By mid August new movie ratings will take effect in Thailand:
- “Sor” (from song serm that means “promoted”) for educational films people are encouraged to see
- “Thor” (from thua pai meaning “general”) for films suitable for the general audience
- “Nor 13+” (Nor is from naenam meaning “advisory”) for films suitable for those over 13
- “Nor 15+”;
- “Nor 18+”
- “Chor 20+” (Chor is from chapor that means “specific”) for films restricted for persons under 20, and
- films that are banned from showing in Thailand.
Bangkok Airport Guide with airport transport, airport hotel and how to find the right airport for your flight.
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In nearly all Thai houses you find a Buddha room, or if they are less wealthy at least a Buddha corner, with several Buddha statues, candles and incense sticks.
And most houses also have a corner for King Rama V., who is worshiped like a god by most Thais.
And at least a picture of the current king, King Rama IX or Bhumibol Adulyadej. This year Thailand celebrates the 61st year of his accession to throne on June 9, 1946.
When thinking of typical Thai sports, what immediately comes to mind is Thai boxing, but have you ever heard of Takraw?
It’s played by 2 teams of either 2 or 3 players on a court that looks like a volleyball court. The net is a bit lower. The hard rattan ball used may only be touched by feet or head. This fast game takes a lot of practize.
Boys play it during their school breaks, and serious competitions are held during every kind of local festival.
Here is a short video:
Ingredients for 4 – 6 persons:
500 g pork or beef
little bit salt
1/2 green and 1/2 red chilli
200 g Thai Aubergines ( other aubergine will do if not available)
Handful of Basil leaves (Bai Horapha / lat.: Ocimum basilicum)
400 ml Coconut milk (unsweetened)
2 spoons Green Curry paste
3-4 spoons Fishsauce
3-4 spoons sugar
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