Muay Boran: The Deadly Predecessor of Muay Thai

Muay Boran: The Deadly Predecessor of Muay Thai

While most people are familiar with Thailand’s national martial art, Muay Thai, far less is understood about its ancient forerunner, Muay Boran. Muay Boran is not a spectator sport. Like its counterparts in the region and around the world, this precursor to Muay Thai...
Navigating Thailand’s Water-Based Culture

Navigating Thailand’s Water-Based Culture

If you’ve ever overheard a conversation in Thai, you may have heard the word nam sprawled throughout. You may have heard mae nam, which translates to “mother water” and means “river.” In another, you may have heard nam jai, literally “heart...
Icon NOW Spotlights 3 Thai Icons

Icon NOW Spotlights 3 Thai Icons

As part of Thailand NOW’s mission to share authentic insights into all things Thai, we’re spotlighting iconic individuals who have not only excelled in their respective areas, but influenced the complex tapestry of Thailand as it exists today and, in doing so, inspire...
Textile Artist Unravels Ambition into Compassion

Textile Artist Unravels Ambition into Compassion

As part of Thailand NOW’s mission to share authentic insights into all things Thai, we’re spotlighting iconic individuals who have not only excelled in their respective areas, but influenced the complex tapestry of Thailand as it exists today and, in doing so, inspire...