Bangkok embraces green living with the opening of a thriving forest park in 2022

Bangkok, a city that has been criticised for its lack of green spaces, is to welcome a thriving forest. A “forest park”, known as Benjakitti Forest Park, is set to open next year in the city’s Asoke area. It will a 1.5 kilometre elevated walkway, surrounded by tropical trees and a bicycle track that will connect to Lumpini Park. Along with a variety of plants, … Continue reading Bangkok embraces green living with the opening of a thriving forest park in 2022

Forest Tales: Great Big Story meets people who’ve made the forests central to their lives

Forests have a positive impact on people all over the world – from natives who call the forest home, nature lovers who reap its healing benefits, through to kids who adore the natural playground. In the short film below, Great Big Story meets individuals who have made the forest a central part of their lives. They include Warrick Mitchell who lives off the land in … Continue reading Forest Tales: Great Big Story meets people who’ve made the forests central to their lives