Her Majesty Queen Sirikit

In Thailand, the 12th August is declared a very special Public Holiday as the wholeNation celebrates the birthday of Somdej Phra
Nangchao Sirikit Phra Boromahajininat (Her Majesty Queen Sirikit). Like His Majesty the King,Queen Sirikit is immensely respected and deeplyloved by the people of Thailand. Her Birthday,
like the King’s, is a national holiday, and isofficially called Mothers Day. Her Majesty QueenSirikit was born on August 12th, 1932. She was the first daughter of Colonel Mom Chao
Nakkhatra Mangkala Kitiyakara, a relative and close supporter of the Royal Family, and of her mother Mom Luang Bua Kitiyakara (nee Mo Luang Bua Snidwongse). Her Majesty was named Mom Rajawongse Sirikit Kitiyakara meaning “The Illustrious Member of Kitiyakara”.
This name was given by her relative, His Majesty King Prajadipok (Rama VII). Her grandfather was HRH Prince Kitiyakara Voralaksana, Prince  of Chandaburi and son of King Rama V, and elder half-brother of HRH Prince Mahidol of Songkla, His Majesty the King Bhumibol’s father.Mom Rajawongse Sirikit’s father was a
member of the Thai Diplomatic Corps, and was successively Thai Ambassador to France,
Denmark and the United Kingdom; Mom Rajawongse Sirikit continued her education in
these countries and in Switzerland. While studying in Switzerland, Mom Rajawongse Sirikit
met His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who was also studying in Switzerland. King Bhumibol
was her first cousin, once removed. When the King was injured in a motor accident and was
hospitalized at Lausanne, Mom Rajawongse Sirikit, accompanied by her mother, was a frequent visitor. This she did on a regular basis and during the King’s recovery and convalescence the friendship blossomed into a
committed royal love affair. Read more on page 2 (COMSERV) projects to further the relationship
between the U.S. Navy and Thailand. Sailors had an opportunity to experience Thai culture
through numerous tours offered by the ship’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) programme. “It’s exciting to see how many sailors signed up to volunteer their free time ashore helping others,” said Cmdr. Brian Haley, a chaplain aboard George Washington. “You’d think with being at sea for so long, they’d want to
relax but they were actually more interested in helping people and making a difference.” Read more on  Pattaya People

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นางสาวยิ่งลักษณ์ ชินวัตร นายกรัฐมนตรีนำคณะรัฐมนตรีผู้ บัญชาการเหล่าทัพ ข้าราชการ เอกอัครราชทูตลงนามถวายพระพร สมเด็จพระนางเจ้าสิริกิติ์พระบรมราชินีนาถ
 
นางสาวยิ่งลักษณ์ ชินวัตร นายกรัฐมนตรี นำคณะรัฐมนตรี ผู้บัญชาการเหล่าทัพ ข้าราชการ เอกอัครราชทูต เดินทางมายังพระตำหนักสวนจิตรลดาเพื่อลงนามถวายพระพร สมเด็จพระนางเจ้าสิริกิติ์พระบรมราชินีนาถ เนื่องในโอกาสมหามงคลเฉลิมพระชนมพรรษา 79 พรรษา 12 สิงหาคม 2554
 
ในการนี้สมเด็จพระนางเจ้าฯ พระบรมราชินีนาถ มีพระราชดำรัสตอบคณะบุคคลต่างๆ ที่เข้าเฝ้าฯถวายพระพรชัยมงคล ใจความตอนหนึ่งว่า
 
“ขอขอบคุณสำหรับคำอวยพร จากทุกภาคส่วน รู้สึกซาบซึ่งในน้ำใจไมตรีเป็นอย่างยิ่ง”
        
และทรงมีพระราชดำรัสถึงพระบาทสมเด็จพระเจ้าอยู่หัว ด้วยว่า พระองค์ทรงสบายขึ้นมากแล้ว แต่แพทย์ยังคงแนะนำให้ทำกายภาพบำบัด เพื่อให้แข็งแรงทรงงานได้เพิ่มขึ้น อีกทั้งยังทรงติดตามโครงการต่างๆ และทรงห่วงใยถึงสถานการณ์ฝนตกน้ำท่วม ได้พระราชทานสิ่งของไปช่วย รวมทั้งเชิญหน่วยงานที่เกี่ยวข้องมาประชุมหาแนวทางช่วยประชาชนอย่างเต็มที่       
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Chaopho Kut Pong Shrine and the City Pillar Shrine

 



located approximately 100 metres from the fountain roundabout next to the Kut Pong Public Park. It is an ancient shrine highly respected among the people. The city pillar shrine was constructed in 1982. The city pillar was made of the golden shower wood elaborately carved into a lotus shape at its top and gilded with gold leaf on black lacquer with a height of 139 centimetres.

Wat Pho Chai Na Phueng

is situated at Ban Na Phueng, Tambon Na Phueng. The temple is assumed to have been constructed during the late period of the Ayutthaya Empire. Enshrined within the abbot’s cell is the Prachao Ong Saen Buddha image, an ancient image of the town for many generations. The image is sitting cross-legged with an oval face, a flame-like spire at the top of the image’s hair, and a cloth over the image’s shoulder made of gold, silver, and copper alloy. It is assumed to be the Chiang Saen style of art. Besides, within the compound of the Wihan or locally called Aram are mural paintings of the Buddha’s biography and local literature. The north side of the mural states that the paintings were made in 1852 during the reign of King Rama IV. At the outside of this same Ubosot are paintings which were later created in 1916. It can be considered as a very precious ancient monument and object of Loei province. The Fine Arts Department registered the temple as an important national ancient monument on 1 February, 1987. To get there Take the Loei – Dan Sai route for approximately 82 kilometres, turn right into Highway No. 2113 and go further along the Dan Sai – Na Haeo route for 23 kilometres.

 

Phi Ta Khon Museum

is situated within the compound of Wat Phon Chai, 82 kilometres from Amphoe Mueang. It is an educational attraction for those interested in the Bun Luang and Phi Ta Khon Festivals. The museum’s buildings are made of wood displaying the background of Dan Sai town, Phi Ta Khon exhibition, demonstration of Phi Ta Khon mask-making and various souvenirs. It is open daily from 9.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. Besides, there are an Ubosot reflecting the skills of local craftsmen, as well as, a replica of Phrathat Si Song Rak where Bun Phra Wet and other merit-making festivals, including Bun Luaang Festival and Phi Ta Khon 

 

Phu Ruea High Altitude Agricultural Research Station

Phu Ruea District is an ideal location for growing exotic flora such as African violets, hydrangeas, petunias and phlox due to its cool and dry climate pattern which is hardly seen in any other northeastern province. The staff of the Research Station works with local farmers to promote new cash crops such as macadamia, strawberries, passion fruit, potted and table plants and cut flowers. In addition, the station is responsible for plant species research of species such as peaches, Chinese chestnuts, grapes, Chinese pears, macadamia nuts, strawberries, etc. The station also produces plant seeds, publicizes technology, and provides training for local farmers and concerned parties. The station is not merely a research center for educational purposes, but is also the hub for the exchange of technological knowledge and real-life experiences (local wisdom). Other responsibilities of the station include oversight of a wild-life sanctuary and welcoming visitors who come to appreciate the beauty of its ideal location and its activities. Tourist facilities include toilets, accommodations, food and beverages. Lectures complete with a demonstration of flower gardening and ornamental plant plantations are also provided. Advance booking is recommended (at least 3 weeks). Location: Tambon Pla Ba, Amphoe phu Ruea, Loei 42160, Tel. 042 – 891398, 891199

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