Thailand
THE PRIDI AND CIVILIAN REGIME: 1944 – 1947
THE PRIDI AND CIVILIAN REGIME: 1944 – 1947 The new government was headed by Khuang Aphaiwong, a civilian linked politically with conservatives like Seni. The…
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…
Thavi Folkore Museum
This is definitely the place for those wishing to learn more about the Thai lifestyle. Step inside a group of Thai pavilions and explore a…
Doi Chom Thong
This pleasant hilltop temple is set on the bank of Phayao Lake which has an access road of 1.5 kms. distance branching off the Phaholyothin…
Ban Pak Nai
Ban Pak Nai, about 22 kilometres along the road winding over the shoulder of the mountain some 96 kilometres from the provincial town, is a…
Wat Phra Kaeo Don Tao
This centuries-old temple on Phra Kaeo Road used to be the place where the Emerald Buddha was once enshrined (the same statue now installed in…
Bua Tong Fields at Doi Mae U-kho
The Dok Bua Tong (may be classified as wild sunflowers) blooms during November painting the entire hilly area of Doi Mae U-kho in brilliant yellow…