When you come to Thailand, you almost cannot avoid hearing the names of various temples that begin with the word “Phra That” (pronounce as “Pra Tad”). For example, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep in Chiang Mai, Wat Phra Si Rattana Satsadaram (or Wat Phra Kaew) in Bangkok, Phra That Phanom in Nakhon Phanom province. What…
The northern region of Thailand used to be a sought-after destination for both local and international tourists, with its beautiful scenery and pleasant weather. However, the people in the area have been facing the problem of smog and haze for many years, and it never really subsides. Every year from March, the clear blue sky…
When it comes to the most famous or most beautiful temple in Chiang Rai, everyone thinks of Wat Rong Khun (White Temple), which was designed and built by Mr. Chalermchai Kositpipat, one of Thailand’s most popular contemporary artists. Did you know that there is another place being talked about nowadays for its unique beauty, and…
The Denchai-Chiang Khong route is another strategic route for developing Thailand’s rail system, aiming to connect the existing railway network to neighboring countries such as Lao PDR and Myanmar. This will facilitate travel and transportation of goods from Thailand to neighboring countries more easily, while reducing costs The project starts at Denchai station in Phrae…
Going back to the year 1887, during the reign of King Chulalongkorn, also known as King Rama V, there was a royal initiative to construct railways in Siam for stability and maintenance of the kingdom’s territory. This was due to the expansion of the English and French colonies covering the Indochina Peninsula. King Rama V…