Central provinces bracing for Chao Phraya overflows from Saturday

23 Sept 05:04 Key points summarised by AI

Ten central provinces, including Bangkok, are advised to prepare for Chao Phraya River overflows starting Saturday due to increased water release from the Chao Phraya Dam.
The Royal Irrigation Department will boost water discharge to 2,000m3/s to manage rising water volumes from upstream, prompting local governments to ready embankments and emergency teams for potential flooding.

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.