Bizarre romance in Thailand
Since Valentine's Day is coming up, spend Teacher, the naughty Friday sister of Bangkok Post attention to what she calls 'the bizarre side of romance in Thailand'. Whether the following tips also work for farang, I don't know, but they sure are bizarre.
In cage is a small figurine of a copulating couple. It is made of different types of metal. Whoever wears this love amulet becomes irresistible to the opposite sex. The figurines can be quite innocent: a man and a woman embracing each other, but also explicit and because Thailand blog may also be read by children, I will not elaborate on that. There are also homosexual versions.
Nam man pray is oil that you get when you hold fire under the chin of the body of a woman who died in childbirth. The potion is considered black magic. Today it is available in a tube. When a man wants a girl, all he has to do is sprinkle some drops on her and she falls for his charms on the spot. Whether it also works the other way around Guru not.
- Paladkik (phallus) is an amulet in the shape of a penis. In the past they were worn by boys around their waist or neck to keep evil at bay. Today the amulet serves to lure customers to a shop. Sometimes images are carved into it. A monkey indicates speed and agility to avoid danger and a naked woman attracts love and kindness.
- Of course yes is an aphrodisiac or an aphrodisiac. It is made by steeping alcohol in herbs wrapped in a white cloth. Apart from being a medicine, it can also be used to increase libido. Of course yes is available in various recipes, such as doh mai roo lom (never go down), kamlung seua khrong (strength of a Bengal tiger) and nasty rumphueng (a woman's groan). The Botanical Garden Organization recommends drinking no more than 33 cc twice a day.
- Mah hui (mucuna pruriens) is a plant that you better avoid, because when the hairs of the plant come into contact with your skin, it causes a burning sensation. The seeds of the plant bring couples closer together, both physically and emotionally, and increase their sexual drive.
- The cicada (cricket) is considered the love insect by Thais. In August 2011, the Thai newspaper wrote Thai rat (of Telegraaf of Thailand) that the eggs were sold at a market in Lampang for 1.900 baht per kilo. The price had risen from 500 baht after rumors that the eggs boost libido. You eat them boiled or steamed. Whether they are effective is doubtful, but they are rich in vitamins.
Finally, there are three temples, where you can ask supernatural entities for luck in love.
– Mae Nak Shrine (Wat Mahabut, Sukhumvit Soi 77) is named after Mae Nak, the woman who died in childbirth and returned as a ghost to care for her husband. After she grants your wishes, you must offer garlands, Thai clothes or toys.
– Chao Mae Sam Muk Shrine (Chon Buri) is named after Sam Muk. She and her lover Sean were not allowed to marry by Sean's father, a village chief. They both jumped off a cliff. The heavily criticized father began to bring offerings to the place where they had jumped.
– Chao Mae Soi Dok Mak Shrine (Wat Phananchoeng, Ayutthaya) was built in memory of a Chinese princess. A bit complicated story, but the bottom line is that the princess died by holding her breath, then a Thai king built the shrine. Singles ask for a soul mate, couples for children. In gratitude, you should offer silk, a miniature Chinese junk or a lion dance.
(Source: Guru, Bangkok Post, February 8, 2013)