Tugas Remidi Bahasa Inggris Kelas XI SMA Dr Soetomo Surabaya (Bu Anima)
Tugas Remidi Bahasa Inggris Kelas XI SMA Dr Soetomo Surabaya (Bu Anima) adalah membuat laporan dalam Bahasa Inggris mengenai Aktivitas Gunung Merapi saat ini Kemudian postkan dengan cara mengikuti lembar panduan yang diberikan.Materinya bisa didapatkan dengan mengunjungi situs-situs dibawah ini :
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Merapi,_Central_Java
www.usatoday.com/news/world/2006-05-16-indonesia-volcano_x.htm?csp=34
volcano.und.nodak.edu/vwdocs/current_volcs/merapi
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Pattaya is 147 kilometers southeast of Bangkok, and faces the Thai Gulf. It is Asia's premier beach resort, and caters with equal appeal to families, couples and single visitors.
Pattaya's relaxing tropical ambience is synonymous with every ingredient for memorable holidays.
Accommodation ranges from luxuriously appointed backside hotels with superb convention facilities to simple guesthouses.
Sporting opportunities abound both on land and water, and include some of the finest golfing, game fishing, and scuba-diving anywhere in Asia.
Theme and amusement parks, offbeat museums and lush botanical gardens offer numerous forms of leisure activities and cultural entertainment for all family members. And after dark, Pattaya offers all the allure and magic of a truly vibrant nightlife with a spectacular variety of restaurants, night clubs, bars, discotheques, cocktail lounges and cabarets.
Pattaya can be brash, bold, beautiful and bucolic, and offers everything and authentic international beach resort can.
Nama : Indra Saputra
Kelas : XI IA-4
Absen : 13
Simply everything at really reasonable prices. Scuba diving, parasailing, fishing, sailing, windsurfing, banana boat riding, jet skiing.... You can learn to sail, hire snorkelling equipment or take a scuba course and go diving around some of Pattaya's offshore islands. Jomtien beach is Thailand's No. 1 windsurfing spot.
Not content? Then there's horse-riding, bungee jumping, paintball and world-class golf courses within easy reach. The Siam Country Club, one of the best golf courses in the Kingdom, is just 10 kilometres from the Beach Road.
What to See
Botanical Gardens, odd museums like Ripley's "Believe It Or Not " Elephant demonstrations, Vegas type shows, Underwater World and Amusement Parks.
Or why not simply hire a boat or take a snorkelling trip around one of the offshore islands like Koh Larn. (See attractions)
Nightlife
Pattaya's 4 kilometre beach road contains one long entertainment district, but South Pattaya still provides the legendary afterdark reputation. It's not all just go go bars and loud music in Pattaya, there are trendy restaurants, piano bars, music clubs, karaoke and the famed flamboyant transvestite cabaret shows. Check out Pattaya nightlife.
NOVIAN BIMANDAKA S.
XI IA 6
26
Absorb centuries of history and culture along Thailand's "River of Kings" on board the legendary Mekhala. Cruise either upstream from Bangkok or downstream from the ancient capital of Ayuthaya, staying overnight alongside a traditional Buddhist temple. Ayuthaya, in former times, was the capital of Siam, a great trading city and the envy of the whole region before it was destroyed by the Burmese in 1767. The ruins still remain a haunting reminder of its former spendour.
The Mekhala, a former rice barge, transformed to a floating boutique hotel, provides your accommodation, complete with air-conditioned cabins and comfortable chairs on deck to view life along the waterways. Unforgettable.
Name : Andi Muhammad Agung D.
Class : XI IA-3
Absen : 04
Chon Buri The Nearest Seaside Retreat
Chonburi, Bangkoks nearest seaside town, is located on the eastern coast of the Gulf of Thailand, only 80 kilometers from Bangkok. The area boasts abundant natural resources, which are highlighted by delightful beaches, local colors, traditions, delicacies and fresh seafood. This is a popular resort among Bangkokians who seek the nearest escape from hectic weekly schedules as Chon Buri has something for everyone. In addition, Chon Buri is the center of the Eastern Seaboard Development Project, with its industrial parks and fishing villages.
Nama :Sisda rahma .N.
kelas :XI ia-2
No absen:34
Chon Buri The Nearest Seaside Retreat
Chonburi, Bangkoks nearest seaside town, is located on the eastern coast of the Gulf of Thailand, only 80 kilometers from Bangkok. The area boasts abundant natural resources, which are highlighted by delightful beaches, local colors, traditions, delicacies and fresh seafood. This is a popular resort among Bangkokians who seek the nearest escape from hectic weekly schedules as Chon Buri has something for everyone. In addition, Chon Buri is the center of the Eastern Seaboard Development Project, with its industrial parks and fishing villages.
nama:sisda rahma n
kelas :XI IA-2
NO ABSEN:34
The Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya or Ayutthaya in short, is one of Thailand's historical and majestic highlights. Serving as the Thai capital for 417 years (1350 1767: Kingdom of Ayutthaya), it was once glorified as one of the biggest cities in the world a Southeast Asia center for civilizations. During the 17th century, most foreign visitors to Ayutthaya, traders or diplomats alike, claimed Ayutthaya to be the most illustrious and glittering city that they had ever visited. The map of Ayutthaya published in 1691 by Simon de la Loub?re in Du Royaume De Siam is proof of such recognition.
The Kingdom of Ayutthaya reached its apex in terms of sovereignty, military might, wealth, culture, and international commerce in the 16th century when the Kingdoms territory was extended far beyond present-day Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar. Ayutthaya even had diplomatic relations with Louis XIV of France and was courted by Dutch, Portuguese, English, Chinese and Japanese merchants.
Visitors can explore and appreciate Thai history in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, which is situated only 86 kilometers north of Bangkok. Visitors to Ayutthaya can marvel at its grandeur reflected through numerous magnificent structures and ruins concentrated in and around the city island surrounded by Maenam Chao Phraya, Maenam Pa Sak and Maenam Lopburi.
More importantly,Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Historical Park, an extensive historical site in the heart of Ayutthaya city, has been included in UNESCO's World Heritage list since 13 December, 1991.
