Description Lanna Architecture: Temples and Houses The morning begins with a visit to Wat Ton Kwen, one of the finest examples of classic Lanna architecture in Northern Thailand. It offers a unique example of the relationship between Buddhist cosmological concepts and the design of sacred space. Then enter the old city of Chiang Mai to […]
Description: Join our photography interest group, dedicated to bringing together individuals who share a passion for photography. Whether you are a seasoned photographer or a beginner just starting out, our meetings will provide an engaging and supportive environment where you can learn, share tips and tricks, and review each other's work. The group will explore […]
Description Loy Krathong, the festival celebrated by Thai people on the full moon night of the twelfth month of the Thai lunar calendar, is probably the most well known and most charming of all Thai festivals. The term “Loy Krathong” literally means to float a krathong, which is a small religious offering containing flowers, candles, […]
Dates: Tuesdays, October 29; Nov 5, 12, 19 & 26 Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am Cost: 1,300 THB for six sessions (for all five weeks) Description Yoga can help you learn to move with awareness and find balance physically and mentally. In this introductory course, participants will learn practical yoga movements that can be […]
Description: This event features the screening of the 2021 documentary movie, “Piano Lessons: The Life and Art of German Diez-Nieto”, followed by an interview with Bennett Lerner and filmmaker and pianist, Francesca Khalifa, and a discussion with the audience. In addition, throughout the discussion, there will be piano demonstrations by our presenters. The film tells […]
Description This 4 week seminar is designed to engage newcomers to Thailand, as well as seasoned expats through presentations, Q&A, and discussions. Improving on last year’s highly acclaimed series, this year’s content will be more focused on actual everyday situations that expatriates may experience. It will help expatriates to better understand and thus more easily interact […]
Description The presentation examines Thailand’s wars in Laos from the early 19th century, how these wars have shaped Thai culture and society, and how they reflect Thai beliefs. It explores how Thai and Vietnamese rivalries affected current attitudes and cultures, and how unusual migration and population movements were caused by war. The lecture demonstrates one […]
Description: In February, 2024, Lifelong Learning Payap in conjunction with the Chiang Mai Expats Club hosted the highly acclaimed “End of Life” series. Many participants expressed an interest in visiting some of the care facilities for seniors that are available in Chiang Mai. Lifelong Learning thus arranged a visit to four facilities over two days. […]
Dates: Tuesdays, October 29; Nov 5, 12, 19 & 26 Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am Cost: 1,300 THB for six sessions (for all five weeks) Description Yoga can help you learn to move with awareness and find balance physically and mentally. In this introductory course, participants will learn practical yoga movements that can be […]
Description This 4 week seminar is designed to engage newcomers to Thailand, as well as seasoned expats through presentations, Q&A, and discussions. Improving on last year’s highly acclaimed series, this year’s content will be more focused on actual everyday situations that expatriates may experience. It will help expatriates to better understand and thus more easily […]