One of the reasons we moved to Thailand earlier this year, is because we wanted to know what it was like to live in a Buddhist country. It has indeed been a hugely enriching experience. Buddhism is not only vibrant and present in Thailand’s over 40’000 active temples, it also permeates the daily life, cultureContinue reading “Buddhism in Thailand”
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Chiang Rai, lush green wonderland
On the northern tip of Thailand, bordering Myanmar and Laos, Chiang Rai province offers a tapestry of lush, bright greens and beautiful, unspoiled landscapes. We visited Chiang Rai during the month of July, the rainy season, which appears to scare tourists away (even though it only rains sporadically, mostly at night). The sights we visitedContinue reading “Chiang Rai, lush green wonderland”
Manners and culture in Thailand
Anyone visiting Thailand is immediately struck by the warmth and gentleness of the population. It’s a country where smiles are all-pervasive, people are invariably polite and kind-hearted, and no one uses harsh words or raises his or her voice in conversation. The Thais always appear eager to be helpful and accommodating, and foreigners feel thatContinue reading “Manners and culture in Thailand”
Thailand: the islands
We spent a total of six weeks in the south of Thailand, visiting a few of the nation’s many islands (there are more than 1’000 in total) . The islands come in all sizes and for all budgets, but one thing is constant: everywhere there is beauty, and everywhere you feel the warmth, the welcomingContinue reading “Thailand: the islands”
Chiang Mai, city of surprises and hidden gems
Chiang Mai, in the north of Thailand, the capital of the ancient Kingdom of Lanna, is a place of surprises and contrasts. If you were to drive quickly through the city, what would strike you first is the mess: the city vendors encroaching on the sidewalks, the large number of cars, the almost inexistent trafficContinue reading “Chiang Mai, city of surprises and hidden gems”
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