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| Many of the festivals and events listed on Thailand's official calendar of annual events are traditional Buddhist or folk festivals, the date of which is either determined by the Buddhist lunar calendar and waxing and waning moon. These are not staged events. The festivals reflect the rhythm of life in rural Thai villages and local traditions as observed in times past. Event dates may be subject to change. To ensure you have the most updated information, please reconfirm details prior to travel. Please call 1672. |
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| TRADITIONAL FESTIVALS AND INTERNATIONAL EVENTS |
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SEPTEMBER 27, 2008 – APRIL 6, 2009
THE NINE WONDERS OF WAT PHO
New Mini-Light-and-Sound Presentation
At Wat Pho – Temple of The Reclining Buddha
Koh Rattanakosin (Rattanakosin Island) Bangkok
English version at 18.30/19.30/20.30 and 21.00 daily
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CHIANG RAI TRAVEL SEASON
Welcome to Chiang Rai
Event Calendar
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NOVEMBER 1 - DECEMBER 5, 2008
DOK BUA TONG GIANT WILD MEXICAN SUNFLOWER BLOOMING SEASON
On Doi Mae U-kor, Mae Hong Son
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DECEMBER 4-7, 2008
6th PHUKET INTERNATIONAL MARINE EXPO – PIMEX 2008
ASIA'S BIGGEST BOATSHOW ON THE WATER
At the Royal Phuket Marina
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DECEMBER 12 - 14, 2008
JIM THOMPSON SALE 2008
50-70% Off Most Items
10.00-17.00 hrs
At the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC), Bangna, Bangkok/ Hall 106 |
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NOVEMBER 29 - DECEMBER 4, 2008
2008 PHUKET KING'S CUP REGATTA
The Phuket King's Cup Regatta is Asia's biggest and most popular regatta. More than a regatta, the week long event consists of great parties, great sailing and lots of fun.
Inaugurated in 1987 to celebrate the 60th birthday of His Majesty the King of Thailand, the event has been held every year since during the first week of December. In 2006, the event was voted as Yatching Event of the Year at the Christofle Asia Boating Awards. This honour follows a record year in December 2006 with over 100 boats entering the event and with a record media turnout. It is the second consecutive year the Phuket King's Cup Regatta won this prestigious award.
With the Royal Patronage of His Majesty the King, the Regatta is organised by the Phuket King's Cup Regatta Organizing Committee under the auspices of the Royal Varuna Yacht Club, in conjunction with the Yacht Racing Association of Thailand, the Royal Thai Navy and the Province of Phuket.
For general information on the Phuket King’s Cup Regatta, contact Regatta Secretary at info@kingscup.com or +66 (0) 7627 3380. For racing inquiries, contact Simon James on racing@kingscup.com. The regatta website is www.kingscup.com where further information and Notice of Race can be found.
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DECEMBER 3 – 7, 2008
2nd THAILAND INTERNATIONAL BALLON FESTIVAL 2008
Colourful Skies over Khao Yai, Pak Chong
Festival site at War Dog Battalion, Pak Chong,
Nakhon Ratchasima province
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DECEMBER 6, 2008
SUKHOTHAI MINI LIGHT & SOUND SHOW
Venue : Sukhothai Historical Park
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DECEMBER 17, 2008
EARTH HOUR PICNIC AT MAI KHAO BEACH, PHUKET
From 17.30 onwards
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DECEMBER 20, 2008 - JANUARY 4, 2009
JIM THOMPSON FARM TOUR
Farm Tours Everyday - from 09.00 am until 05.00 pm
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DECEMBER 24 – 26, 2008
THE MEKONG RIVER OF FAITHS – CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS
3-days/2-nights package
Bangkok – Nakhon Phanom – Sakhon Nakhon – Bangkok
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DECEMBER 25 - 31, 2008
HANDS BANGKOK COUNTDOWN 2009 @ CENTRAL WORLD
Web site: www.handsbangkokcountdown.com/main.html
Please click to view
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DECEMBER 25 – 31, 2008
PATTAYA COUNTDOWN
19.00 – 01.00 hrs
Bali Hai Pier, Pattaya
Admission is free.
Please click to view
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DECEMBER 27, 2008
THE AKHA – PEOPLE OF THE HILLS
Light-and-Sound Presentation
At the Chiang Rai Social Development Center
Ban Pasang, Mae Chan district, Chiang Rai
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DECEMBER 27, 2008
WIMAYA NATTAKAN
A dance drama and light-and-sound presentation
At Phimai Historical Park
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DECEMBER 31, 2008 – JANUARY 1, 2009
NEW YEAR COUNTDOWN IN KHORAT (NAKHON RATCHASIMA)
THE HAPPINESS MOMENT@CHILL OUT IN KHORAT
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DECEMBER 2008
AYUTTHAYA WORLD HERITAGE SITE CELEBRATIONS
Venue: The Ayutthaya Historical Park, Ayutthaya
Formally known as Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, the ancient city of Ayutthaya, was founded in 1350 by King U-Thong and remained the capital city of the Kingdom of Siam for 417 years, from 1350 to 1767.
During this time, 33 kings of various Siamese dynasties reigned in Ayutthaya, each contributing to the the Kingdom's many cultural treasures. However it was during the reign of His Majesty King Narai the Great that the Kingdom of Siam established international diplomatic and trade ties with many western countries such as France, Holland, Portugal and Spain.
During its heyday, international trade flourished with Dutch, Portuguese, French, English, Chinese and Japanese sea-faring traders sailing up the Chao Phraya River, the River Of Kings, to this ancient capital. Ayutthaya was one of Asia's most prosperous cities with a proliferation of magnificent temples, palaces and pavillions signifying its wealth and properity.
With a culture and civilisation so outstanding and timeless, Ayutthaya was designated a UNESCO Cultural World Heritage Site on 13 December 1991.
Each year, Ayutthaya celebrates its glorious past with displays of traditional culture and lifestyle, numerous forms of entertainment amid the ruins of this ancient city.
Contact information:
TAT Central Office - Region 6
Tel: +66 (0) 3524 6076-7
Fax: +66 (0) 3524 6078
E-mail: tatyutya@tat.or.th
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JANUARY TO DECEMBER 2008
EVENT LISTINGS AT A GLANCE
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IMPORTANT
Event dates and programme details may be subject to change.
Many of the festivals and events listed on Thailand's official calendar of annual events are traditional Buddhist or folk festivals, the date of which is either determined by the Buddhist lunar calendar and waxing and waning moon. These are not staged events. The festivals reflect the rhythm of life in rural Thai villages and local traditions as observed in times past. To ensure you have the most updated information, please reconfirm details prior to travel.
Contact:
Tourism Authority of Thailand
Email: info@tat.or.th
Website: www.tat.or.th
Tel: +66 (0) 2250 5500 (120 automatic lines)
Fax: +66 (0) 2250 5511 (two automatic lines)
FOR EVENT INFORMATION,
please call 1672.
Address:
1600 Petchaburi Road, Makkasan, Rajatevee
Bangkok 10400
Thailand |
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