What’s Under Our Feet Hidden Archaeological Treasures When you first arrive in Thailand, it’s natural to gaze upward at the shimmering temples, the rugged mountains, the endless palm-fringed skylines. But beneath your feet lies a deeper story, one of dinosaur bones scattered across ancient wetlands, prehistoric villages humming with early farmers, lost civilizations rising and … Read more
Resisting An Empire Hi my explorer friends! Here’s something that’s fascinating and kind of under the radar, but remains a significant incident in Thailand’s modern history and well worth visiting the site of those dramatic events. The Ghosts of Prachuap Khiri Khan It’s December 8, 1941. The sky over Prachuap Khiri Khan was still dark … Read more
Chud Thai History A Journey through Time 1. Early Influence – The Sabai in the Dvaravati Era (6th–10th Century) The origins of Thai traditional attire can be traced back to the Dvaravati Empire, which flourished in central Thailand between the 6th and 10th centuries. Sculptural evidence from this period reveals the early use of the … Read more
Muang Sing Historical Park Whispers in the Jungle: Hi Fellow Explorers! Imagine driving far away from the hustle of the busy tourist town of Kanchanaburi, winding through forest covered mountains until the noise fades into the chirping of birds and the rustle of leaves. Then you find yourself at a place that feels so remote … Read more
Rattanakosin 244 Years Anniversary Congratulations to the City of Bangkok on the 244th anniversary of the foundation of Rattanakosin as the capital of Siam! Bangkok City Foundation Day 21 April From an era of difficulty, to today’s vibrant modern city, Krungthepmahanakorn (Bangkok) has become one of the most impressive cities of the 21st Century. In … Read more
Grand Palace and Angkor Wat What’s the connection between these two places from different eras and different countries? Before we get into it, where ever you live, remember that empires and kingdoms have risen and fallen throughout history, and borders changed frequently as a consequence, and are still doing it in modern times. So what’s … Read more
Echoes of the Golden Triangle This is a journey through Thailand’s restricted frontier areas one February in the early 1990s, as recalled by recently found film-based photos. There’s a special kind of magic on the back of an of an old photograph. Before digital metadata and GPS tags, our memories were anchored by the faint, … Read more
Songkran From Ancient To Modern Every April, streets across Thailand transform into open‑air slip‑and‑slide battlegrounds, with everyone from toddlers to grandmothers armed with water guns, buckets, and the occasional hose. But behind the splashing fun lies a centuries‑old story that’s part ritual, part myth, and very much Thai. How Songkran Began: Let’s dive into how … Read more
Si Thep World Heritage Gem Back in September 2023 the Dvaravati era city of Si Thep officially became Thailand’s 7th historical spot on UNESCO’s World Heritage list. Si Thep World Heritage Gem rubs shoulders with other UNESCO heavy hitters like Sukhothai’s historic towns, Ayutthaya’s ruins, the Thungyai-Huai Kha Khaeng wildlife sanctuaries, Ban Chiang’s ancient digs, … Read more
Dong Lakhon Ancient City Step Back in Time: The Enchanted Secrets of Dong Lakhon! Tired of the Bangkok crowds and looking for a real-life hidden gem? Just an hour or so from the big city lies a breathtaking secret: a massive ancient metropolis nestled in the heart of a lush, emerald forest. Welcome to Dong … Read more