Honorary Consul of Thailand in Krakow
Wieslaw Zyznowski, founder of Mercator Medical, was appointed on January 3, 2024 by His Majesty the King of Thailand to serve as Honorary Consul of the Kingdom of Thailand for the area of Malopolska, Silesia, Opole and Lower Silesia, based in Krakow. His mission includes initiating and supporting Polish-Thai relations that foster the development of economic and cultural cooperation between Poland and Thailand.
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Muay Thai – the art of the eight limbs and a spiritual ritual of combat
In the West, Muay Thai is often viewed solely as a combat sport, popular today in MMA clubs around the world. In Thailand, it is much more than that a living part of the national heritage, steeped in religious ritual and a history dating back to a time when the ability to fight unarmed was […]
Thailand and Poland – bridges built over decades
Although geographically separated by more than 8,000 kilometers, Thailand and Poland are linked by ties that have been steadily developing since the mid-20th century and which today encompass much more than just tourism, even though tourism remains the most visible aspect of this relationship for the average citizen. Diplomatic Foundations Diplomatic relations between the two […]
Loy Krathong – the night when the whole of Thailand lights up
It’s the November full moon. The air is finally turning cooler, the rainy season is drawing to a close, and the rivers and canals across the country are filling with thousands of tiny, twinkling lights. This is Loy Krathong – one of the most photogenic and poetic festivals in the world, and for many travellers, […]
Etiquette in Thailand – how to avoid making a faux pas and why it matters
Thailand is sometimes called the ‘Land of Smiles’, but behind that smile lies a precise, though rarely explicitly stated, code of social behaviour. Knowing a few basic rules not only helps you avoid unintentionally causing offence, but is also a sign of respect, which Thais greatly appreciate in foreigners. Body hierarchy: the head and the […]