Phimai

Ancient Khmer Ruins In Phimai

Anonymous — Thu, 02 May 2002 07:41:30 +0000

With the now excellent condition of the Korat Highway, the gateway to Isaan has become a viable weekend destination without the onset of traffic foul ups (excluding the annual pilgrimage to the Surin...

Angkor Lite: Thailand's Phimai Sanctuary

Anonymous — Sat, 26 Apr 2003 06:02:06 +0000

At its height, the Khmer Empire encompassed most of Indochina and Thailand. Although Siam threw off the Khmer yoke through repeated invasions in the 13th and 14th centuries, it continues to bear the...

Prasat Hin Phimai: How and Why?

Anonymous — Tue, 12 Dec 2006 23:03:49 +0000

Everything you would want to know about Prasat Hin Phimai. This stunning Issan landmark, located in the province of Nakhon Ratchasima, in northeast Thailand, is an important religious sanctuary.

A Dog is for Life

Anonymous — Tue, 12 Dec 2006 23:19:17 +0000

An anecdote about Thai rural life.

The Legend of Padjitt and Orapima

Anonymous — Tue, 12 Dec 2006 22:46:06 +0000

The Legend of Orapima and Prince Padjitt. Why Prasat Hin Phimai was built and how Phimai got it's name.

I'll Have Wax Sculptures, Flowers On the Side, Hold the Suffering

Anonymous — Fri, 25 Apr 2003 18:55:26 +0000

In July, Americans set off explosives to commemorate the "rockets' red glare" attending their country's independence. The Thais, meanwhile, make wax sculptures and offer flowers to commemorate the...