'Miles away from bitterballen and Dutch chatter'
Deep in the lush jungle of Northern Thailand, a Farang Kee Nok has sought refuge, miles away from bitterballen and Dutch chatter. No noise, no neighbors for a cup of coffee at the door, just the unpredictable nature and a gecko that has made the ceiling its personal stage. What does he learn there? That getting lost in the silence is not only relaxing, but also whispers answers that you could never find with a compass.
My partner owns 25.000 m² of rice fields in Isaan, which we want to transform into a balance between culture and nature. The plan: wild bananas for gene banks, trees for shade and fodder, and nitrogen-rich plants. We aim for a self-sufficient wilderness without intensive maintenance. Do you have tips or experiences with similar projects in a dry climate? What do you think works best?
The province of Nan, Thailand but different
Looking for the hidden gems in Thailand? You don't have to look long, if you really want something different, travel to the province of Nan in the far north of Thailand near Laos. You go there to avoid tourists and enjoy peace and nature.
Khao Laem Ya: The serene side of Samet
While tourists flock to famous and pricey Koh Samet, Khao Laem Ya stands beautifully and peacefully on the mainland.
Khan Chae National Park
Thailand has many, well over 100, national parks where visitors find the unparalleled tranquility of nature and enjoy lush forests, water features, wildlife and birds.
Koh Yao Yai, away from mass tourism (video)
Those who want to stay far away from mass tourism and are looking for an authentic and unspoilt island can also put Koh Yao Yai on the list.
Every September 1, people gather at the statue of Seub Nakhasathien in the Huai Kha Khaeng (note 1) National Park to celebrate his memory. He is the most famous conservationist in Thailand. His suicide on September 1, 1990 shocked the nation, touched the hearts of many people and increased attention to conservation.
Mae Sot, another piece of Thailand
After visiting the border town of Mae Sam Laep, we continue to Mae Sot, also bordering Burma. The approximately 240 kilometer long road (105) takes us through a rugged area where we hardly encounter any sign of life except for the impressive nature.
Landscape photography Thailand (video)
This time a completely different video. The creator of this, who calls himself Sebleu, has dedicated himself to photographing landscapes in Thailand and the result is spectacular.
Thailand faces many environmental problems. Water, land and air pollution are serious in many places in Thailand. I give a short description of the state of the environment, something about the causes and backgrounds and the current approach. Finally, a more detailed explanation of the environmental problems around the large industrial area Map Ta Phut in Rayong. I also describe the protests of environmental activists.
Nature shows its resilience
It is amazing how on the one hand nature strikes back and takes its toll worldwide with a new, unknown virus and on the other hand to discover the resilience of nature.
Plastic, a separate chapter
A lot of attention has already been paid to plastic and its consequences for the environment. Many types of plastic occur in the form of packaging material and utensils such as garbage cans, buckets and storage boxes.
Degradation of nature in Pattaya East
Slowly but surely, more and more pieces of nature are crumbling due to a certain urge to expand. In an earlier posting it was already written about the area next to the stadium on Chayapruek ll Road. No announcements are made about the purpose of this area. Perhaps another resort or “entertainment venue” created by Thai-Chinese entrepreneurs for the Chinese.
Commission wants to put a brake on the number of tourists visiting vulnerable maritime places
A national committee wants to limit the number of visitors who visit vulnerable maritime places to 6 million per year, in order to prevent these valuable natural areas from further deteriorating.
Greetings from Isaan (part 2)
A mixed color pallet of flowers in red, yellow, blue, white, ... attracts attention in all gardens. Bees and other winged insects flock to it so that it is a lively whole. It is clear that nature does not stand still here in Isaan, despite the somewhat lower temperatures.
Living as a Single Farang in the Jungle: Khao Nok Kin See or Dinsor Hill Chumphon (Pathiu)
We are writing September 26, 2016. Today I observe the first raptors (birds of prey) above my home in the jungle of Pathiu. They are back, like every year, a true natural phenomenon.
The color of money is anything but green
Minister Plodprasop Suraswadi recently pleaded for the construction of sixteen dams in Thailand. As a civil servant, he also excelled as an environmental barbarian. Columnist Sanitsuda puts it all neatly together.