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Straddling two worlds
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 11/12/2025
» When I visited Istanbul for the first time, I learned a joke from Gocke, my local guide, who goes to work by undersea train every day. "But you can't see anything," she laughed. For her, it takes only four minutes to cross from Asia to Europe, under the Bosphorus Strait that divides the ancient city.
In the abode of tigers
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 05/06/2025
» Jaipur, India's Pink City, is world renowned for its gemstone industry. However, in Jaipur's Nahargarh lurks another one of the subcontinent's gems and its national animal. It is also home to one of India's 58 protected tiger reserves and the majestic Bengal tiger (Panthera tigris tigris), among other animals like Asiatic lions.
Thai society's religious diversity celebrated through landmarks, festivals
Life, Patrapa Premjit and Nattakorn Takam, Published on 15/05/2025
» Although Buddhism is the predominant religion in Thailand, the country is home to people of various faiths, resulting in a society rich in beliefs, ways of life and religious art that reflect cultural and religious pluralism.
Explore Turkey with Siam Society
Life, Published on 20/02/2025
» Siam Society is organising a 11-night trip to Turkey's Black Sea and southeastern regions, from May 12-23.
One day in Istanbul
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 10/10/2024
» When our business-class flight touched down in Istanbul at first light, we awoke to a pleasant welcome of cool weather. Unexpectedly, we learned that many of our travel companions were visiting Turkey for the first time and that Thai travellers are exempt from visa requirements.
Pattani celebrates its unique cultural heritage
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 20/08/2024
» Pattani's unique cultural heritage will be showcased and interpreted in innovative ways during Pattani Decoded 2024, which will take place at four important venues in Pattani old town, from Saturday to Sept 1.
Explore the history of Pakistan with Siam Society
Life, Published on 19/02/2024
» Siam Society is holding a study trip to explore the fascinating history of the Mughals and Gandhara civilisation in Pakistan, from April 12-23.
Andalusian dreams
Life, Kong Rithdee, Published on 15/02/2024
» Two Middle Eastern tourists looked excited as they held up a phone to an exquisitely carved arabesque in Nasrid Palace at the Alhambra. No, they're not taking photos. They're comparing the Arabic text on their screen with the 8th century stone calligraphy. I hear them mumble in Arabic -- here's the translation:
Escape city life with a trip to Kashmir
Life, Published on 05/02/2024
» Siam Society is holding a study trip to Kashmir Valley in the Jammu and Kashmir region of north India, from March 15-23.
A stroll in Song Wat
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 24/01/2024
» Last year, Song Wat was selected as one of the "World's 40 Coolest Neighbourhoods" by Time Out due to its excellent balance in preserving old traditional shops and incorporating new activities and trendy vibes from emerging entrepreneurs. As a result of this recognition, Song Wat attracts young people.