national museums are open. Many beaches are starting to see visitors from different provinces dying for a break from the unprecedented lockdown. Still, it's going to be a long while before tourism reaches the pre-pandemic level.
A royal visit, and ruins restored
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 05/12/2019
» HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej spent much of his 70-year reign travelling the length and breadth of the Kingdom, mainly to learn about the plights of his people and find out how to help them in a sustainable way. At numerous towns and villages, his royal visits are remembered as a major event in local history. Si Satchanalai in Sukhothai province is no exception.
Special celebration
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 10/10/2019
» The iconic religious festival of Samut Prakan's Bang Phli district, the annual Prapheni Rab Bua, is taking place at Wat Bang Phli Yai Nai, a well-known Buddhist temple on the north bank of Samrong canal, from now until Monday. The festival highlights will be tomorrow and Saturday.
Flower power marks end of Buddhist Lent
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 02/10/2019
» To mark the end of the three-month Buddhist Lent, Samut Prakan's Bang Phli Municipality will host the annual Rab Bua (Lotus Receiving) festival on the morning of Oct 12.
Past lives
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 08/04/2019
» Pink canopy tents were erected over two opened pits in a small sugar-apple plantation not far from the Central Mosque, or Masjid Ban Suan, in Muang district of Lop Buri. At first glance, it looked like nobody was here. Then someone emerged from the site. He had a broken piece of clay pot in his hand.
Buddhist Festival
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 14/02/2019
» Until April 5, the annual festival for Buddhists to pay respect to Lord Buddha's footprint, Phra Phutthabat Phluang, takes place in Khao Khitchakut National Park, Khao Khitchakut district of Chanthaburi province. Many people believe that reaching the top of the mountain where the Buddha's footprint is enshrined is a great way of merit making. Those getting to the summit have also proven their perseverance.