Rubber Boat Rafting at the Kek River, Phitsanulok

Rubber Boat Rafting at the Kek River, Phitsanulok

Location: The rafting starts near the highway 12 (Pitsanulok-Lom Sak), around the kilometer 52. It is close to Tha Kham Village, in Amphoe Wang Thong. You may take the sling bridge over Kek River as a landmark.

Characteristics: This small stream does not have any single small rapids. In rainy days, the water turns red and is totally full. In cold season the water is clear but gets lower quite fast. Even in rainy season, the water level is completely unpredictable. The Kek River runs along with the highway 12, therefore you can see the river quite well even while you are on the road. After the river passes through Amp hoe Wang Thong, it will flow out to Nan River at Amp hoe Bang Kratum, Pichit.

Difficulty: Level 2-5

Duration: 2 hours

High lights: The thing that makes this small river the best site for rafting is its frequent, continuous rapids. Although the river is not very long, all travelers visiting here readily admit that they are almost choking on the fun.

      There are several remarkable rapids you should ,note, for example, Pakyang  Rapid which  lays  over  than  a  hundred  meters; Suan Ratchamangkala Rapid which has some emerging rocks that you will need to control the boat to avoid them; Sang Rapid which is similar to a small waterfall; Soparan Rapid which has the S shape; Nang Koy Rapid which is a larger waterfall, etc. After the two hours of fun and excitement, the rafting course will come to an end at Wang Nam Yen Resort.

Caution: Because Kek River is quite a rough and harsh rafting course, you should pay attention to the officers' instructions and signals very well all through the activity. There will be some officers with rescue equipment stationed at every rapid to guarantee the maximum safety.

The Best Season: From July to October

The Dealers:

Pop Tour: +6616803939, +6617070440

Camping Site: +6624332760

Sap Praiwan Grand Hotel: +662236 2711-2

Fuji Tour (Thailand): +6625402971, +6625180204, +6629186070-8

Ranges of Rates: Pop Tour

Program 1: Rafting only (about half a day) 750 Baht each person (at least 4 persons)

Rubber boat with equipment, welcome beverage, and transports from Wang Nam Yen Resort to Ban Tha Kham are included.

Program 2: Rafting and one night stay at Wang Nam Yen Resort 1,595 baht each person (at least 4 persons)

Rubber boat with equipment, 3 meals, an air-conditioned room for 4, welcome beverage, and transports from Wang Nam Yen Resort to Ban Tha Kham are included.

Program 3: Rafting and one night stay at Rain Forest Resort 1,390 Baht each person (at least 4 persons)

Rubber boat with equipment, 3 meals, an air-conditioned room for 4, welcome beverage, and transports from Wang Nam Yen Resort to Ban Tha Kham are included

Program 4: Rafting only (the whole boat) 5,500 Baht each person (not over 8 persons)

Rubber boat with equipment, welcome beverage, and transports from Wang Nam Yen Resort to Ban Tha Kham are included

Fuji Tour (Thailand)

Two days one night program 1,950 Baht each person

Rubber boat with equipment, 3 meals, an air-conditioned room at Sap Priwan Grand Hotel and Resort, insurance, and transports between resort and Kang Song Waterfall are included.

Accommodations:

Sap Praiwan Grand Hotel: +6622362711-2, +6655293293

Wang Nam Yen Resort: +6655293411-4

Rain Forest Resort: +665529 3085-6

Note :

- Around Tha Kham Village is the start of the activity, there is also an sling bridge across the river where you can get the wonderful scenery.

- Kek River begins up there on Petchaboon Mountains. Although it is just a small one, Kek River proves to be one of the very fantastic streams for rafting in Thailand. Spend only two hours on the raft, and you will definitely find the same conclusion.

- The start of rafting is at Tha Kham Village, the water at this part still runs slowly.

- This small river that runs parallel to the Pitsanulok Lom Sak Road. The upper parts of Kaeng Song Waterfall are some fun rapid.

- Sang Rapid creates so many high waves that your raft may be flying if the water is full.

- Kek River has most enjoyable and continuous rapids among all rivers for rafting in Thailand.

- When the water level is just right, the rafting activity will take around 2 hours and will be really impressive.

