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The vibrant art of Songkhla
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 25/04/2017
» Asleepy pocket of old town Songkhla has been revived again as an art enclave.
Artefacts that move you
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 27/04/2017
» The National Palace Museum in Taipei has recently allowed visitors to take pictures of its valuable exhibits and this was a good reason for me to revisit.
Deep South scary? That's news to me
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 01/05/2017
» North Korea has announced that it's ready for the fight. The US and Japan joined hands in a naval exercise off the Korean Peninsula. China and Russia showed off their military prowess by sending their troops and aircraft carriers to the area. Tensions in the Korean Peninsula have escalated in the past few weeks. The whole world is anxious about the possibility of the next war.
Leap into the light
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 11/05/2017
» A forgotten place in the Deep South of Thailand, Narathiwat is not top of the list for those who're planning a vacation. The Tuesday bombings in nearby Pattani -- and a spate of violent incidents in Yala and Narathiwat -- have cast a deep shadow on the province.
Charming Chumphon
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 20/04/2017
» When thinking about beaches in Thailand, Pattaya and Hua Hin are two big names popping up first in the heads of holidaymakers, for sure. Those with more of a budget and a longer holiday may dream of Surat Thani, Phuket or beyond.
Plane to Busan
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 09/03/2017
» Cargo cranes lift colourful containers into gigantic ships at the huge Busan port. Traffic slowly eases toward Gwangan Bridge, passing beaches and islands that scatter the coast. The Sun is about to set and darkness slowly blankets colourful houses on the Gamcheon Culture Village slope. Light from seaside skyscrapers reflects on the seawater at the marina, as restaurants and beach bars light up for the night. Tourists fill the streets, looking for fun.
Middle Eastern majesty
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 16/03/2017
» Escape from the congested roads of Tehran, the capital city of Iran, and spend an easy day out among a lush gigantic garden and inside a luxurious palace museum.
Sea, sand and food
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 29/03/2017
» Laem Mae Pim beach in Rayong will be abuzz with sand sculptures, performances by local artists, a cooking contest and more than 50 food outlets showcasing the best local dishes in "Sand Sculptures And Local Specialities @ Laem Mae Pim", from Friday to Sunday, 4-9pm.
The city that is half the world
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 30/03/2017
» Iranian cities are a far cry from what's reported in the news. Terrorism in the Middle East, missile-testing and other international news reports have made me believe Iran is a dangerous place. But once I see Esfahan, I realise that the Persian proverb "Esfahan nesf-e jahan", "Isfahan is half the world", almost fits the bill.
Calling on Kashan
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 06/04/2017
» Quietly situated between two famous destinations of Iran, Tehran and Esfahan, Kashan is a peaceful town most tourists may skip. But its hidden gems are stunning to explore.