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A unified Thai kingdom was established in the mid-14th century. Known as Siam until 1939, Thailand is the only Southeast Asian country never to have been taken over by a European power. A bloodless revolution in 1932 led to a constitutional monarchy.... [read more]
A unified Thai kingdom was established in the mid-14th century. Known as Siam until 1939, Thailand is the only Southeast Asian country never to have been taken over by a European power. A bloodless revolution in 1932 led to a constitutional monarchy.... [read more] Blog: Xin Nian Kuai Le!
Date: January 22nd 2011
Ah, the phrase of the month: xin nian kuai le!! or happy new year. As I wind down from celebrating that old fashioned western new year that takes place on january first and is only celebrated for one night, the chinese new year has arrived in a rush of choreographed dances, holiday bonuses in red envelopes, and masses of red decorations. It appears to be celebrated for at least 5 or 6 weeks, to co ... read more
Date: January 22nd 2011
Ah, the phrase of the month: xin nian kuai le!! or happy new year. As I wind down from celebrating that old fashioned western new year that takes place on january first and is only celebrated for one night, the chinese new year has arrived in a rush of choreographed dances, holiday bonuses in red envelopes, and masses of red decorations. It appears to be celebrated for at least 5 or 6 weeks, to co ... read more