Tag : Phitsanulok / Rubber Boat Rafting / Boat Rafting

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Nongkhran Samosorn Hall (The Royal Palaces and Halls)

Nongkhran Samosorn Hall
The Royal Palaces and Halls

     Nongkhran Samosorn Hall was built to serve as a hall for use by all members of royalty, and was originally a part of Suan Sunandha Palace. It is now an office of the Department of Local Administration, Ministry of the Interior.

     The one-storey building is in the Renaissance style. Viewed from the outside, it appears to be of two storeys. The building is painted cream with pink roof. On the upper parts, there are rows of pointed arch windows on all sides. Below there are doors on all sides opening onto the verandah that runs around the building. The ceilings and mantel over the doors are decorated with Western-style murals.

     Suan Sunandha was the residence of consorts and princesses. Nongkhran Samosorn Hall was used as the meeting hall and private dining rooms. The building could be used for functions by any member of royalty and was not considered the pro pert y of anyone in particular.

     Part of Suan Sunandha is now Rajaphat Institute Suan Sunandha while the Nongkhran Samosorn Hall, once used as the Bangkok City Hall, has become an office of the Department of Local Administration.

Constructed in the Sixth Reign, 1914
Located at the Department of Local Administration, Interior Ministry, Ratchasima Road, Dusit District, Bangkok
Tel. +662 2 2 1 -015 1-2

Tag: Hall / The Halls / Nongkhran Samosorn Hall / Residential Hall


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Suan kularb Residential Hall (The Royal Palaces and Halls)

Suan kularb Residential Hall
(The Royal Palaces and Halls in Bangkok) 

     H.M.King Chulalongkorn had Suan kularb Residential Hall built for HRH Prince Asdangdechavudh. On the eastern side of the hall is Amphorn Sathan Residential Hall. The hall was named Suan kularb, or rose garden. At present, it is used as a gallery for paintings by H.M. the King.

     The two-storey brick building is in the Western style. The building is painted in a light yellow color, while the roof tiles are red. The interior is beautifully decorated.

     King Rama VI expanded the grounds of Suan kularb and added more buildings. HRH Prince Nakhon Ratchasima lived here until his death in 1924.

     The hall was later used by the office for internal security, and later for other departments of the army. On 17th December, 1996, the army returned Suan kularb to the supervision of the Bureau of the Royal Household.

      Since 28th December, 1999, paintings by HM the King have been put on display at Suan kularb Residential Hall.

Constructed in the Fifth Reign
Located at Dusit Palace, Uthong Road, Dusit District, Bangkok
Tel. +662282-6246-7

Note: H.M.King Chulalongkorn = Fifth Reign = Rama V :  Chulalongkorn : Phra Bat Somdet Phra Poraminthra Maha Chulalongkorn Phra Chunla Chom Klao Chao Yu Hua

Tag : Suan kularb Residential Hall / The Hall / Hall / Phra Tamnak / Tamnak

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The Grand Palace in Thailand

The Grand Palace in Thailand

     There are several classes of palaces in Thailand. The Grand Palace is the main palace of the monarch. This was constructed by King Rama I as his residence, the center of administration of the kingdom, and as the center of royal ceremonies. During the early Ratanakos in period, this palace was called Phra Ratchwang Luang In the Fourth Reign, it was renamed Phra Borom Moho Rotchawang or the Grand Palace. Nowadays, it serves mainly as the center of royal ceremonies and as a center for receiving foreign dignitaries.

Phra Ratchawang is also a royal palace, but of lower status than Phra Borom Moho Ratchawan g It is also the residence of a monarch, and a palace that is designated as Phra Ratchawang must be declared to be so by a royal decree. Up to now, 19 such palaces has been declared Phra Ratchawang such as Boworn Satharn Mongkol Palace , Sanam Chan Palace, etc.

Daeng Residential Hall (The Royal Palaces and Halls)

Daeng Residential Hall
(The Royal Palaces and Halls in Bangkok)

     Daeng Residential Hall formed a part of the Grand Palace. Permission to construct it as the residence  of his elder sister, HRH Princess Sri Sudarak was granted by King Rama I (Phraphutthayotfa Chulalok).

     Daeng Residential  Hall  now forms a  part of the National Museum and displays the personal effects of H.M.Queen  Sri Suriyendra, queen of the Second Reign, and other articles of the early Bangkok  period.

     The one-storey wooden building  is in the Thai architectural style with a tile roof and decorated with chor fa, bai raka, hang hong and nak sadung.

