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The unique history of Loha Prasat

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Each week we post a link to an article in Bangkok 101   - and today the article we link to is about the unique history of Loha Prasat – the ‘Iron Temple’ OR the ‘Monastery of the Royal Niece’ -  https://www.bangkok101.com/wat-ratchanatdaram/ . Original words by Joe Cummings and CPS Media. Wat Ratchanatdaram is a large area not always visited as much as the Golden Mountain Temple just over the river. Expect to make a visit and see no tourists. The Loha Prasat - https://goo.gl/maps/Fc6YMTM7KEq - is known for its tier of 37 golden towers (they were originally black) and the number 37 represents the 37 factors of enlightenment cultivated by the bodhisattavas (Buddhist saints or Buddhists-to-be). Make an entrance during the day and marvel at the beauty of this special building with seemingly endless corridors and spiral staircases. Reach the top and admire the view that you have – we are told that night time viewing was amazing but unfortun...

5 great things to enjoy on Koh Sichang

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5 great things to enjoy on Thailand’s charming island - Koh SiChang - original article written by trip101   -   https://trip101.com/article/5-great-things-to-enjoy-on-thailand-s-charming-koh-si-chang   1) Chill out on one of the quiet sandy beaches  2) Explore the interesting caves 3) Visit San Jao Phaw Khao Yai   4) Admire the restored buildings of Phra Judhadhut Palace Stay with us at the Somewhere Hotel  and ask the staff to help you arrange a special day.

14 best viewpoints in and around Phuket

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Each week we post a link to an article we have found in Phuket 101 and  today’s post is a list of the 14 best viewpoints in and around Phuket -  https://www.phuket101.net/phuket-viewpoints/ 1)       Karon Beach viewpoint -  https://goo.gl/maps/E6SHSdjQtbL2 2)       Phuket Big Buddha -  https://goo.gl/maps/EFAgfGmWV41 2 3)       Windmill Viewpoint – Ya Nui Beach -  https://goo.gl/maps/YTHqAfw5T612 4)       Promthep Cape Viewpoint -  https://goo.gl/maps/Xe8SmXvjLPr 5)       Kata Noi Viewpoint -  https://goo.gl/maps/YZqtBcoGpy62 6)       Wassa Homemade Bar -  https://goo.gl/maps/jJRkwFCkP7y 7)       Heaven Rooftop Restaurant -  https://www.phuket101.net/heaven-rooftop-restaurant/ 8)     ...

7 unique things to do in Bangkok

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#Pinterest  is a place to discover things to do in Thailand - today’s post is by Wilful and hearted  https://www.willfulandwildhearted.com  and is about  7 unique things to do in Bangkok -   https://www.willfulandwildhearted.com/unique-things-to-do-in-bangkok/ 1)      Meditate at a Buddhist Monastery – if you can’t manage a ten-day course visit one for the afternoon and turn all your Social Media off? 2)      Give back to the community at Wat Hua Lamphong –  https://goo.gl/maps/BUmHsPLfy3x  - this is a sanctuary for farm animals which are not killed for food – whilst you are there pray for good karma. It is also known as the ‘Coffin Temple’ because you can purchase coffins for those who are too poor to buy one. 3)      Gain Wisdom at The Prachan Amulet Market -  https://goo.gl/maps/HqHVcrzLMYG2  - a wonderful place to find something special. ...

Freeing birds in the name of

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Cape+Kantary is a magazine that you will find in all the Cape and Kantary Properties . In this edition of the magazine - https://www.capekantaryhotels.com/ckmagazine/Issue18/index.html - (Page 80) they examine the  “misconception of freeing birds or other kinds of animals as a merit or boon to their life.”  – quote from Khun Tirapongse Pangsrivongse – Chairman of Cape&Kantary Hotels. The original campaign o n  raising awareness was started in September 2016 and we remind you here lest we forget. As the writer Tefor Cowles wrote -        and when the dawn is silent, you must say, “I let that happen” . At Cape and Kantary Hotels, we actively support  SOSChildrensVillages  and the Thai Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. We do not serve foie gras, birds’ nest or shark’s fin in our restaurants and we also stand firmly against the exploitation of Thai elephants for commercial or entertainment ...