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Asian Arts and Crafts:

An Introduction to Asian Arts and Crafts
This is sister site that has an introduction to Asian Arts and crafts, especially spiritual art (such as found in Buddhism and Hinduism) plus local crafts. it is a good place to take a "quick tour" and overview of such things as: Chinese Lanterns, Chinese Horoscope, Spirit Houses, Wind Chimes, Buddhism and Hinduism. Visitors can contribute their opinions or articles to it as well.

Traveling to Thailand:

The TAT: Tourism Authority of Thailand
This is the official Thai group dedicated to helping you enjoy your stay as much as possible in Thailand. Advice on how to plan your trip, things to see and do, information on Thai food, and Do's and Don'ts when you are traveling in the Kingdom. Everyone planning a trip to Thailand (or just fantasizing about one) should visit this site.

Window to Chiang Mai
This Web site has information o sites, festivals, accommodations, and restaurants around Chiang Mai and the north of Thailand. Also includes a history of Chiang Mai and Lanna culture.

Bangkok / Thailand Today
Offers information on Bangkok as well as travel information, including airline schedules and bus and train stations. Also lists major holidays and festivals in Bangkok and Thailand. Find out about places to stay, sights to see, and things to eat.

Phuket Today
This site is a directory to business and business-related Web sites based in and around the Island of Phuket. Find out about accommodations, entertainment, government offices, and more.

Koh Samui Online
This Web site offers information the Southern Thailand island of Koh Samui, popular with visitors from all over the world. Information on sightseeing, accommodations, travel, entertainment, and more.

Thai Cooking and Travel
Learn all about the cuisine of the Thai Kingdom, as well as information on traveling to Thailand. The owner, Khun Kasma, is the author of a few Thai cookbooks, and offers classes on cooking Thai food.

United Kingdom and Europe Shopping:

http://www.ethnic-warehouse.com
Since we don't normally sell outside the USA, if you are looking for a shopping site in the UK you might try Ethnic Warehouse for ethnic and Indian clothing and goods.

IChimes Wind Chimes and Gongs
A UK-based retailer of Wind Chimes, bells and gongs. If you are in the UK or Europe, we suggest that you check them out. Tell them that Siamese Dream referred you.

Incense Man United Kingdom
Choose from a great range of incense - all your favourites including Nag Champa and Padmini Dhoop - plus incense holders & burners, aromatherapy oil burners, crystal bracelets and pendants, tie-dye T-shirts, and more.

Jewelry Shopping:

Diamond Engagement Rings and Jewelry
A collection of rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces and watches, among other fine diamond jewelry.

Save Money on Wedding Bands
Learn how to save time and thousands of dollars when buying a quality diamond engagement ring.

Gods, Goddesses, and Mythology:

Hindu Mythology and Beyond
A good site if you are looking for an introduction to Hinduism and Hindu deities. You can learn more about Shiva / Siva, Kali, Durga, Krishna, Ganesha, Vishnu, Rama and many of the other figures from Hindu mythology.

Devi: The Great Goddess
An interesting site that describes the Devi (or Goddess) in Hinduism. This site provides information on Parvati, Durga, Kali, and Maha Devi (or Uma Devi).

Goddess Gallery
This site features very striking contemporary images of goddesses from Hinduism, Buddhism, and other religions. The unique blend of traditional subjects and a contemporary style makes this an interesting site. You will find images of Kuan Yin, Kali, Durga, Parvati, Lakshmi, and numerous other female deities.

Kuan Yin - Goddess of Compassion
This site offers a very good historical perspective on the Boddhisattva Kuan Yin. It explains a bit about the stories of Kuan Yin.

Kuan Yin: Cosmic Connection
Another site with a good description of Kuan Yin (spelled Quan Yin on this particular site). This offers a combination of the folklore and the scholarly research.

Meditation:

Spirit Rock Meditation Center
Located in Woodacre in western Marin County, less than an hour north of San Francisco. The Center hosts a full program of ongoing classes, day-long retreats and residential retreats exploring the themes of meditation and its relation to life in modern society. The Center hosts Buddhist teachers from all over the world and from all sects.

How to Meditate
A brief introduction to hamsa meditation. A good start for beginners.

WWW.Vipassama.com
This is a very well-designed site dedicated to Vipassana (also known as Insight) meditation, offering books and online courses. Well worth a visit.

Buddhism:

Quiet Mountain Buddhist Resource Guide
An online link to Tibetan Buddhist sites. Be forewarned that you will need to have certain Web browser plug-ins enabled (such as Flash) to view the site.

Journal of Buddhist Ethics
A publication dedicated to the morals and ethics of Buddhism. Features online conferences, as well as book reviews and scholarly research. A good site for those who are looking for practical aspects of Buddhism in their daily lives.

Buddhism and Jainism Greeting Cards
Send Free Online Greeting Cards to your friends & loved ones. Lord Buddha blessed the world with divine teachings and values. Reach out with these simple yet inspiring ecards to wish your friends, loved ones and acquaintances, peace and joy.

Holi Festival:

Free Holi E-Cards
Holi Festival is coming March 25th, 2005, and you can send a free Holi E-Card through our friends at Holi-Ecards.com.

The Meaning of Holi Festival
Known as the Festival of Colors, find out more about Holi and the various celebrations accompanying the festival.

Photos of the Holi Festival
Known as the Festival of Colors, find out more about Holi and the various celebrations accompanying the festival.

Holi Songs as MP3s
Please visit Beat Of India, a website dedicated to the folk music of India. Download songs to play on the vibrant festival of colours, HOLI.

Ayurveda:

Dr. Eddys Integrated Medical Clinic & Ayurveda School
Our Integrated Medical Clinic and Ayurveda School is a
unique healthcare facility, combining the strengths and knowledge of
both traditional western and alternative medicine in a holistic manner.

Multimedia:

Thai Music Radio Archive
This site features popular Thai music in Real Audio format. The Web master has collected some of his favorite songs and posted them for others to enjoy.

Thai News from MCOT
The official site from the Mass Communications Organization of Thailand. Provides news on Thailand and other ASEAN countries.

Bangkok Post:
The leading English language newspaper from Thailand and perhaps all of Southeast Asia. Lots of links and information on travel to Thailand.

Business Day
A business-only publication from Thailand. Information on all business-related matters in Southeast Asia. Information on finances, money and banking, and the stock market.

Art Gallerys:

Art Gallery Worldwide
A lot of artwork in different styles and media. Website offers a wide variety of features and services, that enables customers to buy and sell their art.

Cultural Projects:

Chinese Historical Cultural Project, Santa Clara
The Chinese Historical and Cultural Project was founded in 1987 as a nonprofit organization to promote and preserve Chinese American and Chinese history and culture through community outreach activities.