Kale in the "Decoding Thai" event: Thinking about "Thainess", thinking about "what is it?"

"Kanna's Decoding Thai Exhibition Adventure"

Hello everyone! 👋

We've been meeting quite often lately, haven't we? Don't get tired of me just yet! 😜

For this blog, I, Kanna, guarantee you a hilarious and entertaining experience!

Today, I'm taking you all on a tour of the "Decoding Thai" exhibition at Museum Siam.

Get ready to immerse yourselves in all things Thai, exploring familiar aspects of our culture in a way that will leave you grinning from ear to ear.

But before we dive into the exhibition, let's play a little game.

Think about what comes to mind when you think of "uniquely Thai" things.

1. ……………………………..

2. ……………………………..

3. ……………………………..

I'm sure you've all come up with some amazing and uniquely Thai answers!

Now, let's see if your answers are featured in this exhibition.

Are you ready? If so, let's put on our biggest smiles and follow me!

Let's explore the wonders of Thai culture together!

This is your entrance ticket. This zone is not free. You need to purchase a ticket at the counter downstairs first.

You will receive a ticket in the form of a Thai-patterned booklet. The back has a familiar multiplication table, which is cutely replicated.

Kan Na got the ticket. Kan Na almost begged the officer, almost pleading for her life, not to punch a hole in the card so that it wouldn't be beautiful.

Because Kan Na wants to keep it as a souvenir. It's really cute, huhuhuhu~

And here it is! When we open the Thai-patterned cover,

we will get clear card sheets with various unique Thai patterns.

My card has a dancing lady pattern, while the photographer's card has a tuk-tuk pattern. They are so cute! >///<

With our tickets in hand, we ascended to the second floor.

The First Exhibition Room

Upon entering the first exhibition room, Kan Na was momentarily stunned.

At first glance, she thought she saw a sea butterfly. However, upon closer inspection, she realized it was a Nang Kwak, a Thai fertility goddess.

The highlight of this room is the statue of Nang Kwak, named "Khun Eib Iem".

The officer explained to me the origin of Khun Eib. Nang Kwak is a statue of a woman in a Thai dress with a beautiful face and a good figure. It is believed that worshipping her will help attract money and customers, making her popular among Thai merchants.

The reason why Khun Eib is "fat" is to symbolize abundance. Her full makeup signifies that she is a 4.0 Nang Kwak. In this era, even her eyelashes reach her eyebrows. Despite her modern appearance, she still retains traditional Thai beliefs. Khun Eib even has a five-row Sak Yant tattoo, making her a truly complete Nang Kwak.

I wonder if Nang Kwak is the answer to anyone's prayers? ^^

Scan the QR code in front of you to receive an 83-page PDF file of the "Decoding Thailand" event program!

Read to your heart's content! // If you're wondering why there's a red stamp on my arm,

I actually went to another exhibition before coming to the Decoding Thailand event.

Stay tuned for the answer, it's another amazing exhibition!

I want everyone to wait and see. Oh! I'm good at direct selling hahahahaha 55555555

The interior of Khun Aib's room is filled with authentic Thai products.

It's fun to think about how all these everyday items,

which we often take for granted,

can actually be unique and interesting symbols of Thai identity.

Here are some fun examples that Kale will share with you. Take a look at the pictures and you might feel indifferent, right?

Because in some cases, we don't care about the origin, we just want to use it.

But in this exhibition, we will tell you about the origin of these cool Thai-style items.

For example, beer. If we go abroad, we will see foreigners drinking straight from the bottle.

But in Thailand, we prefer to pour it into a glass with ice. This is because Thailand is a hot country.

Or short spoons. In other countries, they are used as serving spoons, but in Thailand, we use them to eat rice.

Condiment sets. Honestly, I've traveled to many countries and I've never seen anything like it.

And then there's the tin bread, curry bags, water bags tied with rubber bands, which have evolved into cups with carrying handles.

Thailand Only, for sure. 5555555

And besides these, there are many other consumer goods that tell stories in a cute way.

They can bring a smile to your face while reading. Come and read them, it's entertaining~

While walking, an army of ants suddenly attacked.

Kanna was stunned and surprised. 555555555

The room is occupied by the students. Please continue to the next room.

This room is called "Thai Inter".

This room is a favorite of both Khana and the photographer, as it is interestingly arranged and sometimes humorous. The room compares the Thai way of life in the past with that of the present in an endearing way. Khana has to peer into a cabinet, where there is a switch that she can operate with her hand. By flipping the switch back and forth, the image inside changes, showing us two different eras. For example, the image of a dancer in the past can be compared to a modern-day dancer. Some of the cabinets have a jump scare when you switch them, which is fun and cute. I highly recommend it! You have to come!

The next room is called "Thai Studies".

