VOC in Thailand
It has been several years since the Dutch embassy, on the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of King Bhumibol Adulyadej's reign, published a book about a journey made by a Dutch VOC captain in 1737, at the invitation of the then king.
Phyathai Palace in Bangkok reopened to the public
After a month of closure due to the recent Covid-19 outbreak, Phyathai Palace will reopen in February.
Special temples in Ubon Ratchathani and Sisaket (video)
In the eastern provinces of Isan you will encounter a variety of special temples. As in Ubon Ratchathani, this city is located on the north side of the Mun River and was founded by Lao immigrants towards the end of the 18th century.
The Patpong Museum in Bangkok
The Patpong Museum recently opened in Bangkok, where the history of this famous adult entertainment district is displayed in words and images. But let's start by answering the question: where did that name Patpong come from?
Some rules of conduct for visiting Thai temples
Thailand's temples and other sacred sites are beautiful to visit, oases of tranquility, rich in historical and religious significance. They are respected by the Thai people. Tourists are welcome, but they are expected to abide by a number of rules.
Winter Wonderland in Thailand
It's winter in Thailand and that means cooler weather across the country. The cool breeze makes walking outside a pleasant activity.
The Thai poet Phra Sunthorn Vohara
In the village of Ban Krum in Kluang District, Rayong, there is a statue in memory of Phra Sunthorn Vohara, better known as Sunthorn Phu.
Agenda: Elephant festival in Surin (third week of November)
The elephant festival is held in Surin every year on the third weekend of November. No fewer than 300 jumbos march through the streets of the city in a colorful procession during this festival.
Ornamental fences in Thailand
For those who stay in Thailand, there is a lot to discover. Not only in nature, but also what people can make. Part is copied from Italy, as can be seen on the road in Thailand.
This weekend: the Khao Chee Chan Festival near Pattaya
The Big Buddha Mountain near Silverlake Winery, Pattaya, will be lit up again this weekend as traditional artists perform their cultural shows at the 8th Khao Chee Chan Festival.
The exhibition Vincent van Gogh in Thailand
Since June 2020, the Museum of Digital Art Bangkok (MODA) has been showing the exhibition “Van Gogh Life and Art”. Two Korean artists, Bon Davinci and Sejoo, use paintings by Van Gogh to organize a beautifully executed exhibition in the imposing hall. The Korean artists have divided the exhibition into eight sections, starting with Van Gogh's life in Nuenen.
What to do when it rains in Phuket
It is rainy season in Thailand and if you are staying in this beautiful country on holiday or otherwise, you will have to deal with a shower of rain very regularly. That shower can last fifteen minutes, but can also extend into several hours of constant rain.
The iconic Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahawihan in Nakhon Si Thammarat should be on the UNESCO World Heritage List, according to a working group that has initiated the procedure for this.
Cycling through Bangkok with Co van Kessel (video)
For more than 23 years, the company of the late Co van Kessel has been a household name in Bangkok when it comes to bicycle tours. What started as a hobby and out of love for the city grew into Bangkok's first bicycle tour company.
Cicada and Tamarind market in Hua Hin
This beautiful video was submitted by Thailand blog reader Arnold, with the following caption: Worth a visit if you are in Hua Hin. The Cicada and Tamarind market they are next to each other.
The “Democracy Monument” in Bangkok
With the elections in prospect, it is nice to already discover a democratic monument in Bangkok. A monument that owes its origin to the history of Thailand in 1932.
Tiger Zoo in Sri Racha reopens to the public
After being closed for more than two months due to the corona crisis, the management of the popular Sri Racha Tiger Zoo has announced that it will reopen to the public on Friday, June 12.