The Past
The Kingdom of Ayutthaya was built and developed in leaps and bounds. The ruins in Ayutthaya that survived the test of time embody both the glorious and ignominious stories of the Kingdom.
This ancient capital of the Kingdom of Ayutthaya, founded in 1350 by King U-Thong, had thirty three kings of different dynasties and reached its peak in the middle of the18th century. A magnificent city with three palaces and over 400 magnificent temples on an island threaded by canals Ayutthaya was truly an impressive city that attracted both Europeans and Asians. After a 15-month siege the Kingdom of Ayutthaya was conquered and completely destroyed by the Burmese in 1767. When King Taksin the Great finally liberated the Kingdom, a new dynasty was established and the capital was moved to Thonburi.
The seal of Ayutthaya depicts a conch on a pedestal tray placed in a small castle under a Mun tree. According to legend, King U-Thong, founder of the Kingdom of Ayutthaya, discovered a beautiful conch buried in the ground being prepared for the establishment of the seat of his Kingdom. Consequently, he had a tiny castle built to house the shell. Hence, the provincial seal.
The Present
Today, there are but groups of crumbling ruins and rows of headless Buddhas where once an empire thrived. The temple compounds are still awe-inspiring even in disrepair and a visit here is memorable and a good beginning for those drawn to the relics of history.
The architecture of Ayutthaya is a fascinating mix of Khmer (ancient Cambodian style) and early Sukhothai style. Some cactus-shaped obelisks, called prangs, denote Khmer influence and look something like the famous towers of Angkor Wat. The more pointed stupas are ascribed to the Sukhothai influence. For new arrivals who had limited their visit to Bangkok, similarities may be noted with the riverside Wat Arun, an 18th-century structure that was built in the so-called Ayutthaya style, a melding of Sukhothai Buddhist influences and Hindu-inspired Khmer motifs.
Ayutthaya is administratively divided into 16 districts: Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Ban Phraek, Bang Ban, Bang Pahan, Bang Pa-in, Amphoe Bang Sai, Bang Sai, Lat Bua Luang, Maha Rat, Nakhon Luang, Phachi, Phak-Hai, Sena, Tha Rua, Uthai and Wang Noi
Do's and Don't in Thailand
The Monarchy : Thai people have a deep, traditional reverence for the Royal Family, and a visitor should be careful to show respect for the King, the Queen and the Royal Children.
Religion : Visitors should dress neatly in all religious shrines. They should never go topless, or in shorts, hot pants or other unsuitable attireIt is acceptable to wear shoes when walking around the compound of a Buddhist temple, but not inside the chapel where the principal Buddha image is kept.
Each Buddha image, large or small, ruined or not, is regarded as a sacred object. Never climb onto one to take a photograph or do anything which might indicate a lack of respect. Buddhist monks are forbidden to touch or be touched by a woman, or to accept anything from the hand of one. If a woman has to give anything to a monk, she first hands it to a man, who then presents it.
Social Norms :
Thais don't normally shake hands when they greet one another, but instead press the palms together in a prayer-like gesture called a wai. Generally a younger person wais an elder, who returns it.
Thais regard the head as the highest part of the body, literally and figuratively. Therefore, avoid touching people on the head and try not to point your feet at people or an object. It is considered very rude. Shoes should be removed when entering a private Thai home.
Public displays of affection between men and women are frowned upon.
Special Advice :
- Beware of unauthorised people who offer their services as guides. For all tourist information, contact the Tourism Authority of Thailand, Tel : 1672. For information about Bangkok, contact the Bangkok Metropolitan Tourist Bureau, Tel : 0 2225 7612-4.
- Observe all normal precautions as regards to personal safety, as well as the safety fof your belongings. Walking alone on quiet streets or deserted areas is not recommended. Be sure that all your valuables-money, jewellery, and airline tickets are properly protected from loss. Visitors needing assistance relating to safety, unethical practices, or other matters, please call the Tourist Police at Tel: 1155.
- Drop your garbage into a waste container. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration id no strictly enforcing the law in an effort to keep the city clean and healthy. The fine will be imposed on a person who spits, discards cigarette stubs, or drops rubbish in public areas.
- Do not get yourself involved with drugs. Penalties for drug offences are very severe in Thailand.
- Do not support any manner of wild animal abuse. Never purchase any products or souvenirs made from wild animals including reptiles like snakes, monitor lizards, and also turtle shell and ivory. Avoid patronizing local restaurants that serve wild animal delicacies. It is against the law to slaughter wildlife for food in Thailand
NAMA:RINI LESTARI
KELAS:XI IA 6
NO.ABS:33
Chonburi, Bangkoks nearest seaside town, is located on the eastern coast of the Gulf of Thailand, only 80 kilometers from Bangkok. The area boasts abundant natural resources, which are highlighted by delightful beaches, local colors, traditions, delicacies and fresh seafood. This is a popular resort among Bangkokians who seek the nearest escape from hectic weekly schedules as Chon Buri has something for everyone. In addition, Chon Buri is the center of the Eastern Seaboard Development Project, with its industrial parks and fishing villages.
Pattaya
Pattaya A Travelers Paradise
Pattaya is nestled along a picturesque bay on the East Coast of the Gulf of Thailand, roughly 170 kilometers southeast of Bangkok. From a fishing village in the 1960's, Pattaya has emerged as the favorite Southeast Asian vacation center. A fascinating escape where tourists, holiday makers and vacationers from around the world unfold an incomparable array of possibilities to unwind during an exotic holiday beach vacation.
Unlike other beach resorts, where natural surroundings are used as magnets to attract tourists, Pattaya makes an all-out attempt to provide the best of everything. Here, everything means everything a tourist can imagine while on holiday: recreation, entertainment, sports, sightseeing and fun. To put it simply, Pattaya is a paradise for everyone, as it has a variety of attractions suitable for all types of visitors. This is the place where you can fill your day, from dusk to dawn, with endless activities, or you may choose to do nothing at all and relax.
shabirio mikram
XIis-2
34
(including Ko Samui, Ko Pha-ngan and Ko Tao)
The largest province of the South located 685 kilometers from Bangkok is Surat Thani the province with a name that literally means "City of the Good People". A former capital of the Srivijaya Empire, the province covers an area of approximately 12,891 square kilometers. Surat Thani Province borders the Gulf of Thailand to the north and east, Chumphon Province to the north, Nakhon Si Thammarat and Krabi Provinces to the south, Phang-Nga and Ranong Provinces to the west and Nakhon Si Thammarat Province to the east.
