A Time-Honored Tradition of Blessing and Prophecy Every year in Bangkok, there’s a special event called the Royal Ploughing Ceremony. It’s an old tradition that helps connect Thailand to its farming past. This event, also known as Phuech Mongkol Day, is organized by the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives. In 2024, it happened at Sanam […]

Royal Museum of His Majesty King Rama VI Mahachati Preaching Ticy City is excited to be part of the invitation to host the special Mahachati Preaching International Ceremony and the grand opening of the Mrigadayavan Palace on Thursday, May 16, 2024, starting from 1 pm onwards. This ceremony will feature teachings from Buddhist scriptures. On […]

Enhancing Quality of Life in an Aging Society The growing crisis of elderly care, witnessed not only in Thailand but also in many countries worldwide, demands serious attention. Ticy City recently stumbled upon a thought-provoking article from the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers Association (PReMA) shedding light on innovative solutions to enhance the quality of life […]

Laborers “The labor movement did not diminish the strength of the nation but enlarged it. By raising the living standards of millions, labor miraculously created a market for industry and lifted the whole nation to undreamed of levels of production.” – Martin Luther King Jr. Let’s reflect on the origins of May Day, also known […]

Bangkok  In April, alongside the vibrant festivities of Songkran, an essential Thai tradition, there’s another significant event often overlooked—Bangkok City Foundation Day. Observed on April 21st annually, it commemorates the establishment of Bangkok as well as the raising of its city pillar. This year marks the 242nd anniversary of Bangkok City. Let’s rewind to the […]

Impact of Songkran Festival on Tourism Economy Songkran isn’t just a social affair; it’s a major economic driver for Thailand. With tourism being a cornerstone of the country’s income, especially during festivities like Songkran, everyone’s curious about the financial implications. This year, Thailand pulled out all the stops, especially in bustling cities like Bangkok. Ticy […]

Splashing Across Thailand – Thai New Year Celebration Ticy City brings you the latest update on the “Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2024” event, inviting both Thai nationals and international tourists to partake in preserving Thailand’s cultural heritage and enjoying enriching travel experiences. This nationwide event follows UNESCO’s recognition of Songkran as Thailand’s intangible cultural […]

Exploring the Origins and Fun Traditions of the World’s Favorite Day for Foolish Fun “April Fool’s Day” is a time for playing tricks and pranks on each other for fun (or maybe not so fun, who knows?). It falls on April 1st every year. No one knows exactly where April Fool’s Day originated, but it’s […]

Admire Sky-High Art Along the Chao Phraya River Bank Icon Siam presents the Kite Flying Festival along the banks of the Chao Phraya River, showcasing a blend of kite-flying fun and mesmerizing art against the backdrop of the sky. The warm breeze signifies the season of kite flying, and this year, Icon Siam brings the […]

Challenges from an Aging Society In Japan, the number of deaths has hit a record high since records began in 1899. Last year, over 1.5 million people passed away, and this number is expected to keep going up. Estimates for 2040 suggest deaths could reach up to 2 million. The Ministry of Health, Labour and […]