Thailand Flower. Miss Udon Sunshine

Thailand Flower. Miss Udon Sunshine

The ”Udon Sunshine” orchid is a hybrid orchid which is crossbred between the foreign Vanda Josephine van Brero and the Thai Vanda denisoniana that was created in the blossoms of northern part of Thailand by a renowned Thai orchid expert, Dr. Pradit Khampermpoon.

The unique blossoms of Udon Sunshine have three remarkable qualities. First is their longlasting quality. If left on the plant, flowers can stay up to 60 days. Those that are cut from the plant can last 15 days at room temperature, but in cool temperatures, the cut flowers can last up to 25 days.

Another remarkable quality of this unique orchid is that it is a scented orchid and can be extracted and blended with citrus and kefir lime leaf to make the first orchid perfume, named “Miss Udon Sunshine.”

Besides being long-lasting and sweetsmelling, the color of the orchid varies according to the temperature. In the temperature range of 10-15° Celsius, the orchids become bright red, while at the higher temperature of 15-20° Celsius, the flowers change to golden yellow. However, if the temperature is higher than 20° Celsius, the color then changes to deep yellow.

Miss Udon Sunshine has already been patented with the World Orchid Association in England.

source : thailand.prd.go.th

Thailand Travel. Special Package by Amari Coral Beach & Spa

One of Thailand's most popular islands, Phuket is often called the Pearl of the Andaman Sea. On a secluded headland on Patong Bay, Amari Coral Beach Resort & Spa offers first-class accommodation, two swimming pools, diving and sports facilities and a range of fine restaurants. The hotel has been completely renovated in a contemporary modern design.

In addition, the Sivara Spa makes sure that you can really relax and spoil yourself.

Planning a trip to Thailand for business or pleasure - why not select one of our extremely popular packages, including accommodation, daily breakfast and many other options depending on the package of your choice.

We can also assist to arrange golf, diving, or spa activities during your stay - and for those special occasions, why not arrange for champagne and roses in the room for you and your loved one?

Ultimate Relaxation Spa Package Why not escape from the daily stress for a few days of total relaxation. This 3 night package allows time to unwind and chill out. The included spa treatment package at Amari’s signature Sivara Spa will ensure that you are revitalized and refreshed.

Amari Getaway Planning a short vacation in Thailand – then book an Amari Getaway Package. Everything is taken care of from transfers to the airport, a welcome dinner and 3 night’s accommodation with daily American buffet breakfast. Some properties offer unique sightseeing options from jungle adventures in Chiang Mai to family fun in Samui.

Celebration Package A package designed to help you celebrate the special things in life – from a wedding anniversary to a birthday. Sometimes you don’t need a reason – just treat yourself. This 3 night package includes deluxe accommodation, a three-course candlelit dinner and a champagne breakfast.

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Thailand Travel. Ancient Town of Kanchanaburi

Ancient Town of Kanchanaburi

Located in Tambon Lat Ya between Km. 2 – 3 on Highway 3199 off Highway 323. It used to be a border outpost confronting Burmese armies arriving through the Three Pagodas Pass since the Ayutthaya through Rattanakosin Periods (ca. 1548 – 1784). Mounds of the rectangular earthen wall measuring 167 x 355 sq.m. and four corner fortresses still remain to be seen. Ancient monuments within its vicinity include:

Wat Pa Lelai, known locally as Wat Pha Ok and built in the Ayutthaya Period. The Mondop – a square building – once enshrined a seated Buddha image in the gesture of subduing Mara, which was drilled through the chest – ‘Pha Ok’ in Thai. An image of the Buddha receiving offerings from a monkey and an elephant known as ‘Palilayaka’ - Pa Lelai - was later constructed to replace the former one. Remains of architecture within the temple include Mondop, Wihan and round brick Chedi with clay mortar and cement coating.

Wat Khun Phaen, from the side entrance of Wat Pa Lelai toward the training camp of the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, this is an abandoned temple built in the Ayutthaya Period. The complex included Phra Prang, which was the principal building of the temple, remains of which are still to be seen, Phra Ubosot, directional and satellite Chedis, and Wihan.

Wat Mae Mai, built in the Ayutthaya Period and located some 300 metres to the east of Wat Khun Phaen. There are 2 groups of architectural remains. The remains in the north include a large round Chedi situated on a plinth and rectangular west-facing Wihan. The remains in the south include a medium-scale east-facing Wihan, satellite Chedis and rectangular boundary wall, with a so-called ‘Sa Lang Kraduk’ or ‘bone-washing’ pond in between.Ruins of Wat Nang Phim or Wat Kanchanaburi Kao are located nearby.


source : tourismthailand.org