Thai culture and dhamma

Khanom Khrok Pan (Thai Sweets )

copster — Thu, 04 Oct 2007 14:57:42 +0000

Thai sweets have existed in local cuisine since ancient times, and the art of cooking them has been passed on from generation to generation. So they are considered part of the country’s cultural heritage. Thai sweets consist mainly of such ingredients as flour, sugar, and coconut milk, with the addition of flavors, scents, and colors to make them even more appealing. (more…)

Wat Phra Buddha Bat Yasothon: Lamp of Dhamma on the Chi River

copster — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 19:55:23 +0000

The temple - a predominantly white building that stands out starkingly against the clear blue sky - is set within grove on the basin of the Chi River in the village of Nong Yang, in Maha Chai Chana, Yasothon. Wat Phra Buddha Bat Yasothon - the shrine holding the oldest replica of Buddha’s footprint - is indeed Significant landmark of Yasothon, and a popular cultural attraction. Yasothon is also famous for its skyrockets.

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Bangkok story: Next stop - Siam Square .

copster — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 19:51:57 +0000

The shopping center in the heart of Bangkok, at the confluence of Henri Dunant Road, Rama I Road and Phaya Thai Road, is unmistakably ‘Siam Square’. With a history of some 40 years old, this area was formerly known as ‘Pathum Wan Square’ - by virtue of its location in the Pathum Wan district. It was later name ‘Siam Square’ to reflect its status as Thailand’s first linear shopping center. (more…)

The Famous Aranyik Knife , a Legend of Generation –Old Folk Wisdom

copster — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 18:49:14 +0000

Aranyik is a household brand In Thailand when it comes to knives, thanks to its encompassing quality in terms of sharpness, durability and consistent innovation to meet customer’s various needs, including fruit- carving knife, small knife, butcher’s knife and cleaver.

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Arranging fresh flowers into a garland

copster — Sun, 16 Sep 2007 02:43:08 +0000

Known as mailai in Thai , a garland is a typical Thai flower arrangement . Various parts of a flower ,such as petals and leaves , are used to make up garlands of different patterns: circular ,flat ,and oval . Each one is fashioned in accordance with its use ,such as the kind for draping around the wrist or the neck , or the type that is to be used as a souvenir.

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