High plateaus and forested mountains are located to the west of the province, while there are low basins in the center and along the eastern coast. This topography has created 14 river basins including Tapee, Pum Duang, Tha Thong, Tha Krajai, Chaiya, Tha Chang which are the most important basins. All rivers in Surat Thani flow east of the province to the Gulf of Thailand.
The numerous islands along the coast makes Surat Thani (often known as Surat in short) a perfect hideaway for vacationers from around the world. The ideal destination for many is the Penang-sized Ko Samui, Thailand's third largest island, and its neighbour Ko Pha-ngan a celebrated island that hosts the biggest beach full moon party. North of Ko Pha-ngan is Ko Tao, renowned for its excellent coral reefs. To top it all is the dazzling 250-square-kilometer Ang Thong Marine National Park, where a stunning archipelago awaits to greet visitors with their charming palm-fringed beaches, crystal clear water and colorful coral reefs. The best time to enjoy one of these islands to the fullest is from April November.
M BAGUS SETIAWAN
XI IS -2
25
:: General Information
The Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya or Ayutthaya in short, is one of Thailand's historical and majestic highlights. Serving as the Thai capital for 417 years (1350 1767: Kingdom of Ayutthaya), it was once glorified as one of the biggest cities in the world a Southeast Asia center for civilizations. During the 17th century, most foreign visitors to Ayutthaya, traders or diplomats alike, claimed Ayutthaya to be the most illustrious and glittering city that they had ever visited. The map of Ayutthaya published in 1691 by Simon de la Loub?re in Du Royaume De Siam is proof of such recognition.
The Kingdom of Ayutthaya reached its apex in terms of sovereignty, military might, wealth, culture, and international commerce in the 16th century when the Kingdoms territory was extended far beyond present-day Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar. Ayutthaya even had diplomatic relations with Louis XIV of France and was courted by Dutch, Portuguese, English, Chinese and Japanese merchants.
Visitors can explore and appreciate Thai history in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, which is situated only 86 kilometers north of Bangkok. Visitors to Ayutthaya can marvel at its grandeur reflected through numerous magnificent structures and ruins concentrated in and around the city island surrounded by Maenam Chao Phraya, Maenam Pa Sak and Maenam Lopburi.
More importantly,Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Historical Park, an extensive historical site in the heart of Ayutthaya city, has been included in UNESCO's World Heritage list since 13 December, 1991.
SUZAN M
XI IS -2
37
Ranong is the first southern province on the western coast, located 568 kilometres from Bangkok. It is known for the long rainy period, which lasts for 8 months each year. Ranong occupies an area of 3,298 square kilometres and is bordered by Myanmar and the Indian Ocean to the west. Within its compact area, Ranong contains various natural attractions and is blessed with hot springs and unspoiled mangrove forests.
A mountainous and heavily forested province, Ranong is best known as a fishing and trading port. It was settled by the Hokkian Chinese, and their strong influence is evident in the town. Ranong town is a gateway to Myanmar, with colourful longboats ferrying produce and people across the narrow divide that separates the two countries. The traffic is even heavier these days since a casino opened at Victoria Point. The famous hot springs are just outside of town, where an arboretum and various first-class hotels cater to visitors eager to benefit from the medicinal properties of the mineral waters
YUYUN HERAWATI
XIis-2
46
The province of Phang-nga is located some 788 kilometres from Bangkok. It covers an area of 4,170 square kilometres.
Phang-nga is a province with two characters - land and sea - and packed with national parks that guard magnificent scenery with immensely different attractions.
Most famous is Ao Phang-nga National Park, a geological wonder filled with islets, sunken caverns and startling rock formations rising sheer out of the sea. The bay is extremely sheltered ideal for expeditions of sea canoes to explore the many fascinating caverns with their own eco-systems.
Phang-nga's andaman coast offers parks of a different kind. The island groups of Surin and Similan are renowned for their beautiful unspoilt beaches and spectacular underwater scenery, attracting divers from around the world. Khao Lak is a coastal park full of birds, mammals and scenic waterfalls, with a number of hotel developments after Tsunami disaster in December 2004.
PARWATI A P
IX is-2
29
Khon Kaen is the commercial,administrative an educational
centre of the Northeast,which is often used by travellers as a base for visiting many parts of upper Isan.
Khon Kaen National Museum houses objects from the Dvaravati period and bronze sculptures from Ban Chiang. Kaen Nakhon Lake in the centre of town is a popular spot for picnics and dining,while Wat That on its bank features typical Isan spires.
Khon Kaen is the centre of the northeastern silk industry with numerous villages producing their own mudmee designs. Chonnabot is noted for its quality silks. Every December the city hosts a Silk Fair,when all the best materials are on sale.
Unusual animals are popular in the province,with the cobra and the turtle villages high on tourist programmes. In both villages, the residents live with their proteges,training them and putting on fascinating shows. A dinosaur is the provincial symbol ever since remains of these great beasts were unearthed in Phu Wiang National Park,an area also famous for its flora,fauna and waterfalls.
Khon Kaen is 445 kilometres from Bangkok and has an area of about 10,886 square kilometres. It comprises the districts of Muang, Ban Phai, Phon, Nam Phong, Chum Phae, Phu Wiang, Mancha Khiri, Nong Ruea, Kranuan, Nong Song Hong, Chonnabot, Si Chomphu, Waeng Noi, Ubolratana, Ban Fang, Khao Suan Kwang, Phra Yuen, Waeng Yai, Pueai Noi, Phu Pha Man, Khok Pho Chai, Nong Na Kham, Sam Sung and Ban Haet.