Memories of childhood come flooding back. No matter what school you went to, you'll definitely feel nostalgic in this room. This is because this type of classroom is a popular Thai-style decoration. Or would you argue? 55555555

I think this room is cool. Come take a picture and relive your childhood + a cool caption. It's guaranteed to be a hit.

Oh my god! There are books under the desk! So realistic!!

Hello! My name is Dek Ying Kananoy, from Thinking of You School.

How is it? Do I look like a high school student? 555555555

Yes! The team shouted, "With a face like kale, go play the role of a teacher!" 555555555555555

The teacher is strict! Can you handle it? Whew! ~

Kanna used to enjoy volunteering with her homeroom teacher and making the bulletin board herself.

But now that she's older, just getting to school on time is a challenge. 5555555555

// Kids, don't copy me!

~ Massaman curry, the apple of my eye, fragrant with cumin, spicy and hot ~

Oh my, you know my age right away with this opening line, hahahahaha

This room is called "Thai Cuisine", a room that gathers authentic Thai food menus in an exciting way.

Will the dishwashing liquid sponsor come in? If so, please tell me the brand, the dishes are so clean 555555

This is the highlight of this room, empty plates like this. There will be a QR Code on the back of each plate.

Kanna randomly picked up a plate...

Then, place it on the dining table in the middle of the room.

In a split second, the plate will display images of chopping, mincing, and pounding

various ingredients for the dish on this plate. Kale is also excited to see what kind of dish it will be.

Here's the translation:

Ta-daaa!!!

Satay, oh Satay! ^_^ I don't know about you, but this is definitely my favorite dish.

I especially love it with toasted bread. Oh my, I could eat it forever!

And here is the story behind Kannika's delicious satay.

And if you try picking up other plates to play with, the menu will change.

Kannika also found green curry.

Next to it, there is a smaller plate

with a picture of the food, making it easy to identify.

Each menu is read on the back of the plate like this.

// Please don't compare my face to a plate, I'm scared > < 555555

Savor the flavors of Thai cuisine in the "Thai Delectable" room.

Next up, we have the "Thai Supreme" room.

This room, as my handsome brother explained to me, tells the story of the development of Thai architecture from the past to the present. It shows how design has evolved over time, from the ancient origins of the Thai alphabet to the modern Hawaiian shirts popularized by The Toys. Even the humble act of peeling a roasted coconut has seen its own design evolution. Each exhibit left me in awe, thinking, "Wow! So that's how it used to be? That's amazing!"

The center features an acrylic panel showcasing the evolution of Thai architecture

from the 12th to the 24th century.

Starting with the bell-shaped prang, exemplified by the Mahapleepuram prang,

the prang gradually becomes taller and more angular, with more tiers.

An example of this is the prang of Wat Arun.

The walls of the room are adorned with flipbooks, which are opened from back to front.

These flipbooks tell stories through beautiful images, showcasing the evolution of each topic over time.

"Thai Chamber of Commerce believes" This room is fun, Khana likes it.

It is a room that combines all the knowledge of Thai-style beliefs in a very entertaining way.

Phra Siam Devadiraj

The handsome brother said that it is the highlight of this room.

It is a deity that protects Thailand from all dangers. This is the first time I have seen it clearly.

Kale thinks this room has a lot of highlights.

It's like all the best things are in this room. 55555555

All kinds of sacred objects are here: Buddha relics, Emerald Buddha, Phra Upakut, amulets, scriptures, holy water, and offerings to the monks.

Even if you're not familiar with these things, come and explore! You'll be amazed.

There's even a Doraemon amulet! Should I ask for a blessing or a magic gadget first? ^_^

Hey! Kale told you that she's in top form in this room, hahahahaha.

Here's a tip to ward off the Krasue: a red shirt on top with a grand necklace.

It's done for peace of mind and a little bit of pity for the men, haha. ^^;

As for the banana tree and the green Thai silk blouse, it's so sour that you don't even need to say it, hahahahaha.

We have reached the point where we are exhibiting termite mounds. 555555555

Seven-color, seven-cubit garlands come in a full option like this. Can't you come and see for yourself?

Seriously! Who would take pictures with termite mounds? But this event has brought them to us. It's really amazing!!

Spirit houses and ancestral shrines: Long-held beliefs

Anyone building a new house, even a building, a high-rise, a hotel, or a resort, must have them.

Spirit houses and ancestral shrines... Do they match the answer in your heart? ^^

This room is full of things, just like Kale said, it's top-notch.

There are all sorts of things for us to see, it's overwhelming.

Some things look strange, I've never seen them before, or some things I've only heard the name of.

We'll get to know them at this event. Coming to this event is like leveling up my Thai-ness.

A wide variety of amulets are available, including beeswax, figurines, liquids, and stones.

Some of these amulets are rarely seen or only known from television dramas, but here they are displayed in full detail.

