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.
Another new photo series today. This time 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.
Ajan Inkhong, a well-known mural painter of temples
Most temples in Thailand contain wall paintings on the interior, and in Isan also on the exterior walls, which also depict all aspects of everyday life. Here is a short description of these paintings in general and innovative work by Ajan Inkhong in particular. Ajan Inkhong, also known as Khrua In Khong, was a monk and painter in Thailand (Siam) in the 19th century.
Thai Buddhist rituals and influencing your karma
Those who visit Thailand will certainly have seen a temple from the inside. What immediately stands out is the geniality. No binding protocols and no straitjacket that determines what is and what is not allowed.
Some temples in Chiang Mai
Dick has been coming to Chiang Mai for over twenty years, but he still sees names of some temples in his travel guide that he has never seen.
The National Office of Buddhism (NOB) is set to release a list of temples equipped to cremate individuals who have died from Covid-19, Narong Song-arom said.
Thailand: Shoes off, please!
One of the everyday ways to show respect is to take off your shoes before entering certain buildings.
Temple visit at Pak Khat in Bueng Kan
With some Dutch and Thai friends we go to a temple on a steep mountain called PakKhat. From NongKhai towards PhomPisai and then fifty kilometers further. I'm sitting in the bed of a pick-up truck on two cushions, but to say that this is comfortable travel is going too far.
Most of the temples and historical places in Ayutthaya are open to the public again. According to Governor Panu, they were very busy last weekend. Many visitors from other provinces and especially Bangkok went to Ayutthaya for a day trip.
Monks are experiencing consequences of the corona crisis: less food and fewer donations
The corona crisis in Thailand not only affects workers who are losing their jobs en masse, but also the monks notice that poverty in Thailand is increasing. During their daily morning round, they receive much less food from civilians than before.
Tambourines
You hear the Thai express it so often: 'tamboons'. As an outsider you often don't know the details. That's why I've delved a little deeper into this subject and tried to penetrate the souls of the Thai.
The Phanom Rung is undisputedly the most beautiful
Numerous ruins of important Khmer temples can be seen in Buriram province. The restored Phanom Rung is undisputedly the most beautiful.
Living as a Single Farang in the Jungle: With C&A to Roi Et
After a last breakfast at the Roy Hotel in Buriram, we will start the journey to Roi Et today. Louis was already aware of our arrival. Lung addie counted on a drive of about 3 hours to cover the good 200 km between Buriram and Roi Et.
A triple indulgence at Wat Arun
Whenever I have the opportunity in Bangkok, I visit Wat Arun, the beautiful temple of dawn located on the impressively large Chao Phraya river.
Unknown Khmer temples in Isan
We are in Ubon and start the day culturally. The National Museum. It is not big, but gives an excellent impression of the history of this region.