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Most dangerous swing in Thailand…

There is a giant swing in Thailand called Sao Chingcha (เสาชิงช้า) that stands at 21m in front of Wat Suthat temple at Phra Nakhon district. It was constructed in 1784 in front of the Devasathan shrine by King Rama I. In 1935, the swing ceremony was discontinued due to several fatal accidents. The ceremony involved swinging […]

Thai people believe that spirit cloths can help to…

Thai people believe that spirit cloths can help to repel ghosts, protect their owners from danger, attract cash, build political power, offer good luck, or even help to enhance their sex lives! These spirit cloths, known as pha yant (ผ้ายันต์), are often framed above doors or mounted on walls in public. Pronounced “phaa yan”, the words translate […]

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