Fine Arts Department recreates the Phra Phuttha Sihing Buddha

23 Sept 04:27 Key points summarised by AI

The Fine Arts Department commemorates its 112th anniversary by recreating the Phra Phuttha Sihing Buddha, Thailand's third most significant Buddha image, renowned for its beauty and historical journey.
These meticulously crafted replicas, embodying the Sukhothai art style and symbolizing Songkran, will feature a unique piece of an original wooden gable apex from the Phutthaisawan Throne Hall.
A grand consecration ceremony will bless the replicas, which will then be available for purchase, with all proceeds directly funding Thailand's National Antiquities Conservation Fund to preserve national heritage.

Bai Lu meet-and-greet cancelled days after China’s safety warning

Yesterday 15:28 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Tourism and Sports Minister announced the government will seek clarification from the Chinese Embassy regarding its recent travel advisory warning Chinese nationals about safety concerns in Thailand.
The travel advisory is anticipated to negatively impact the number of Chinese tourists visiting Thailand, despite recent increases in arrivals.
A meet-and-greet event featuring Chinese actress Bai Lu, a WeTV Global Ambassador, was abruptly cancelled just days after the Chinese Embassy issued its safety warning, though no official reason was provided.
The Chinese Embassy's advisory urged citizens to beware of job scams, fraudulent investments, suspicious travel arrangements, and the risk of illegal detention or being lured to the Thai-Myanmar border.
Chinese nationals were advised to verify job offers, use legitimate transport, avoid high-risk border areas, protect personal documents, and keep family informed of travel plans.