Loy Krathong in Thailand: Meaning, Traditions and Visitor Guide
Discover the meaning of Loy Krathong in Thailand, how krathongs are made, when the festival is held and how to participate respectfully.
Religion in Thailand
Churches, mosques, Catholics, protestants, Buddhist and temples
Thailand blocks Dali Lamas sister
In another brave move by the Thai government they banned the sister of The Dali Lama from entering the Buddhist country of Thailand. Jetsun Pema, younger sister of Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, and her husband Tenpa Tsering would speak at the Buddhist art exception in Bangkok March 5-7 2010. The Thai government said…
Can You Visit Wat Pho in the Evening? Hours, Temples and Planning
Can you visit Wat Pho after sunset? Check official opening hours, the Reclining Buddha, dress rules and how to plan an evening visit in Bangkok.
Happy Ending Massage no News in Thailand
It is strange if you reflect on the article about massage with a happy ending. In Sweden it is legal for the girls to offers a happy ending and the story ends up on the front page. In Thailand it is illegal for the girl to offer a massage with a happy ending and nobody…
Buddhist-Inspired Christmas Gifts in Thailand: Thoughtful Ideas and Etiquette
Looking for thoughtful Buddhist-inspired gifts in Thailand? Consider books, local crafts, donations and respectful temple etiquette without mixing up traditions.
Esteemed monk’s body in Thailand make the miracle
The Magical still remains with the esteemed monk even until his death. Phra Duan, a native of Songkhla Province who became a monk since the age of 21 due to his failing in policeman’s test. It seems like the destiny set him to be a monk. He went to practice meditation in a cave in…
Thai women die in Buddhist meeting in Sweden
Thai women die in Buddhist meeting in Sweden A Thai woman died in her sleep breathing carbon dioxide in her sleep. She had gathered with lots of other Thai and Swedish Buddhist. They are all members of the Wat Budda Udayana in Sweden. The 5 women had left the fire going during the night and…
Put a heart in the MSN to support the King of Thailand
If you have a friend in Thailand now on MSN you probably see that he has a (L) or heart in his/hers MSN window. If you visiting Thailand right now you can see that everybody now is wearing yellow shirts to support the king that in the Hospital. He got sick last week but is…