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var latlng = new google.maps.LatLng(14.352720775996987, 100.56514540502928); var myOptions = { zoom: 5, center: latlng, mapTypeId: google.maps.MapTypeId.TERRAIN }; var map = new google.maps.Map(document.getElementById(“mygpMap7156″), myOptions); map.disableDoubleClickZoom = false; map.scrollwheel = true; var marker = new google.maps.Marker({ position: latlng, map: map }); Current repairs to Ayutthaya from last year’s devastating floods will include measures to prevent against [...] var latlng = new google.maps.LatLng(14.3496143, 100.56326609999996); var myOptions = { zoom: 5, center: latlng, mapTypeId: google.maps.MapTypeId.TERRAIN }; var map = new google.maps.Map(document.getElementById(“mygpMap6749″), myOptions); map.disableDoubleClickZoom = false; map.scrollwheel = true; var marker = new google.maps.Marker({ position: latlng, map: map }); The Portuguese were one of the first European powers to enter Southeast Asia. In conjunction [...] With limited funds to repair the flood damage, some of the lesser-known sites in Ayutthaya may be completely lost as funds for repair are prioritised to more prominent sites. photo credit: BernieCB Ayutthaya’s ‘forgotten’ temples damned by deluge Bangkok Post, 11 December 2011 [...] Another story on the initial assessment of the flood damage to Ayutthaya by UNESCO experts. UNESCO experts voice concern over flooded Ayutthaya World Heritage Site MCOT News, 09 December 2011 [...] The panel of experts from Unesco who were inspecting the flooded sites of Ayutthaya last week highlighted the problems of fungi and algae growing on the walls of the sites, especially on the painted murals. Ancient Ayutthaya temples at risk, Unesco warns The Nation, 04 December 2011 [...] A panel of experts from around the world will survey the damage done to the ancient capital Ayutthaya by the recent floods to decide on recommendations and best practices to help repair the damaged sites. Flooding at Ayutthaya, The Nation 20111129 Experts to check sites at Ayutthaya The Nation, 29 November 2011 [...] The 2012 tourism campaign for Ayutthaya will target and highlight the old diplomatic links the ancient Thai capital had with with other countries such as China, Portugal, the Netherlands and Iran. photo credit: jwvgoethe Ayutthaya highlights history to lure guests Bangkok Post, 28 November 2011 [...] Authorities are cautiously draining some of the flooded monuments in Ayutthaya for fears that the waters have loosened the soil foundations of some of the structures. Ruins of Ayutthaya, Bangkok Post 20111127 Still standing … but for how long? Bangkok Post, 27 November 2011 [...] More stories from the aftermath of this year’s floods which have directly affected the world heritage site of Ayutthaya. photo credit: jwvgoethe Ayutthaya picks up the pieces as floodwaters recede Monsters and Critics, 10 November 2011 Ayutthaya, after the floods Bangkok Post, 17 November 2011 Fears for ancient Thai temples as floods recede AFP, [...] With the flood waters receding, volunteers are chipping in to help clean up the ancient capital of Ayutthaya. If you’re in the area and feel like lending a hand, another cleaning day will be held on December 5. Contact the Tourism Authority of Thailand Ayutthaya Office at (035) 246076-7. Volunteers help clean up Ayutthaya. [...] |
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