DEWI FORTUNA
XI IS-2
14
Chiang Mai
Experiencing the merging of the past into the present in Chiang Mai where locals are proud of the city's 700-year history. Its rich traditional heritage and unique culture is a perfect foundation for the development of the city. Chiang Mai is one of the few places in Thailand where it is possible to find in the heart of the city centuries-old chedis and temples next to modern convenience stores and boutique hotels. The original city layout still exists as a neat square surrounded by a moat with vestiges of the fortified wall and its four main gates offering prime access to the old town.
For years, tourists have mistaken Chiang Mai as the northern junction and the base from which they can explore other provinces. The phrase "a day in Chiang Mai is enough to see things around" was common. Today, tourists are surprised by the fact that there is always something new to discover Chiang Mai. Intriguing diversity among ethnic tribes coupled with breathtaking scenery makes Chiang Mai one of Asia's most attractive tourist destinations. Two weeks in Chiang Mai may not be long enough for serious travelers.
The old city of Chiang Mai with its fascinating indigenous cultural identity such as diverse dialects, cuisine, architecture, traditional values, festivals, handicrafts and classical dances is a prime location in its own right. In addition, the presence of hill tribes and their wealth of unique cultures enhance Chiang Mai's distinctive diversity.
Chiang Mai is also blessed with pristine natural resources of mountains (dois), waterfalls, and other nature-based tourist attractions. At the same time, Chiang Mai residents are warm, gracious and congenial providing authentic hospitality making visits memorable and meaningful. Moreover, visitors from all walks of life can collect handicrafts of silk, silver and wood produced locally as timeless souvenirs. Chiang Mai is a place where both backpackers and luxury tourists can enjoy themselves to the fullest.
BAYU SUMARDYANTO
XI IS-2
12
Ranong is the first southern province on the western coast, located 568 kilometres from Bangkok. It is known for the long rainy period, which lasts for 8 months each year. Ranong occupies an area of 3,298 square kilometres and is bordered by Myanmar and the Indian Ocean to the west. Within its compact area, Ranong contains various natural attractions and is blessed with hot springs and unspoiled mangrove forests.
A mountainous and heavily forested province, Ranong is best known as a fishing and trading port. It was settled by the Hokkian Chinese, and their strong influence is evident in the town. Ranong town is a gateway to Myanmar, with colourful longboats ferrying produce and people across the narrow divide that separates the two countries. The traffic is even heavier these days since a casino opened at Victoria Point. The famous hot springs are just outside of town, where an arboretum and various first-class hotels cater to visitors eager to benefit from the medicinal properties of the mineral waters.
INDRA KUSUMA
XI-IS 2
23
The Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya or Ayutthaya in short, is one of Thailand's historical and majestic highlights. Serving as the Thai capital for 417 years (1350 1767: Kingdom of Ayutthaya), it was once glorified as one of the biggest cities in the world a Southeast Asia center for civilizations. During the 17th century, most foreign visitors to Ayutthaya, traders or diplomats alike, claimed Ayutthaya to be the most illustrious and glittering city that they had ever visited. The map of Ayutthaya published in 1691 by Simon de la Loub?re in Du Royaume De Siam is proof of such recognition.
The Kingdom of Ayutthaya reached its apex in terms of sovereignty, military might, wealth, culture, and international commerce in the 16th century when the Kingdoms territory was extended far beyond present-day Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar. Ayutthaya even had diplomatic relations with Louis XIV of France and was courted by Dutch, Portuguese, English, Chinese and Japanese merchants.
Visitors can explore and appreciate Thai history in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, which is situated only 86 kilometers north of Bangkok. Visitors to Ayutthaya can marvel at its grandeur reflected through numerous magnificent structures and ruins concentrated in and around the city island surrounded by Maenam Chao Phraya, Maenam Pa Sak and Maenam Lopburi.
More importantly,Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Historical Park, an extensive historical site in the heart of Ayutthaya city, has been included in UNESCO's World Heritage list since 13 December, 1991.
The Past
The Kingdom of Ayutthaya was built and developed in leaps and bounds. The ruins in Ayutthaya that survived the test of time embody both the glorious and ignominious stories of the Kingdom.
This ancient capital of the Kingdom of Ayutthaya, founded in 1350 by King U-Thong, had thirty three kings of different dynasties and reached its peak in the middle of the18th century. A magnificent city with three palaces and over 400 magnificent temples on an island threaded by canals Ayutthaya was truly an impressive city that attracted both Europeans and Asians. After a 15-month siege the Kingdom of Ayutthaya was conquered and completely destroyed by the Burmese in 1767. When King Taksin the Great finally liberated the Kingdom, a new dynasty was established and the capital was moved to Thonburi.
The seal of Ayutthaya depicts a conch on a pedestal tray placed in a small castle under a Mun tree. According to legend, King U-Thong, founder of the Kingdom of Ayutthaya, discovered a beautiful conch buried in the ground being prepared for the establishment of the seat of his Kingdom. Consequently, he had a tiny castle built to house the shell. Hence, the provincial seal.
The Present
Today, there are but groups of crumbling ruins and rows of headless Buddhas where once an empire thrived. The temple compounds are still awe-inspiring even in disrepair and a visit here is memorable and a good beginning for those drawn to the relics of history.
The architecture of Ayutthaya is a fascinating mix of Khmer (ancient Cambodian style) and early Sukhothai style. Some cactus-shaped obelisks, called prangs, denote Khmer influence and look something like the famous towers of Angkor Wat. The more pointed stupas are ascribed to the Sukhothai influence. For new arrivals who had limited their visit to Bangkok, similarities may be noted with the riverside Wat Arun, an 18th-century structure that was built in the so-called Ayutthaya style, a melding of Sukhothai Buddhist influences and Hindu-inspired Khmer motifs.
Ayutthaya is administratively divided into 16 districts: Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Ban Phraek, Bang Ban, Bang Pahan, Bang Pa-in, Amphoe Bang Sai, Bang Sai, Lat Bua Luang, Maha Rat, Nakhon Luang, Phachi, Phak-Hai, Sena, Tha Rua, Uthai and Wang Noi.
