Songkran, Thai New Year
It occurs throughout Thailand, but the most popular battles are those of Chiang Mai. We explain what Songkran is and we offer some fun photos.
Loi Krathong, a splendid celebration
Lanterns floating in the sky at night and small handmade boats with candles sailing in the river stream. A unique Buddhist and animist celebration.
Mythological Beings now, Why?
You will see them in the Grand Palace and other sacred places. Here, we explain their origin and meaning, to make your visit more interesting and perhaps warn you about them.
Animistic beliefs
On your trip you will see small shrines called little houses of spirits, colorful ties in the trees, altars with symbols. It’s the world of spirits and the animistic beliefs of many Thais. We try to explain the central belief of animism.
Basic Principles of Buddhism
Buddhism will be very present on your trip to Thailand, so knowing a little about its principles will make what you see and hear more interesting.
The profane and the sacred
It might seem weird to you, but the truth is that this division has an enormous significance in Thai society and culture. A difference that explains many things.
Buddhism, religion or philosophy?
This is an interesting question when you travel through Thailand and visit Buddhist temples, here we venture to give our opinion. What do you think?
The mangrove, live where no one else dares
Between the land and the sea, this is a unique ecosystem and Thailand offers a great opportunity to visit it. Perhaps the traveller can make a small change to enjoy a more exciting experience.
What is the meaning of mudras?
Here we explain the meaning of the Buddha’s gestures that you will see in the temples of Thailand.
In the Buddhist temples, is Buddha alone?
Buddha alone? The answer is no, it is usual for him to appear accompanied by mythological deities and beings. We explain why and who they are.