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Scotsman who framed old Siam
Scotsman who framed old Siam
SUNDAY, AUGUST 31, 2025
When Scottish photographer John Thomson arrived in Siam in 1865, the art of photography was in its infancy.Missionary who left his mark on Siam
Missionary who left his mark on Siam
SUNDAY, AUGUST 24, 2025
When Jean-Baptiste Pallegoix left a quiet village of France in 1830, he could hardly have imagined that his life’s work would be remembered in Siam nearly two centuries laterBangkok’s epic name: The longest city name in the world
Bangkok’s epic name: The longest city name in the world
SATURDAY, JULY 19, 2025
Did you know that Bangkok holds the title for the longest city name in the world? With 168 characters in Thai, the full name of the Thai capital is a monumental mouthful. But behind its length lies a story rich in symbolism, spiritual power, and cultural pride. Let’s dive into the fascinating tale of why Bangkok has such a grand name and what it really means.The Suntharaporn Band: The soundtrack of unity and patriotism during WWII
The Suntharaporn Band: The soundtrack of unity and patriotism during WWII
SATURDAY, JULY 12, 2025
During the darkest days of World War II, Thailand found strength and unity through the power of music, thanks to the legendary Suntharaporn Band. Thailand's brilliant strategy: How it survived colonisation
Thailand's brilliant strategy: How it survived colonisation
SATURDAY, JULY 05, 2025
Thailand’s history stands out in Southeast Asia as the only country that successfully avoided colonisation by European powers. While most of its neighbours were absorbed into British or French colonial empires, Thailand managed to retain its independence, thanks to a combination of strategic diplomacy, modernisation, and calculated concessions.A foreign footprint in old Siam
A foreign footprint in old Siam
SUNDAY, MAY 18, 2025
Dan Beach Bradley introduced Western medicine and printing to 19th-century ThailandStep into Siam's past through historic glass plate photos
Step into Siam's past through historic glass plate photos
FRIDAY, MAY 16, 2025
Discover rare images from King Rama V’s reign. A powerful glimpse into Siam’s transformation through the lens of early photography.How people in old Siam kept their drinks cool
How people in old Siam kept their drinks cool
SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2025
Before ice became a daily staple in Thai households and street stalls, Siam had its own clever ways of beating the heat—especially when it came to enjoying a cool drink. But how exactly did people manage to chill their beverages in the sweltering climate of 19th-century Southeast Asia? The answer lies in a fascinating blend of ingenuity, science and a little help from international trade.The curious origins of the 'white elephant
The curious origins of the 'white elephant
MONDAY, APRIL 07, 2025
How a sacred symbol of royal power in Thailand became a global idiom for burdensome and costly possessionsKrissada Sukosol Clapp Founder & Creative Director of The Siam I Time To Talk Ep14
Krissada Sukosol Clapp Founder & Creative Director of The Siam I Time To Talk Ep14
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 08, 2024
We sat down with Krissada Sukosol Clapp, the Founder and Creative Director of The Siam Hotel. He opens up about his journey of creating this stunning hotel from the ground up on his family’s heritage land, supported by his family and a dedicated team.