Nama : Riyan Putri Lismono
Kelas : XI - IA3
No. Absen : 29
Information
Bangkok was founded in 1782 by the first monarch of the present Chakri dynasty. It is now the country's spiritual, cultural, diplomatic, commercial and educational hub. It covers an area of more than 1,500 square kilometres, and it is home to approximatlely ten million people or more than 10% of the country's population.
Over the last few decades, Thailand's capital city, Bangkok, has changed into a modern, exciting and sophisticated city. It offers to visitors not only the cosmopolitan amenities they would expect from other big cities, but also a unique treasure trove of cultural attractions. Thailand, in the heart of Southeast Asia, was never colonised and thus kept its unique culture and heritage intact. Bangkok offers visitors the opportunity to experience fascinating glimpse of Thailand's gentle culture amidst the bustle of a great and dynamic metropolis. This great city has had astounding success in combining the ancient and modern world.
For tourists, Bangkok has a feast of attractions to offer. The city is dotted with 400 glittering Buddhist temples of great beauty and fascination, magnificent palaces, classical dance extravaganzas, numerous shopping centres and traditional ways of life, especially along the "Venice of the East" timeless canals and the Chao Phraya River of the "River of Kings" winding through the city. It is worth taking a trip along its waters before exploring further into different canals to take a glimpse of old Bangkok.
Useful tourist information on Bangkok can be obtained from
Nama :Shinta permata sari
Kelas:xI ia 3/34
MOUNT MERAPI, Indonesia (AP) — The sky went black and a thunder-like roar filled the air. Some witnesses remember hearing one or two explosions. But few had time to see the searing hot gas cloud surge from the volcano before it engulfed their village, incinerating 60 people.
That was in 1994. Now, with Indonesia's Mount Merapi again emitting lava and gas clouds, survivors of the last eruption a dozen years ago told of its horrors — and urged people resisting evacuation this time to flee the danger zone.
"The trees caught fire and everything fell down" in 1994, said Maryoto, who sustained massive burns to his face and body. "I was aware of what was happening, but couldn't feel anything. It was so hot." Like many Indonesians, Maryoto uses one name.
The volcano in the middle of Java island continued spewing lava and gas clouds Tuesday, but not as violently or often as a day earlier, which saw the most activity since the peak began erupting again several weeks ago.
Name : Ach isfandi
Class : XI-is-4
Absen : 02
Chonburi, Bangkoks nearest seaside town, is located on the eastern coast of the Gulf of Thailand, only 80 kilometers from Bangkok. The area boasts abundant natural resources, which are highlighted by delightful beaches, local colors, traditions, delicacies and fresh seafood. This is a popular resort among Bangkokians who seek the nearest escape from hectic weekly schedules as Chon Buri has something for everyone. In addition, Chon Buri is the center of the Eastern Seaboard Development Project, with its industrial parks and fishing villages.
Pattaya
Pattaya A Travelers Paradise
Pattaya is nestled along a picturesque bay on the East Coast of the Gulf of Thailand, roughly 170 kilometers southeast of Bangkok. From a fishing village in the 1960's, Pattaya has emerged as the favorite Southeast Asian vacation center. A fascinating escape where tourists, holiday makers and vacationers from around the world unfold an incomparable array of possibilities to unwind during an exotic holiday beach vacation. Unlike other beach resorts, where natural surroundings are used as magnets to attract tourists, Pattaya makes an all-out attempt to provide the best of everything. Here, everything means everything a tourist can imagine while on holiday: recreation, entertainment, sports, sightseeing and fun. To put it simply, Pattaya is a paradise for everyone, as it has a variety of attractions suitable for all types of visitors. This is the place where you can fill your day, from dusk to dawn, with endless activities, or you may choose to do nothing at all and relax. The PastPattaya's name was originated from the march of Phraya Tak (later known as King Taksin the Great) and his followers from Ayutthaya to Chanthaburi just before the fall of the Ayutthaya Kingdom to the Burmese invaders in 1767.When Phraya Tak's army arrived in the vicinity of what is Pattaya today, he encountered the troops of Nai Klom who tried to intercept him. When the two leaders met face to face, Nai Klom was awed by Phraya Tak's dignified manner and his army's strict discipline, thereby surrendering without a fight. The place where the two armies confronted each other was later called Thap Phraya, which means the Army of the Phraya. This was later changed to Phatthaya, which happens to mean the wind blowing from the southwest to the northeast at the beginning of the rainy season. Today the spelling of the name has been simplified to Pattaya.For centuries, Pattaya was a small fishing village almost cut off from the outside world. But a big change occurred on 29 April 1961 when the first group of about 100 American servicemen who would join the Vietnam War arrived in Pattaya for relaxation. Soon, sleepy Pattaya became Thailand's premier and most successful beach resort, which annually attracts hundreds of thousands of pleasure-seeking visitors. A full range of accommodations from super deluxe hotels to bungalows and mini-pocket guesthouses replaced fishermens huts along the beach. Fishing vessels were adapted to become tourist boats and swimmers and sunbathers from various parts of the world frequented the quiet powdery golden beaches. Places of nighttime entertainment have also sprung up and are popular among international tourists. The PresentPattaya currently integrates the delights of a 1st class beach resort, city-like dining, shopping and night entertainment facilities with more than 300 assorted hotels, thousands of shops, restaurants and bars. In addition, there are an array of sports and recreational activities including beaches, golf courses, tennis courts, go-kart, gyms for working out, weight lifting and Thai-boxing gear. Pattaya offers a broad range of things to do. During the day, one may enjoy riding elephants or driving humble automatic mini-bikes, monstrous motorcycles, or even monster multicolored convertible Jeeps. Others go for shooting firearms, scuba diving and surfing, deep-sea fishing, speed boats, scooters, water-skiing, parasailing, or aerial sports such as gliding ultra-lights and flying motor-propelled gliders. On the other hand, at night, there are restaurants, bars, theaters, cabaret shows, night clubs, bowling halls, billiard & snooker clubs, exotic erotic shows, discos, sauna & massage parlors, not to cite its absolutely incredible shopping which is available non-stop both day-and-night.Pattaya FactsThis exotic beach resort welcomes approximately 5 million visitors a year. The friendly and hospitable Thai nature boosts its promotion, frequently bringing back the repeat visitors and constantly increasing the number of newcomers.Pattaya city is located on the eastern coast of the country at latitude 13 N and longitude 101 E in the area of Chon Buri province. It is 147 kilometers from Bangkok and lies parallel to Sukhumvit Road on its east and the coastline on its west. Pattaya occupies an area of 208.1 sq. km. that is divided into 53.44 sq. kilometers of land and 154.66 sq. kilometers of islands and sea. Its coastline is 15 kilometers long. Pattaya has a plain on the coast with some high mountains to the south. The area on the east slopes down towards the sea on the west. AdministrationPattaya City has been administered under a special autonomous system since 1978. It has a status comparable to that of a municipality and is administered separately by the mayor of Pattaya City, who is responsible for making policies, organizing public services, and supervising all employees of Pattaya City Administration.
