Thailand’s Ko Kradan voted best beach on World Beach Guide site

24 Sept 08:38 Key points summarised by AI

Ko Kradan, an island in Thailand's Andaman Sea, secured the top spot as the best beach on Earth 2023 by the UK's World Beach Guide website.
Four other Thai beaches—Railay, Freedom Beach, Laem Beach, and Tanot Bay Beach—also ranked within the Top 100 globally.
Ko Kradan, part of Hat Chao Mai National Park, is celebrated for its largely unspoiled natural beauty and stunning powdery white sand beaches.

Lamphun in a New Light

Today 15:02 Key points summarised by AI

Lamphun illuminates its ancient city with two concurrent light festivals: the high-tech VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN and the traditional Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival.
VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN transforms historic landmarks into an outdoor gallery, using projections and multimedia to animate Lamphun's history, including Queen Chamadevi's story.
The Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival, part of Yi Peng, fills temples and streets with countless traditional lanterns, symbolizing Buddhist devotion and personal wishes.
These festivals offer a unique after-dark experience, blending contemporary light art with centuries-old Lanna traditions, connecting visitors to Lamphun's past and faith.