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Thailand has quite a few ethnic minorities. One of these groups are the Mons which have their own distinct culture, clothing and language. They originally came from Southern Burma where they were once rulers of their own kingdom. Due to persecution and wars, they… |
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Written by: Richard Barrow
Read more: Swan and Centipede Parade in Phra Pradaeng at www.thai-blogs.com
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I have driven many times from Bangkok along Highway 35 which is the road you take when going south. One of the picturesque landmarks of the stretch between Samut Sakhon and Samut Songkhram are the… |
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Written by: Richard Barrow
Read more: Salt Farms in Thailand at www.thai-blogs.com
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At school in Thailand, the Thai students have to learn the story of Phanthai Norasing. They also have to memorize a kind of poem that they have to sing about his life. Phanthai Norasing is a symbol of integrity and honesty and his virtues are taught to all students. Norasing … |
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Written by: Richard Barrow
Read more: Phanthai Norasing Shrine at www.thai-blogs.com
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I have been telling you about my recent trip on the Maeklong Railway in Thailand where my first stop was Samut Sakhon (otherwise known as Mahachai). This city has one of the biggest fish markets in the country and I enjoyed myself looking around and also going on a boat … |
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Written by: Richard Barrow
Read more: Market on the Railway Tracks at www.thai-blogs.com
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I have never seen A Ride on the Maeklong Railway Posted on
April 24, 2006
Written by: Richard Barrow
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