In the Country

Perspectives on life in the countryside, creativity, sustainability, food and cultures.

Take a short break from the city to explore northern Thailand's gentle world and indulge in creative pursuits in the countryside

Chiangmai

Every direction out from Chiangmai city, one would be confronted with great nature within minutes. A post-lunch walk on the misty road in...

Spring or summer, does it matter?

My basket is full of food I picked along the path to wherever An aimless time in an endless afternoon Spring or summer, does it...

Where we meet

Vana Som is a peaceful place in the forest of Maerim. This is where some artists, cooks, farmers and writers meet.

Lanna

Roses of the Forest

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Winter

The mild winter in Thailand's north is just fine as it's never too cold. Say the buffaloes.

Misty tea plantation

Mild wintry weather has begun in Chiang Mai. Never a harsh cold at all-- just lovely, lovely in a misty tea plantation!

Lanterns

This iconic image is synonymous with a Northern Thai tradition during this month when hundreds of thousands of lanterns are let to float...

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