These include ghost fetuses, buffalo archers, Tibetan stones, golden child amulets, and many more, making it difficult to choose.

In addition to the sacred objects of Thailand, there are also those of Hinduism.

These include statues of various deities, such as Shiva, Ganesha, Rahu, Brahma, and the Shiva Lingam.

At the back of the room... there's a museum corner for you, honey.

This is the ultimate move, the "final lift" pose. Should we call this pose "kale" together? 555555

May you find your soulmate soon~ Amen... I shook it until my cellulite trembled 7-8 times and got my lucky number.

"Number 9"

Read the prediction carefully

The photographer laughed so hard that his shoulders shook and his wife glared at him.

He was good at predicting everything else, except for love. What's up with that?! > <

Kale refuses to give up. The fortune sticks didn't work, so why don't we try lifting the elephant for a prediction?

Will Kale find a partner? Let the little elephant predict it. Yay~ Yay~ Yay~ // Determined look!

The method of praying to lift the elephant to predict the future is to pray for the desired blessing.

Then lift the elephant with the ring finger (if you are a man, use the little finger).

The first time you lift it, if the prayer comes true, the elephant will be lifted easily.

And lift it a second time, if the wish is granted, let the elephant not be lifted!! (It will be the opposite of the first time).

And when the aunt prays for a partner,

Yes! This is the second time.....

Oh my god~ It floats up like this, I know! 55555555555

The elephant was placed back on the ground, and the thought arose, "Why did I lift it?" 555555

Before we move on to the next room, let's take a look at this one: **"The Thai Tradition Room."**

This room is a bit confusing when you first walk in. There are shelves with boxes all around the room.

The handsome older brother explained that this room contains boxes with equipment for use in various traditions or festivals. We are encouraged to try them out.

The boxes with blue labels are for Thai etiquette and contain learning materials for us to read.

Just practicing in case I actually get a boyfriend, so I won't be too nervous. 5555555555

// But you just lifted an elephant with one finger and it floated away, Auntie Noi! T_T

"Hello everyone, have you seen Kanom's blog "Decoding Thai"? Have you shared it with Kanom yet?

If not, you need to share it now, okay? Quickly, that's all. Goodbye." 5555555555

Wrong!! This is a conch shell, used for pouring holy water, kids! Auntie is just kidding, my dear!! > <

Next up, we have the "Thai Cha" room.

Just from the name, you can tell that it's a photography studio.

This room offers free costumes for taking photos.

There are not many costumes, but there are all kinds of cool Thai styles. ^^

We have props for you to wear, aren't they cute? >///<

We have hats, glasses, bracelets, necklaces, headbands, and pearl necklaces.

Let's play Barbie! We also have a photo corner with beautiful lighting. Please confirm if you're interested.

// CF = Confirm. I know what you like to do in your free time. 55555555555

Before getting this picture, Kan Na actually tried to wear a sarong by herself.

But with the way she was handling the fabric, it seemed like she was going to ruin it. So, the handsome guy had to quickly save the fabric from Kan Na's clutches.

He said in a gentle voice, "Let me do it for you." 55555555 // Thank youuuu.

Yay! I'm all dressed up and ready to take some fun photos!

The background can be changed, so come and play with me! At first, I wasn't wearing a hat,

but an aunt who was in the room at the time told me that I looked beautiful with a hat, so I believed her.

Because I'm beautiful, hahahahahahaha!

When the team said, "Today we have a room for you to change into Thai clothes and take pictures,"

What I thought: Miss Grand's dress

What I got: What is this mix but not match! 5555555555

// Dress Design by our photographer. Pick up anything and put it on Kanha, oh no~

Upon exiting the Thai Chae room, you will encounter an automated questionnaire machine.

If it's not too much trouble, please take the time to complete the questionnaire. Your feedback will be invaluable in helping us improve future exhibitions.

Or, if you'd like to show your appreciation for the organizers' hard work, please feel free to leave a positive comment. Your encouragement will motivate us to continue creating fun and engaging exhibitions for everyone to enjoy.

But wait, there's more! After completing the questionnaire, please continue walking.

Let's go up to the third floor!

The Miss Grand International costumes are here!

They are on display in the first room on the third floor. They are so beautiful!

This room is called "Is This a Thai Room?"

Just the name makes it clear what it means. This room does not define what it means to be Thai.

Instead, it presents issues in contemporary society and asks the open-ended question: "What is Thai?"

There is no answer. Come see for yourself and think about it. I think this room is amazing!

I give it a full ten out of ten. It's exactly what I wanted. I highly recommend coming to see it.

You'll walk away with some food for thought. If you can change your mindset, I think it's worth it. ^^

The next room showcases everything related to the Thai nation and its identity.

The room is called "Thai from Birth."