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Mount Merapi eruption
brings back horror
Enlarge By Ed Wray, AP
Mount Merapi, in the middle of Indonesia's Java island, continues spewing lava and gas clouds Tuesday.
MOUNT MERAPI, Indonesia (AP) — The sky went black and a thunder-like roar filled the air. Some witnesses remember hearing one or two explosions. But few had time to see the searing hot gas cloud surge from the volcano before it engulfed their village, incinerating 60 people.
That was in 1994. Now, with Indonesia's Mount Merapi again emitting lava and gas clouds, survivors of the last eruption a dozen years ago told of its horrors — and urged people resisting evacuation this time to flee the danger zone.
"The trees caught fire and everything fell down" in 1994, said Maryoto, who sustained massive burns to his face and body. "I was aware of what was happening, but couldn't feel anything. It was so hot." Like many Indonesians, Maryoto uses one name.
The volcano in the middle of Java island continued spewing lava and gas clouds Tuesday, but not as violently or often as a day earlier, which saw the most activity since the peak began erupting again several weeks ago.
The relative lull did not mean the danger was over, scientists cautioned.
"That is Merapi," said Ratdomopurbo, the region's chief vulcanologist. "She is always fluctuating."
Scientists monitoring Merapi say the current activity will not result in a massive horizontal explosion, but warn that villagers living high on its slopes are again at risk of pyroclastic flows.
The flows are made up of a lower layer of coarse rock fragment, that bursts forth like a shotgun blast. The top layer is composed of turbulent ash and volcanic gas. They move together at speeds of 50 to 100 mph, and reach temperatures of up to 1,500 degrees.
Like most victims on the morning of Nov. 22, 1994, Maryoto was at a wedding in Turgo village on the mountain's western slopes when the 9,800-foot peak erupted.
NAMA:IVAN OKTAVIA
KELAS:XI IS-4
ABSEN:22
MOUNT MERAPI, Indonesia (AP) — The sky went black and a thunder-like roar filled the air. Some witnesses remember hearing one or two explosions. But few had time to see the searing hot gas cloud surge from the volcano before it engulfed their village, incinerating 60 people.
That was in 1994. Now, with Indonesia's Mount Merapi again emitting lava and gas clouds, survivors of the last eruption a dozen years ago told of its horrors — and urged people resisting evacuation this time to flee the danger zone.
"The trees caught fire and everything fell down" in 1994, said Maryoto, who sustained massive burns to his face and body. "I was aware of what was happening, but couldn't feel anything. It was so hot." Like many Indonesians, Maryoto uses one name.
The volcano in the middle of Java island continued spewing lava and gas clouds Tuesday, but not as violently or often as a day earlier, which saw the most activity since the peak began erupting again several weeks ago.
NAMA:RIKY PONCO P
KLS:XI Is 4
NO ABSEN:31
MOUNT MERAPI, Indonesia (AP) — The sky went black and a thunder-like roar filled the air. Some witnesses remember hearing one or two explosions. But few had time to see the searing hot gas cloud surge from the volcano before it engulfed their village, incinerating 60 people.
That was in 1994. Now, with Indonesia's Mount Merapi again emitting lava and gas clouds, survivors of the last eruption a dozen years ago told of its horrors — and urged people resisting evacuation this time to flee the danger zone.
"The trees caught fire and everything fell down" in 1994, said Maryoto, who sustained massive burns to his face and body. "I was aware of what was happening, but couldn't feel anything. It was so hot." Like many Indonesians, Maryoto uses one name.
The volcano in the middle of Java island continued spewing lava and gas clouds Tuesday, but not as violently or often as a day earlier, which saw the most activity since the peak began erupting again several weeks ago.
NAMA:SATRIA YUDA
KLS:XI IS 4
MOUNT MERAPI, Indonesia (AP) — The sky went black and a thunder-like roar filled the air. Some witnesses remember hearing one or two explosions. But few had time to see the searing hot gas cloud surge from the volcano before it engulfed their village, incinerating 60 people.
That was in 1994. Now, with Indonesia's Mount Merapi again emitting lava and gas clouds, survivors of the last eruption a dozen years ago told of its horrors — and urged people resisting evacuation this time to flee the danger zone.
"The trees caught fire and everything fell down" in 1994, said Maryoto, who sustained massive burns to his face and body. "I was aware of what was happening, but couldn't feel anything. It was so hot." Like many Indonesians, Maryoto uses one name.
The volcano in the middle of Java island continued spewing lava and gas clouds Tuesday, but not as violently or often as a day earlier, which saw the most activity since the peak began erupting again several weeks ago.
NAMA:M.AKHIRUL
KLS:XI IS 4
Mount Merapi eruption brings back horror
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Enlarge By Ed Wray, AP
Mount Merapi, in the middle of Indonesia's Java island, continues spewing lava and gas clouds Tuesday.
MOUNT MERAPI, Indonesia (AP) — The sky went black and a thunder-like roar filled the air. Some witnesses remember hearing one or two explosions. But few had time to see the searing hot gas cloud surge from the volcano before it engulfed their village, incinerating 60 people.
