Thailand Stories

Many activities will be held both in Bangkok and the provinces to celebrate the 8th cycle or the 96th birthday anniversary of His Holiness Somdet Phra Nyanasamvara, the Supreme Patriarch, from late September to the end of October 2009. The Supreme Patriarch will turn 96 on October 3. For Thai people, the 8th cycle is an important milestone of life and a …

A student places her electronic security card against a scanner before entering Kanchana-nukhroh school. To prevent kids playing truant, a Kanchanaburi secondary school is making students clock in and out using smart cards, and parents of those who skip classes are immediately notified by text. (Dailyxpress) More

Erawan waterfalls in Kanchanaburi province is one of the most popular national parks in Thailand, a favourite with local people as well as visitors on their Death Railway tour. It was certainly the top destination on my itinerary, as I am an avid waterfall fan (coming from a country without real mountains or waterfalls). At the end of …