Devotees Gathered at Wat Chai Mongkol in Pattaya During Makha Bucha Day
Pattaya —
Wat Chai Mongkol held a vibrant celebration of Makha Bucha Day on Saturday, February 24th, drawing devotees and Buddhists from across Pattaya and nearby communities.
Makha Bucha Day, observed on the 15th day of...
Makha Bucha Arrives This Saturday with Nationwide Alcohol Sale Ban in Thailand
National —
Makha Bucha, the second most important Buddhist day for Thai people, is only a few days away from today, February 19th, 2024. If you're visiting Thailand during this time, here is what you...
Dispute Over Removal of Khru Kai Kaeo Statue Leads to Legal Proceedings in Bangkok
Bangkok—
At 8:00 AM, on December 28th, 2023, Mr. Pairot Thungthong, the owner of Night Bazaar Hotel, Chatuchak, Bangkok, held a religious ceremony to remove a controversial statue, Khru Kai Kaeo, from the vicinity.
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Pattaya City Celebrates 45th Anniversary and Honors Founding Benefactor
Pattaya —
Pattaya City commemorated its 45th anniversary with a special event held at City Hall yesterday, November 29th. The event paid tribute to Mr. Prinya Chawalitthamrong, a generous benefactor who donated 10 rai...
Pattaya Police Patrol City to Ensure No Alcohol Sold During End of Buddhist Lent...
Pattaya —
Pattaya police and city officials conducted a citywide patrol yesterday, October 29th, to ensure that businesses complied with the no-alcohol sale policy during the end of Buddhist Lent Day.
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Alcohol Sales Banned for End of Buddhist Lent This Upcoming Sunday
Thailand –
The end of Buddhist Lent this year will be on Sunday, October 29th when alcohol sales will be banned nationwide for 24 hours.
The End of Buddhist Lent also called “Awk Phansa” in Thai...
Thailand’s Muslim Spiritual Leader Dies Days After His Brother was Stabbed to Death
PRESS RELEASE:
Following the announcement of Office of the Sheikhul Islam regarding H.E. Mr. Aziz Phitakkumpon, the 18th Sheikhul Islam of the Kingdom of Thailand, who was receiving medical treatment under Royal Patronage at Chulalongkorn...
Pattaya City Braces for Famous Vegetarian Festival 2023
Pattaya —
The exciting Pattaya Vegetarian Festival is about to begin this weekend, running from October 14th to October 24th, 2023.
This festival, rooted in Taoism, revolves around honoring the Nine Emperor Gods. Locally known as...
The Original Thailand Vegetarian Festival Begins in Phuket This Weekend
The annual Phuket Vegetarian Festival will be held for nine days starting this upcoming weekend. This year the festival will be from October 15th to October 23rd, 2023.
The Vegetarian Festival is a belief of...
Buddhist Bangkokians Demand Removal of What They Call a Disturbing Statue
Bangkok —
Buddhist people in Bangkok are demanding the removal of a tall, mystical statue that they claimed is disturbing and fear-inducing.
The statue, which is located in a private area of the Night Bazaar Hotel...