That was in 1994. Now, with Indonesia's Mount Merapi again emitting lava and gas clouds, survivors of the last eruption a dozen years ago told of its horrors — and urged people resisting evacuation this time to flee the danger zone.
"The trees caught fire and everything fell down" in 1994, said Maryoto, who sustained massive burns to his face and body. "I was aware of what was happening, but couldn't feel anything. It was so hot." Like many Indonesians, Maryoto uses one name.
The volcano in the middle of Java island continued spewing lava and gas clouds Tuesday, but not as violently or often as a day earlier, which saw the most activity since the peak began erupting again several weeks ago.
The relative lull did not mean the danger was over, scientists cautioned.
"That is Merapi," said Ratdomopurbo, the region's chief vulcanologist. "She is always fluctuating."
Scientists monitoring Merapi say the current activity will not result in a massive horizontal explosion, but warn that villagers living high on its slopes are again at risk of pyroclastic flows.
The flows are made up of a lower layer of coarse rock fragment, that bursts forth like a shotgun blast. The top layer is composed of turbulent ash and volcanic gas. They move together at speeds of 50 to 100 mph, and reach temperatures of up to 1,500 degrees.
Like most victims on the morning of Nov. 22, 1994, Maryoto was at a wedding in Turgo village on the mountain's western slopes when the 9,800-foot peak erupted.
He was in the kitchen and was trapped under one of its walls, perhaps shielding him from the heat and saving his life.
Maryoto, 50, lost nine family members, including his younger brother.
The intense heat melted both his ears, and many of his fingers and toes.
NAMA:EROL ARVI
KELAS:XI IS-4
ABSEN:18
Mount Merapi eruption brings back horror
Posted 5/16/2006 2:30 PM ET E-mail | Save | Print | Subscribe to stories like this
Enlarge By Ed Wray, AP
Mount Merapi, in the middle of Indonesia's Java island, continues spewing lava and gas clouds Tuesday.
MOUNT MERAPI, Indonesia (AP) — The sky went black and a thunder-like roar filled the air. Some witnesses remember hearing one or two explosions. But few had time to see the searing hot gas cloud surge from the volcano before it engulfed their village, incinerating 60 people.
That was in 1994. Now, with Indonesia's Mount Merapi again emitting lava and gas clouds, survivors of the last eruption a dozen years ago told of its horrors — and urged people resisting evacuation this time to flee the danger zone.
"The trees caught fire and everything fell down" in 1994, said Maryoto, who sustained massive burns to his face and body. "I was aware of what was happening, but couldn't feel anything. It was so hot." Like many Indonesians, Maryoto uses one name.
The volcano in the middle of Java island continued spewing lava and gas clouds Tuesday, but not as violently or often as a day earlier, which saw the most activity since the peak began erupting again several weeks ago.
The relative lull did not mean the danger was over, scientists cautioned.
"That is Merapi," said Ratdomopurbo, the region's chief vulcanologist. "She is always fluctuating."
Scientists monitoring Merapi say the current activity will not result in a massive horizontal explosion, but warn that villagers living high on its slopes are again at risk of pyroclastic flows.
The flows are made up of a lower layer of coarse rock fragment, that bursts forth like a shotgun blast. The top layer is composed of turbulent ash and volcanic gas. They move together at speeds of 50 to 100 mph, and reach temperatures of up to 1,500 degrees.
Like most victims on the morning of Nov. 22, 1994, Maryoto was at a wedding in Turgo village on the mountain's western slopes when the 9,800-foot peak erupted.
He was in the kitchen and was trapped under one of its walls, perhaps shielding him from the heat and saving his life.
Maryoto, 50, lost nine family members, including his younger brother.
The intense heat melted both his ears, and many of his fingers and toes.
His wife, Kasiyem, was selling vegetables in the market when the volcano erupted. She was unharmed. When it was finally safe to return home, she said, she saw bodies that were "black, scorched — just like pieces of coal."
The pair now live with 120 other survivor families in a cul-de-sac the government built especially for them. It lies 2 1/2 miles below their old village, far enough from the peak to be considered safe.
Turgo has since been repopulated, but has been off-limits since Saturday, when the government ordered the evacuation of its inhabitants, along with about 5,000 other people closest to the crater.
NAMA:HARY KRISTIANTO
KELAS:XI IS-4
ABSEN:21
Mount merapi,Indonesia(AP)-the sky went black and a thunder-like roar filled the air,some witnesses remember hearing one or two explosions.but few had time to see the searing hot gas cloud surge from the volcano before it engul fed their village incinerating to people.
NAMA :DICKY BAGUS K.
KELAS:XI IS 4
NO ABSEN:12
Mount Merapi eruption brings back horror
Posted 5/16/2006 2:30 PM ET E-mail | Save | Print | Subscribe to stories like this
Enlarge By Ed Wray, AP
Mount Merapi, in the middle of Indonesia's Java island, continues spewing lava and gas clouds Tuesday.
MOUNT MERAPI, Indonesia (AP) — The sky went black and a thunder-like roar filled the air. Some witnesses remember hearing one or two explosions. But few had time to see the searing hot gas cloud surge from the volcano before it engulfed their village, incinerating 60 people.
That was in 1994. Now, with Indonesia's Mount Merapi again emitting lava and gas clouds, survivors of the last eruption a dozen years ago told of its horrors — and urged people resisting evacuation this time to flee the danger zone.
"The trees caught fire and everything fell down" in 1994, said Maryoto, who sustained massive burns to his face and body. "I was aware of what was happening, but couldn't feel anything. It was so hot." Like many Indonesians, Maryoto uses one name.
The volcano in the middle of Java island continued spewing lava and gas clouds Tuesday, but not as violently or often as a day earlier, which saw the most activity since the peak began erupting again several weeks ago.
The relative lull did not mean the danger was over, scientists cautioned.
"That is Merapi," said Ratdomopurbo, the region's chief vulcanologist. "She is always fluctuating."
Scientists monitoring Merapi say the current activity will not result in a massive horizontal explosion, but warn that villagers living high on its slopes are again at risk of pyroclastic flows.
