Big Buddha is a giant statue of Buddha encased in Burmese alabaster that towers over Phuket from the peak of Mount Nagakerd. Construction on Big Buddha began in 2007, and Phuketians are proud of ...

Two Birmingham restaurants have been voted as the best in their field across the Midlands in the 2025 Deliveroo Awards.

Be the person that someone or the other will look up to”, is the mantra that won Thailand’s Opal Suchata Chuangsri her Miss ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ... auction of ancient gem relics linked to the Buddha’s remains at the last hour after the Indian government ...

disrespecting Buddha himself. Then there is the issue of big temples, or are they just big distractions? Just take a look around Thailand. Many temples have been built or are being erected.

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From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ... include gemstones and ritual items associated with Buddha. The Ministry of Culture announced on Monday that ...

At the Dunes Course at La Vie Est Belle golf club, 90 minutes out of Seoul, Kaewkanjana engaged in a thrilling showdown with his countryman Poom Saksansin (73). But a one-under-par 70 gave Kaewkanjana ...

Phuket is among the most popular destinations in Thailand, though it’s not for everyone. In this guide, we’ll explore the ...

So here you go, a guide on where to go in Thailand between May and October. From island hopping in Phuket and Phang Nga and ...

Cleopatra's Kitchen was named Best Middle Eastern restaurant in the North England and Midlands category. The venue specialises in shawarma and mezze, serving up fan-favourite kebabs on the Stratford ...

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