Two significant books regarding tribal groups in the northern Luzon Gran Cordillera area recently caught our eyes here at WoWasis. They’re both valuable for scholars as well as travelers, and are available at the bookstore in the Bontoc Museum, if you happen to be traveling in the area. Masferre: a Tribute to the Philippine Cordillera […]
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Exploring Thai culture at Bangkok’s Siam Society
Bangkok’s best venue for exploring Thai culture and tradition is at the venerated Siam Society, whose exciting complex is on Soi Asok (Sukhumvit Soi 21), just northwest of the (BTS Skytrain Asok, and MRT Subway Sukhumvit stations). We attended an Isaan music and dance performance there for 200 baht, and were treated to fabulous Thai […]
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Approximately 500,000 semi-nomadic tribespeople live in Thailand, comprising some 15-20 tribes. Each has its own culture, dress, language, customs, and belief system. Tribal culture crosses geo-political boundaries, and therefore each group will be known by several names, depending on the modern country in which they’re found, whether it be Thailand, Burma, China, Laos, or […]
Read the rest of this entry »Chiang Mai area: Golden Triangle and Points North
Aside from trekking opportunities, many visitors make the northern run to Chiang Rai and the Golden Triangle, to visit the Mekong area and Burma. There is very little to see in the ancient capital of Chiang Rai, as ancient buildings have been plowed-under. A few minutes north, in the Golden Triangle area, where Thailand, Laos, […]
Read the rest of this entry »Malaysia Oasis Top Ten Sites in Malaysia
Malaysia is full of great places, and here is our short list of highlights, not to be missed. Choose between Peninsular Malaysia, and Malaysian Borneo, or visit both, as air transportation is inexpensive and easy. Tour Malacca, tour Lankawi, tour George Town, or tour Kuala Lumpur now! Peninsular Malaysia 1. Melaka, a charming riverside town, […]
Read the rest of this entry »Shops & markets in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Shopping opportunities abound in Kuala Lumpur, with everything ranging from high end boutique items to brand-name knock-offs that keep international lawyers busy. Jalan Petaling: Same Old, Same Old, Day and Night By day, on two blocks of one of Chinatown’s main streets, you can visit Chinese shops selling everything from incense to dresses, but by […]
Read the rest of this entry »Art Galleries in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
The art scene is just taking off in Kuching, and there are several galleries of note. We expect the gallery scene to grow, so do keep an eye on the art scene here. Here are our favorites: Atelier Gallery 104 Main Bazaar Street Tel: 082-243-492 GPS N01°33.448’ E 110°20.915’ Here, contemporary Malaysian art and design […]
Read the rest of this entry »WoWasis on Bookstores in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
Sarawak’s capital city of Kuching has a number of bookstores, and this is your best spot in Malaysia to pick up books on Sarawak. Several of these stores are within a few blocks of each other, allowing you to browse and compare selection before buying. See our book reviews for an idea of what’s […]
Read the rest of this entry »Lacquerware in Chiang Mai, Thailand
There are still a few lacquerware shops operating in and around the Chiang Mai area. Chiang Mai lacquerware was designed to provide a waterproof finish to bowls, trays, and cabinets, utilizing lacquer produced from a tree found in Burma and northern Thailand. Today, lacquer, which is officially banned in Thailand due to its toxicity, is […]
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