The flows are made up of a lower layer of coarse rock fragment, that bursts forth like a shotgun blast. The top layer is composed of turbulent ash and volcanic gas. They move together at speeds of 50 to 100 mph, and reach temperatures of up to 1,500 degrees.
NAMA:ANDIK WAHYUDI
KELAS:XI IS-4
ABSEN:04
Mount Merapi eruption brings back horror
Posted 5/16/2006 2:30 PM ET E-mail | Save | Print | Subscribe to stories like this
Enlarge By Ed Wray, AP
Mount Merapi, in the middle of Indonesia's Java island, continues spewing lava and gas clouds Tuesday.
MOUNT MERAPI, Indonesia (AP) — The sky went black and a thunder-like roar filled the air. Some witnesses remember hearing one or two explosions. But few had time to see the searing hot gas cloud surge from the volcano before it engulfed their village, incinerating 60 people.
That was in 1994. Now, with Indonesia's Mount Merapi again emitting lava and gas clouds, survivors of the last eruption a dozen years ago told of its horrors — and urged people resisting evacuation this time to flee the danger zone.
"The trees caught fire and everything fell down" in 1994, said Maryoto, who sustained massive burns to his face and body. "I was aware of what was happening, but couldn't feel anything. It was so hot." Like many Indonesians, Maryoto uses one name.
The volcano in the middle of Java island continued spewing lava and gas clouds Tuesday, but not as violently or often as a day earlier, which saw the most activity since the peak began erupting again several weeks ago.
The relative lull did not mean the danger was over, scientists cautioned.
"That is Merapi," said Ratdomopurbo, the region's chief vulcanologist. "She is always fluctuating."
NAMA:ACHMAD KHUSEN
KELAS:XI IS-4
ABSEN:03
MOUNT MERAPI, Indonesia (AP) — The sky went black and a thunder-like roar filled the air. Some witnesses remember hearing one or two explosions. But few had time to see the searing hot gas cloud surge from the volcano before it engulfed their village, incinerating 60 people.
That was in 1994. Now, with Indonesia's Mount Merapi again emitting lava and gas clouds, survivors of the last eruption a dozen years ago told of its horrors — and urged people resisting evacuation this time to flee the danger zone.
"The trees caught fire and everything fell down" in 1994, said Maryoto, who sustained massive burns to his face and body. "I was aware of what was happening, but couldn't feel anything. It was so hot." Like many Indonesians, Maryoto uses one name.
The volcano in the middle of Java island continued spewing lava and gas clouds Tuesday, but not as violently or often as a day earlier, which saw the most activity since the peak began erupting again several weeks ago.
Name : Dedy Armanto S.
Class : XI-is-4
Absen : 11
MOUNT MERAPI, Indonesia (AP) — The sky went black and a thunder-like roar filled the air. Some witnesses remember hearing one or two explosions. But few had time to see the searing hot gas cloud surge from the volcano before it engulfed their village, incinerating 60 people.
That was in 1994. Now, with Indonesia's Mount Merapi again emitting lava and gas clouds, survivors of the last eruption a dozen years ago told of its horrors — and urged people resisting evacuation this time to flee the danger zone.
"The trees caught fire and everything fell down" in 1994, said Maryoto, who sustained massive burns to his face and body. "I was aware of what was happening, but couldn't feel anything. It was so hot." Like many Indonesians, Maryoto uses one name.
The volcano in the middle of Java island continued spewing lava and gas clouds Tuesday, but not as violently or often as a day earlier, which saw the most activity since the peak began erupting again several weeks ago.
The relative lull did not mean the danger was over, scientists cautioned.
"That is Merapi," said Ratdomopurbo, the region's chief vulcanologist. "She is always fluctuating."
Scientists monitoring Merapi say the current activity will not result in a massive horizontal explosion, but warn that villagers living high on its slopes are again at risk of pyroclastic flows.
The flows are made up of a lower layer of coarse rock fragment, that bursts forth like a shotgun blast. The top layer is composed of turbulent ash and volcanic gas. They move together at speeds of 50 to 100 mph, and reach temperatures of up to 1,500 degrees.
Like most victims on the morning of Nov. 22, 1994, Maryoto was at a wedding in Turgo village on the mountain's western slopes when the 9,800-foot peak erupted.
He was in the kitchen and was trapped under one of its walls, perhaps shielding him from the heat and saving his life.
Maryoto, 50, lost nine family members, including his younger brother.
The intense heat melted both his ears, and many of his fingers and toes.
His wife, Kasiyem, was selling vegetables in the market when the volcano erupted. She was unharmed. When it was finally safe to return home, she said, she saw bodies that were "black, scorched — just like pieces of coal."
The pair now live with 120 other survivor families in a cul-de-sac the government built especially for them. It lies 2 1/2 miles below their old village, far enough from the peak to be considered safe.
Turgo has since been repopulated, but has been off-limits since Saturday, when the government ordered the evacuation of its inhabitants, along with about 5,000 other people closest to the crater.
Officials are manning barricades on the roads leading to the evacuation zone, stopping vehicles from entering. However, they let residents return to their fields and livestock during the day.
A few young men are allowed to stay in the villages overnight to guard against thieves.
But some people are refusing to leave at all, citing mystical beliefs that spirits watch over the volcano and will warn them if there is any danger.
"You can buy possessions, but you can't replace lives," said Kasiyem in an interview on the porch of the couple's two-room house. "They should come down."
Other survivors of the 1994 eruption said the mountain showed no sign of increased activity beforehand and that they received no warnings from the government's volcanology center.
The sight of more clouds on the mountain — locally called "shaggy sheep clouds" because they resemble tightly curled balls of wool as they roll down the slopes — has stirred bad memories for many.
"My friends said come and look at them (the clouds)," said Poniyem, who lost her 3 1/2-year-old son and her mother and father in the disaster, and was badly burned on her legs, hands and back. "I said to them, 'No way,' and stayed in the house.
NAMA: ERFANDY SEIAWAN
KELAS:IX IS 4
NO:17
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