      HRH Princess Sri Sudarak lived at Daeng Residential Hall her entire life. Later, it became the residence of H.M.Queen Sri Suriyendra and H.M. King Pin-klao, her son.

      In the Third  Reign, H.M.Queen Sri Suriyendra went to live at Doem Palace in Thon Buri and King  Rama  III (Phra Bat Somdet Phra Nangklao Chao Yu Hua) ordered to transfer Daeng Residential Hall  there.

      In the Fourth reign, H.M.K ing Pin-klao ordered Daeng Residential Hall, which had once been his residence, to be transferred to Boworn Sathan Mon gkhon Palace. Seventy years later, Daeng Residential   Hall had become very dilapidated, but it was restored using money donated by Queen Savang Vadhana, paternal grand-mother of King Rama IX (King Bhumibol Adulyadej), for its renovation.

      In 1967 the Department of Fine Arts transferred Daeng Residential Hall to the front p art of the palace complex, carried out further renovations and now uses it as a museum.

Constructed in the First Reign, 1782 - King Rama I (Phraphutthayotfa Chulalok)
Located at the Nation al Museum, Na Phra That Road, Phra Nakhon District, Bangkok.
Tel. +662224-1370

Buddhist Temple with a Western Artistry (Niwet Thamma Prawat Temple - Phra Nakhon Sri Ayutthaya)

Buddhist Temple with a Western Artistry
(Niwet Thamma Prawat Temple - Phra Nakhon Sri Ayutthaya)

          Some people may be surprised to make out that the great ancient capital city of Siam, which Buddhism has been very prosperous and boosts numerous magnificent temples, also embraces a monastery built in Gothic architectural style. This place is Wat Niwet Thamma Prawat, located on a small island in Ayutthaya.

         Seeing the   temple   at the   first glimpse, most people normally misconstrue that it's a Christian church as the architectural style and the decoration details, especially the ordination hall, are all adopted from Western style architecture according to the King Rama V's decision to have the temple constructed in the style in 1878. The buildings, therefore, were made of brick plastered with stucco and features Gothic architectural form which Westerners prevalently use when constructing their churches . The pointed arches, the stained glass windows, and the stained glass installed over the entrance depicting the royal image of King Rama V look really fabulous with elaborate details.

      The  ancient  city  of  Ayutthaya  is not only famous for its long history and countless exquisite monasteries but the province also houses Bang Pa-In Pal­ ace, a fabulous  spot we recommend to visit, as the summer palace can illustrate well the prosperity of art and architecture in Thailand. A long day for someone will turn into a very short time, but with extensive impression and longing to revisit this magnificent city again and again.

Niwet Thamma Prawat Temple
Location: Naa Lane Subdistrict, Bang Pa-In District, Ayutthaya
Tel: +6635 262 788

Discover The Joy of Relaxing: Zense of Joy Spa

Discover The Joy of Relaxing: Zense of Joy Spa

     Zense of Joy day spa and wellness center, a breathtaking place of calm and relax, located among chaotic atmosphere of Silom Road. You will feel naturally comfortable with its wonderful interior design using modern bright, clear tone.

     A warm welcome in Green Spa concept which the whole system concerns with environment is given in all processes. Since the very beginning, naturally feeling is offered to all customers by changing their shoes to natural fiber flip-flops before entering reception area.

     Exclusively available at Zense of Joy, Chi Nei Tsang massage, a Chinese massage therapy focuses on the navel center of the body. Due to our work stress and unhealthy eating habits, could it be that we are masking the abdominal tension, block of blood circulation, and organ efficiency reduction. Unlike muscle pain which can be obviously noticed, abdominal abnormality cannot be observed until you try and have Chi Nei Tsang massage. It lets you know whether your abdominal organ is tense.  Therapist gently kneads and presses  on your organs together with noticing and diagnosing. The massage addresses abdominal organs such as intestines, liver, kidneys, spleen, and stomach in order to work properly. Moreover, it heals many conditions, for example, stomach gas, menstrual cramps, blood circulation through the heart, backache, abdominal tension, and stress.

     Zense of Joy is a complete day spa. There are not only specialized experts who are always able to advice you about beauty and treatments used from tip to toe but therapists can also give you a physical therapy service.

Zense of Joy Spa:  Silom Branch
Location: G floor Liberty Square Bd., Silom Road., Bangkok
Tel: +662 631 2200
Official Website: www.zenseofjoy.com