March 22, 2010

Wat Mahathat, Ayutthaya

Wat Mahathat, Ayutthay





Wat Mahathat, Ayutthaya is located in front of the Grand Palace to the east, next to Pa Than Bridge. The temple is believed to be one of Ayutthaya’s oldest temples, possibly built by King Boromaraja I (1370-88). Its central prang, of which only the base remains, once rose to a height of 165 feet. Traces of the original stucco decorations can still be seen on some of the surrounding chedis.
Wat Na Phra Meru

March 14, 2010

National Science Museum (NSM), Pathumthani Province


National Science Museum (NSM), Pathumthani province









The Science Museum is located in Pathum Thani, north of Bangkok, the capital city of  Thailand. It is the first museum to be opened under the management of the National Science Museum organisation (NSM), and aims to involve individuals in the excitement of science, ultimately to increase the public understanding of science and technology. Through the use of interactive exhibits and everyday examples, visitors can see the links between science and technology that are present in nearly every aspect of our lives. By looking at examples close to home, science becomes more familiar and exciting.

Permanent exhibitions
There are six floors of exhibits and interesting graphics panels concerning all areas of science, but especially that relating to Thailand.

Level 1: Reception and introductory area
Main entry, cloak rooms, cafeteria, first aid, souvenir shop
Pioneers of science
Cyberstation
Education
Temporary exhibition halls

Level 2: History of science and technology
The origin of human species
History of science
The fragile earth
Vision of the great scientists
Level 3: Basic science and energy
Sound and light
Forces and motion
Electricity and magnetism
Cinema

Level 4: Science and technology in Thailand
Ecology
Agriculture and industrialisation
Geography and geology

Level 5: Science and technology in our everyday lives
Body and health
Quality of life
Home and office
Transportation
Vision for the future

Level 6: Traditional technologies
The Queen's Gallery
Carving
Pottery
Metallurgy
Wickerwork
Textiles

The Science Museum is open from 9.30 am - 4.30 pm, Tuesday - Thursday and 9.30 am - 5.00 pm,
Friday - Sunday every week of the year.

March 9, 2010

Had Chao Mai National Park, Trang Province





Had Chao Mai National Park in Sikao district, Trang Province
Had Chao Mai National Park covers the area of Pak Meng Beach and nine islands, for example, Meng Island, Pling Island, Cheuk Island, Wan Island, Mok Island, Kradan Island and Chao Mai Island.  the areas is 1,443,800 Rai.  It was created a National Park on October 14, 1981.  It is possible to get there via Trang Sikao road, passing Banna, Muangpet, the Hot Spring.  Chao Mai Beach and Changland Beach.  The distance is about 50kms.  Or one can take the coastal road from Trang town to Pak Meng Beach to get to the National Park Office which is about 7 kms. from there.  The office has a service center, toilets and areas.  Tents are also available for those who would like to spend the night there.  Contact in advance The National Park Division, Department of Forestry, Tel. 075-579-0529 Or Had Chao Mai National Park Amphur Sikao Trang 92000 Tel. 075-210099
credit : Tourism Authority of Thailand
Mook Island and Morakot Cave, Trang
Mook Island and Morakot Cave, Trang Province
Tham Le Khao Koph (Lae Cave)
Trang Vegetarian Festival 2009

March 2, 2010

Mulberry Paper Umbrella, Chiangmai


Mulberry paper umbrella work group
Baan Tonpoa Sankampeang district is the mulberry paper production source for hundred years that reect the ancient intellectual that they possessed the ability to bring the plant from nature to create value and have unique especially the using of dust that is the alkaline to mix with the mulberry ber to make it sticker, mix wiht Tako water and can use as water resistible, well quality, good design until it can be brought to create other material such as umbrella.  The dominant characteristic of the product is the using of matural materials with good design, durable and water resistance.

credit :  OTOP City 2009