Charming Chiang Mai (video)
Chiang Mai, 700 kilometers from Bangkok, is the main city in the north. It is also the capital of the mountainous province of the same name. Many Thai people love Chiang Mai (the Rose of the North) for its unusual festivals, 14th-century temples, beautiful landscapes, unusual food and a pleasantly cool climate in winter.
Discover Thailand (8): Buddhism
Buddhism is the main religion (actually a philosophy of life, because Buddhism has no God) in Thailand and has a long and rich history in the country. Buddhism came to Thailand through neighboring countries and Indian migrants and has played an important role in Thai culture and society ever since
Buddha's footsteps in Thailand
Throughout the ages, people have been searching for the eternal values of philosophies. King Songtham, king of the Ayutthaya kingdom in the early 17th century, sent monks to Sri Lanka to learn more about Buddha. Once there, it was told that Buddha had already left his (foot) traces in Thailand. The king ordered to discover these traces in his kingdom.
With the Riva Express boat you sail to five temples along the Chao Phraya River on August 12, 2022. And that for only 599 Baht per person.
Thai cities highlighted (1): Bangkok
In this new series on Thailandblog, we will highlight various cities in Thailand with text and especially images. A selection of defining and iconic photos will give you a good idea of what to expect. Today we start with the capital of Thailand: Bangkok.
Looking at buildings in Thailand (7)
Those who regularly visit Thailand will be amazed at the variety of houses and architectural styles. There are townhouses, condos, bungalows, houses on stilts, houses on the water, traditional wooden houses, houses in the Lanna style, ghost houses, boat houses, houses in a rice field and even a house upside down.
Temples in Thailand explained
Thailand has many temples. A temple, also called Wat, consists of a complex of buildings in the service of Buddhism.
Seeing temples, Buddha statues, chedis and other relics in Thailand (part 13 and conclusion)
In this photo series we highlight the many beautiful temples that are so characteristic of Thailand. Just like Buddhism, temples and temple grounds play an important role in social life in Thailand.
In this photo series we highlight the many beautiful temples that are so characteristic of Thailand. Just like Buddhism, temples and temple grounds play an important role in social life in Thailand.
In this photo series we highlight the many beautiful temples that are so characteristic of Thailand. Just like Buddhism, temples and temple grounds play an important role in social life in Thailand.
In this photo series we highlight the many beautiful temples that are so characteristic of Thailand. Just like Buddhism, temples and temple grounds play an important role in social life in Thailand.
In this photo series we highlight the many beautiful temples that are so characteristic of Thailand. Just like Buddhism, temples and temple grounds play an important role in social life in Thailand.
In this photo series we highlight the many beautiful temples that are so characteristic of Thailand. Just like Buddhism, temples and temple grounds play an important role in social life in Thailand.
In this photo series we highlight the many beautiful temples that are so characteristic of Thailand. Just like Buddhism, temples and temple grounds play an important role in social life in Thailand.
In this photo series we highlight the many beautiful temples that are so characteristic of Thailand. Just like Buddhism, temples and temple grounds play an important role in social life in Thailand.
In this photo series we highlight the many beautiful temples that are so characteristic of Thailand. Just like Buddhism, temples and temple grounds play an important role in social life in Thailand.
In this photo series we highlight the many beautiful temples that are so characteristic of Thailand. Just like Buddhism, temples and temple grounds play an important role in social life in Thailand.