Thailand
National Museum
The angel city of Bangkok is home to an extensive and very informative National Museum, which claims to be the largest of it\’s kind in…
Royal Ploughing Ceremony
An ancient Brahman ritual, conducted at Sanam Luang, in which farmers is believe to be able to forecast the abundance of the next rice crop.…
Lumphini Park
This is where businessmen, tourists and Bangkok residents come to jog. Older folks practice their Tai Chi while others just relax in the fresh environment.…
THAILAND LANGUAGE
The Thai language is the national and official language of Thailand and the mother tongue of the Thai people, Thailand’s dominant ethnic group. However, English…
THE SUKHOTHAI PERIOD
THE SUKHOTHAI PERIOD Situated on the banks of the Mae Nam Yom some 375 kilometers north of present-day Bangkok, Sukhothai was the cradle of Thai…
THE RETURN OF SARIT
THE RETURN OF SARIT IN THAILAND In October 1958, Sarit, recently returned from the United States where he had undergone extensive medical treatment, took…
Ban Khok Ngio Sanctuary
This stone sanctuary is located in Amphoe Pa Kham; when coming from the town of Buriram, Wat Khok Ngiew can be reached on Highway 218…
Loy Krathong Festival
The festival of Loy Krathong is held annually on the 15th day of the waxing moon in the 12th month of the lunar calendar (November).…
Doi Hua Mot
Doi Hua Mot is situated in Ban Umphang, just 4 kilometers from Umphang city. Limestone hills without single large tree but carpeted by blossoming shrubs…
Villages in Umphang
Ban Loe Tong Ku Lae Tong Ku is a village where residents still wear traditional clothes and continue to live a simple life. The Karen…
Sangkhalok Museum
The Sangkhalok is the name of ceramic wares produced in the old city of Sukhothai. The museum displays the collection of Sangkhalok and ceramic wares…
Wat Sa Bor Kaew
The Wat Sa Bor Kaew is situated on Namkue Road near the moat of the town. This temple has an exotic and beautiful pagoda. The…