Travel to Siam, a Thai travel magazine

Follow the Traces of Dinosaurs in Thailand

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 21:29:01 -0400

Every one here speaks of Dinosaurs. For millions of years, the peaceful earth of Sahatsakhan district of Kalasin province has been the final resting place for the large dinosaurs that used to roam in this area. In 1995, fossilized dinosaurs of the S...

Traditional Thai Toys

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 21:45:44 -0400

Toys are excellent learning tools to help develop children intellectually and physically. Modern technology has brought about new, high-tech toys that are factory made and readily available on store shelves. Children no longer need to wait for parents, or grandparent...

Stucco Decorative Art of Phetchaburi

Mon, 26 May 2008 22:40:49 -0400

The saying that Phetchaburi is a “living Ayutthaya” is not considered an exaggeration. Both provinces share many similarities, whether in terms of historical sites, old temples or artistic forms. In both cases, craftsmanship has passed from generat...

Decorative Chanthaburi Reed Mats

Sat, 10 May 2008 21:03:16 -0400

Chanthaburi Province's famous reed mats, known locally as “Suea Chanthaboon”, are known for their uniqueness in durability, fine craftsmanship and decorative appearance. The reed used to weave the mats is called “kok” reed, which grows in brackish...

The White Thai Elephant

Tue, 06 May 2008 20:58:34 -0400

A white elephant, according to ancient royal Thai traditions, is a noble beast of special importance exemplifying a King's honor and glory. Known in Thai as Chang Samkhan, a white elephant is a gift for a king, and to acquire one during his reign, will result in pr...

Hindu, Khao Kha Ancient Monument

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 19:23:08 -0400

Khao Kha Ancient Monument is the most significant religious shrine of all the Hindu shrines uncovered in the area of Sichon District in the southern Thailand province of Nakhon Sri Thammarat. The monument enjoys such prominence given the evidence surrounding Kha...

Tourism vs Marine Life, Nature Scored

Sat, 19 Apr 2008 08:12:18 -0400

The Tourism Authority of Thailand reported that between 70 to 80 percent of foreign tourists visit Thailand to enjoy its seaside resorts. Scuba diving, in particular, is one of the activities that earn the most income from tourism, according to the rep...

North Thailand Sa Paper Production

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 00:45:20 -0400

Chiang Mai is regarded as the center for northern handicrafts, be it handwoven fabrics, woodcraft, wicker ware, lacquer ware or other utensils. Visitors to Chiang Mai, therefore, should not go home without buying some locally-made souvenirs. Prominent am...

Joe Louis Hun Lakhon Lek Puppet Theater

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 21:46:45 -0400

Thai puppet or Hun Lakhon Lek requires three puppeteers working together to bring rhythmic movement to this single puppet, a feat made possible thanks to the creative abilities of the creator of Hun Lakhon Lek. It represents a form of entertainment ...

Thai Houses on the River Bank

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 05:11:22 -0400

For centuries, the lives of Thai people have been inextricably related to rivers and canals. They make use of them for consumption, agriculture, and other activities. So a waterway is regarded as a lifeline, bringing people of different languages, races, cult...

The Center of Buddist Faith in Nakhon Ratchasima

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 19:31:04 -0400

When Wat Ban Rai in Dan Khun Thot district of Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat) is mentioned, most Thai people know that is is the residence of the Venerable Luang Pho Khun Parisuttho, one of the most revered Buddhist monks in Thailand. Some people believe tha...

Time Traveling at Talard Baan Mai

Sun, 23 Mar 2008 22:05:19 -0400

Throughout Thailand, a market and a community exist side by side. Talard Baan Mai in Muaeng district of Chachoengsao province is one such example. A vibrant market dominated by Thai merchants of Chinese origin since the days of King Chulalongkorn, it cont...

The Southern Handicraft of Yan Lipao Basketry

Sun, 23 Mar 2008 01:40:41 -0400

Yan Lipao weaving is a handicraft indigenous to the south, originating from the beginning of the Ratanakosin Period. Products made from this vine were tobacco containers, betel-nut sets, stemmed plates, tea caddies, boxes, bowls for taking flowers an...

Walking between the Clouds in Thailand

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 01:32:43 -0500

Located near the summit of the mountain known as Doi Inthanon in Chiang Mai province, the Ang Ka nature trail has a 360-meter-wooden bridge, where visitors may spend a leisurely half hour or more, enjoying the spectacular view. Because of the beauti...

The Colors of Patong on Phuket

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 21:01:38 -0500

Whatever you desire, you can find it in Patong, is not an exaggerated statement if it refers to Phuket's world-famous Patong Beach. During the day, one can enjoy sand, sea and sun on the crescent-shaped, powder-white sandy beach dotted with colorful beach um...

Dinning Mediterranean at Le Marin Restaurant

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 07:50:00 -0500

Le Marin Mediterranean restaurant is one of the proudest dinning outlets of the Cape Racha Hotel, Chon Buri. Le Marin in French means sea breeze, in this case could be the sweet romantic breeze from Mediterranean. The restaurant carefully selects the...

Bang Rak District in Bangkok

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:16:25 -0500

Recognized as an important trading center since the reign of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), Bang Rak is one of Bangkok's famous commercial areas, where Thais, Chinese, and Westerners are engaged in their businesses. It is also the location of many government off...

The Beauty of Phayao Lake

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 08:25:12 -0500

The reflection of the afternoon sun over the vast expanse of water enhances the beautiful landscape of Phayao Lake in Thailand's northern province of Phayao. The sight is so impressive that even the cool breezes of winter fail to purge the warm impression from on...

Thai Floral Offerings Festival

Sun, 24 Feb 2008 00:34:00 -0500

The Festival of Floral Offerings, known in Thai as Tak Bat Bokmai. Takes place at the beginning of Buddhist Lent (July) each year at Wat Phra Phutthabat, the Shrine of the Holy Foot print, in Phra Phutthabat District of Saraburi Province. The festival has be...

Ngop - Traditional Thai Head Wear

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:35:22 -0500

Traditionally, Thailand is an agrarian country, so the majority of Thai people are engaged in agriculture. As they rainy conditions, while farming, they need to wear a hat for protection against extreme weather. This protection comes in the form of an ‘n...