Prasat Khao Noi is a stone castle that is believed to be a religious place for Hinduism. It is assumed that this castle was built in the 12th Buddhist century and was renovated in the 15th Buddhist century and remained important until the 16th Buddhist century. On top of the little pink hill In the Aranyaprathet District, Sa Kaeo Province, about 1 kilometer from the Thai-Cambodian border. It was registered as an important national historic site March 8, 1935.
This Prasat is a brick building without cement (no mortar). Originally there were 3 after the outer 2 collapsed, leaving only the middle prang and 2 mounds. Many antiques were found in the area.
The most important archaeological artifact is the lintel at Khao Noi. There was a Khmer style lintel of Sambor Pai Kuk. Attached above the door frame of the entrance to the middle prang, the Khao Noi inscription (the oldest inscription in Thailand) is inscribed in Panwa script on the doorframe of the middle prang on the right hand side of the door....
Ershawan Fortification (Ershawan Battery) 二沙湾炮台 or better known as Tenable Gate of the Sea 海門天險 is a battery emplacements camp in Zhongzheng District, Keelung Taiwan.
It was built during Taiwan's Qing era and was the site of combat between the French and Chinese forces during the Sino-French War. It was the command post of Liu Ming-chuan, who was later appointed by Qing court as the first governor of Taiwan, when he was charged with the defense of Keelung during the war. It lost its military value under Japanese rule and is currently listed as a class one national historical monument.
The battery was first constructed in 1840. It was originally located by the sea and was used by the garrison to fend off British assaults during the Opium War. It was part of the Taiwan Seventeen Fortification Plan 台灣十七口設防圖說狀.
The fortification that exists today is not at the seaside. When the Sino-French War broke out in 1884, Liu Ming-chuan, who was in charge of defense ...
Cijin Island (旗津島) is a beautiful little island just a 5-minute ferry ride from Kaohsiung’s Gushan Ferry Pier Station.
Cijin Island (also spelled Qijin) packs a punch with its mix of historical sights, quirky outdoor installations, sweeping views, epic black sand beaches, and legendary sunsets.
Exploring Cijin Island can be a delightful experience, with its beautiful coastline, black fine sand beaches, and scenic photo spots.
The island is small and can be easily explored by renting an electric bike or walking, with many attractions such as Cihou Fort, Cihou Lighthouse, and the Seashell Museum. Visitors can also enjoy the island’s seafood, stroll along the beach, and take in the stunning views of the Kaohsiung harbor.
With its many amenities and activities, Cijin Island is an ideal destination for a half-day or full-day trip, offering something for everyone to enjoy.
It’s a short 5 minute ferry ride from the mainland that costs 30 NTD per person. It’s a great place to...
Port FC hosts the Lamphun Warriors, in a battle at PAT Stadium in Khlong Toei. Port sits in third place so are in need to get 3 points in order to stay relevant in the standings. Lamphun is in 11th and need the points to avoid being in danger of relegation at the end of the season. Lamphun has some talent plus a few players that at one time were wearing Port colors.
As always the atmosphere at PAT Stadium is lively, demonstrating why Port fans are the best and most passionate in Thai football.
Port shined in the second half and generated a lot of much needed offense. It was much closer than it should’ve been with some timely saves by the Lamphun keeper.
Port FC vs Lamphun Warriors January 8th, 2025 - Battle to Start the Second Half - Bangkok Thailand
