Marrin and Friends

King's Birthday

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December 6th 2006
I wish I could gush about the amazing things I saw today and the food and the people, but I honestly have to say I was scared for the first time today. It’s the fifth of December, the King’s birthday and the whole nation is celebrating with huge gatherings. This evening Marrin was asked to joint he parade with the other little girls from the orphanage and was dressed up like them for the part ... read more

Asia » Thailand » South-West Thailand » Ao Phang-Nga Marine NP

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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