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Exploring Xi’an’s Rich History at Shaanxi History Museum

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Xi'an, renowned for its Terracotta Warriors, conceals a deeper historical tapestry beneath its surface. Having served as the capital for over 10 dynasties, including the Han, Xin, Tang, and Ming, the city is a treasure trove of history. For those unable to immerse themselves in the complexities of these dynasties all at once, a visit to Xi'an's old town, specifically the Shaanxi History Museum, is a must.
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Ayutthaya: Going for Gold

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From paper-thin gold sheets of the Buddha to gold swords, head decorations and a crown, the Chao Sam Phraya National Museum in Ayutthaya province, central Thailand, has filled its new Gold Treasure Exhibition Building with 2,244 pieces of gold artefacts and ornaments made around the fifteenth century.
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A Journey through Thailand’s Enigmatic Buddha Splendours

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In an unprecedented revelation, the Bangkok National Museum unveils an exquisite tapestry of 81 Buddha images, each meticulously sculpted over an expansive span of 1,300 years. Until September 10, a captivating fusion of aesthetic allure and profound spirituality beckons visitors to immerse themselves in an extraordinary experience.
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Best places to celebrate the candle festival

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Devotees, Buddhist followers, and artists unite to present beautifully-crafted candles to temples, symbolizing the guiding light for monks and novices during their retreat and Buddhist teachings. From Ubon Ratchathani to Nan provinces, here are the country’s best place to celebrate the Khao Phansa Festival.
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Ratchaburi: Journey into the past

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Nestled eight kilometres northwest of downtown Ratchaburi, the Khao Ngu Stone Park is a hidden gem adorned with scattered caves and limestone mountains. Formerly a stone mill, it now offers visitors a chance to bask in the awe-inspiring beauty of the reservoir and relish panoramic mountaintop vistas. The lesser-known sanctuary entices small-time archaeologists and spiritual seekers to explore the timeless allure of ancient Buddhist art adorning the sacred caves.
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BAGAN: Within these walls

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Known as the valley of 2,000 pagodas, the ancient city of Bagan is the highlight of any visit to Myanmar. Located on the vast plains of Upper Myanmar on the bend of the Ayeyarawaddy, its beauty stems not just from its gilded pagodas and stone temples but its murals. And the frescos at one temple alone – the Sulamani – are worth a second and even third trip to Bagan.
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Bagan: Pagodas in the mist

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Anyone in Bagan can construct a pagoda. More than 10,000 structures were built between the 11th and 13th centuries, ranging from a commoner's pagoda to the king's stupa with its gilded pinnacle. Today, more than 2,000 pagodas still stand. Visit Bagan, once a capital of a great ancient empire, and discover the beauty and truth hidden within the historical monuments.
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Sdok Kok Thom: Labours of love and hard work

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In the 1980s, the eleventh-century temple of Sdok Kok Thom in Sa Kaeo province wasn’t your typical tourist attraction. Back then, this Hindu monument, an...
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