Archive for July, 2008

Thailand Picture Quiz Part 2 »

By Talen on Jul 22, 2008 in Guess what it is, Thai life | 8 Comments

Above is a big earthenware pot filled with water that has a small pot floating inside it. This can be found everywhere outside the tourist areas but it is only half the picture…it goes with something else. What is it?
If you’ve been to Thailand or South East Asia for that matter you know exactly what [...]

Buddhist Lent Begins in Thailand »

By Talen on Jul 18, 2008 in Holiday, Thai Culture | 12 Comments

Today marks the beginning of Buddhist lent in Thailand. Buddhist Lent starts on the first day of the waning moon of the 8th lunar month (July) and ends on the 15th day of the 11th lunar month (October). Also known as the rains retreat or Khao Phansa in Thai.
it’s a time when all Buddhist monks [...]

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