This room is a collection of things we've encountered since birth. Imagine what we've seen since we were born. It's like walking through the Sam Chuk market and finding a store selling antique toys. There are stone inscriptions, the first map of Thailand, shadow puppets, chronicles, Thai flags from different eras, books on Thai ethnicity, costumes, antique newspapers, paper bags, movie posters, cassette tapes, and more. Visiting this room is like opening a warp and traveling back in time further than Mae Kaew.

The drawers in this room can be opened.

Inside, you will find Thai items.

For example, I randomly opened an antique picture book.

In some cabinets, I found old-fashioned official uniforms.

This is completely irrelevant. Kale hates the heat.

The foundation will flow, so I dipped my face in the air conditioner. 555555

// The photographer really took the picture.

The next room is the "Magnificent Thai Room".

This room showcases Thai art and is designed to resemble a royal audience hall.

The throne is believed to be the seat of Indra, the king of the gods, atop Mount Meru, the center of the universe, according to Brahman-Buddhist beliefs. This makes the throne one of the most "sacred" objects in Thai culture, representing meaning, beauty, and faith. As the seat of Indra, the king of Siam, it is also considered the "heart" of Thai identity. // Source: Decoding Thai Exhibition brochure.

This is a beautiful and realistic simulation.

This is a mural painting that we are very familiar with.

The room also features a slate board

with various Thai paintings.

The last image is what shocked me. I had heard of the story of Atlas carrying the world,

but I had never seen a clear image of what it looked like.

Let's move on... This is the last room.

Why so fast? I'm still having fun. >///<

The final room is called "How Thai Are You?" This room showcases stylish clothing from all eras, styles, and periods. The gimmick is "How Thai do you look when you dress like this?" Looking at the room as a whole, I think that era and design are subsets of the term "Thai style." No matter what you wear, it's all called Thai Style. Do you agree, B1?

We have visited all the rooms! ^O^

From the third floor, we went down to the ground floor~

There are also many interesting things on the ground floor, let's go see!

// On the 1st floor of the Siam Museum, there is an exhibition called "Tattoo Color, Tattoo Honor" Admission is free.

Click the link to read Kan Na's Blog.

Upon descending to the lower level, near the staircase, there are subtle displays of Thai elements.

You can sit and relax in the cool air conditioning, take beautiful photos, and there's even a coffee shop outside the room. It's amazing!

And this is the "Decoding Thai" exhibition that I'm so proud to present.

While I was at the event, I just wanted to come back and write a blog to tell everyone about it as soon as possible.

Because this is such a cool event. I mean, as Thais, there are some things that we don't understand.

But I guarantee that after attending this event, in just a few hours, everyone will level up their Thai knowledge tenfold!

Getting to Museum Siam is now easier than ever.

You can take the MRT to Sanam Chai Station.

However, if you are driving, parking is limited. We recommend taking the MRT for the most convenient option.

Kanae took the opportunity to stroll through the Siam Museum, located next to Wat Pho and the Tha Tien Pier. Wat Phra Kaew, the Giant Swing, and Sanam Luang are all within walking distance, making it easy to explore the area on foot. Kanae and her photographer walked until they were exhausted!

An army marches on its stomach. It has been walking all the way, with restaurants lining the streets.

Cafes, ice cream shops, everything is ready to serve. It's a neighborhood where you can easily take a one-day trip.

Being Thai isn't enough for today, I even had to eat Pad Thai to spice things up 5555555

A full stomach makes you smile for no reason. 555555

This is Wat Pho. Thai people can enter for free. If you are not dressed properly, there are sarongs available to wear.

The interior of the church was packed with people.

Kanna wanted to take a picture with the murals, and the photographer managed to capture this shot.

Thank you! 555555

After leaving Wat Pho, we soon arrived at Wat Phra Kaew.

// However, I didn't go in this time. I've been there many times before, so I'm taking a break today. > <

When Kancha asked the photographer, "Let's go take pictures at the swing pole,"

Ten minutes later... Kancha got a picture with the sidewalk instead. 555555555555

This is the end of my one-day trip. ^^

Just reading this, you'll already love me, but if you share it, I'll love you even more! 55555555

Please follow me on my next blog post and trip. There will be many more to come!

And here is the face of the photographer who has been my friend, brother, and enemy throughout the day.

What kind of people laugh like that? Before you go on a trip, you should go see a doctor. Seriously. 55555555

Thank you Est Foto for taking beautiful pictures for me. ^^ Bow down.

// The photos are beautiful. You can hire them. If you say you came from me, you will get a 0% discount package. You can't pay in installments. You have to pay in cash. // Just kidding. 55555555

Thank you to Khun Lek and everyone at the Museum of Siam. You took very good care of me. I'm very happy.

And thank you to everyone who has followed me to this point.

See you again. // Kanomน้อย ❤