Thailand
Ang Khang Royal Agricultural Station
Located in the valley of Doi Ang Khang, the station is designated for conducting experiments on possible temperate plants to be grown in Thailand. The…
Wiang Tha Kan
Built before reign of King Meng Rai, this ancient walled city can be dated back to the Hariphunchai period. During excavations, sandstone and earthen Buddha…
San Kamphaeng Village
The village is located 13 kilometers the east of Chiang Mai town in a district that is famous for silk and a cotton weaving. The…
Mae Kok River
The Kok River is one of the most scenic attractions in Chiang Rai. It runs from Thathon in northern Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai City…
Wat Klang Wiang
Previously called Wat Chantalok after the huge red “chan” tree once grown here, this is where the founding city pillar is located. However, during the…
Laan Tong Mekong Basin Cultural Park
About 36km north of Chiang Rai is the privately owned Laan Tong Cultural Park – a recreational park of the provincial kind. Its main attraction…
Erawan Shrine
The Erawan Shrine is a Hindu shrine in Bangkok, Thailand that houses a statue of four-faced Brahma. A popular tourist attraction, it often features performances…
Wat Sa Ket and The Golden Mount
This landmark, on the only hill in Bangkok, is of great significance for all followers of The Lord Buddha. 320 stairs take you up to…
Santi Chai Prakan Pavilion and Public Park
The Park is on Phra Athit Road on the bank of the Chao Phraya River. It was constructed near Phra Sumen Fort under the cooperation…
THAILAND EDUCATION SYSTEM
Education System in Thailand Education in Thailand is provided mainly by the Thai government through the Ministry of Education from pre-school to senior high school.…
THE AYUTHAYA ERA, 1350-1767
THE AYUTHAYA ERA (1350-1767) The kingdom of Ayutthaya was founded by U Thong, an adventurer allegedly descended from a rich Chinese merchant family who married…
THE THAILAND POLITICS:1963 – 1971
THE THAILAND POLITICS FROM 1963 TO 1971 In December 1963 Sarit died in office. His deputy, Thanom, peacefully succeeded to the prime ministership and pursued…