Sukhothai Loi Krathong and Candle Festival 2010
November 19, 2010 - November 21, 2010
(12.00 - 12.00)
+66 5561 6228-9
Although the holiday of Loy Krathong is now celebrated throughout the kingdom, Loy Krathong originated in Sukhothai, the first Thai capital. While particularly popular with couples who head down to any nearby body of water to light the candles and incense on their floating Krathongs, visitors can best appreciate Loy Krathong by heading to the ancient capital of Sukhothai, where the holiday was first celebrated.
Highlights of the Sukhothai Loy Krathong celebration include displays of lighted candles and fireworks, folk dancing and a spectacular light & sound presentation.
At the Sukhothai Loy Krathong festival, visitors will be dazzled by the float procession of large krathong from 17 Northern provinces. The procession will consist of krathongs from government agencies, state enterprises, private sectors, and the general public. There are also a Krathong design contest, the Miss Noppamas Beauty Contest, and Sukhothai arts and culture performances.
Category: Art and Culture, Fairs & Festivals, Performing Arts
By Bus
Air-conditioned buses depart from Bangkok's Mochit 2 Bus Terminal to Sukhothai daily between 9.45 a.m. and 10.20 p.m.,frequently during the morning. The journey takes 7 hours. Call 0 2936 2852-66 or visit www.transport.co.th for more information. Private bus companies which operate daily bus services to Sukhothai are such as Win Tour (Tel: 0 2936 3753 or 0 5561 1039), Phitsanulok Yan Yon (Tel: 0 2936 2924-5, 0 5525 8647) Sukhothai Bus Terminal (Tel: 0 5561 3296)
By Train
There are no trains going directly to Sukhothai. One may travel by train to Phitsanulok and then take a local bus to Sukhothai, about 59 kilometres away. Contact Bangkok Railway Station Tel. 1690, 02223 7010, 0 2223 7020 or visit www.railway.co.th for more information.
By Other
Bangkok Airways flies from Bangkok to Sukhothai daily for 1-hour journey. Sukhothai Airport is about 40 kilometres north of the town. For more information, call 0 2265 5678, 0 2265 5555 or 0 5564 7224-5 or visit www.bangkokair.com
Monday, November 15, 2010
Loi Krathong
Loi Krathong
November 21, 2010
Loy Krathong is a festival which occurs on the full moon of the 12th lunar month, a date which usually falls in November.
Loy means to float and a Krathong is a small, hand-made “boat” or “raft” traditionally made from the leaves or bark of a banana tree and decorated with origami-esque banana leaves, flowers, candles, and incense sticks. In modern days, Krathongs are often made of specially baked bread, so the Krathongs are biodegradable, although many use styrofoam.
Many Thais believe that celebrating Loy Krathong by offering a krathong to the Water Goddess, Phra Mae Khongkha, will bring them good luck, particularly for couples, who will go to launch Krathongs together: a particularly auspicious event if the couple crafts their own krathong, although it is more common in modern days to simply buy krathongs from vendors near the water.
During the night of the full moon, many people will light their candles and incense and celebrate Loy Krathong by releasing their floating offering on a river or other body of water. Governmental offices, corporations, and other large groups will collaborate on larger, more elaborate rafts, which are often judged in contests. Loy Krathong celebrations also typically feature fireworks displays and beauty contests.
These beauty contests are known as Noppamas Queen Contests, named after Noppamas, a consort of the King of Sukothai in the 14th century, who is thought to be the first to float decorated krathongs.
Consequently, the tradition of Loy Kratong is believed to have begun in Sukhothai, although it is now celebrated throughout Thailand, with the festivities in Chiang Mai and Ayutthaya the most popular.
In Chiang Mai the Loy Krathong holiday is called Yi Peng. In addition to the krathongs floated in the waters around Chiang Mai, thousands of Lanna-style sky lanterns (khom fai) are released into the sky, part of the lantern oriented Lanna belief in their symbolically auspicious flames.
November 21, 2010
Loy Krathong is a festival which occurs on the full moon of the 12th lunar month, a date which usually falls in November.
Loy means to float and a Krathong is a small, hand-made “boat” or “raft” traditionally made from the leaves or bark of a banana tree and decorated with origami-esque banana leaves, flowers, candles, and incense sticks. In modern days, Krathongs are often made of specially baked bread, so the Krathongs are biodegradable, although many use styrofoam.
Many Thais believe that celebrating Loy Krathong by offering a krathong to the Water Goddess, Phra Mae Khongkha, will bring them good luck, particularly for couples, who will go to launch Krathongs together: a particularly auspicious event if the couple crafts their own krathong, although it is more common in modern days to simply buy krathongs from vendors near the water.
During the night of the full moon, many people will light their candles and incense and celebrate Loy Krathong by releasing their floating offering on a river or other body of water. Governmental offices, corporations, and other large groups will collaborate on larger, more elaborate rafts, which are often judged in contests. Loy Krathong celebrations also typically feature fireworks displays and beauty contests.
These beauty contests are known as Noppamas Queen Contests, named after Noppamas, a consort of the King of Sukothai in the 14th century, who is thought to be the first to float decorated krathongs.
Consequently, the tradition of Loy Kratong is believed to have begun in Sukhothai, although it is now celebrated throughout Thailand, with the festivities in Chiang Mai and Ayutthaya the most popular.
In Chiang Mai the Loy Krathong holiday is called Yi Peng. In addition to the krathongs floated in the waters around Chiang Mai, thousands of Lanna-style sky lanterns (khom fai) are released into the sky, part of the lantern oriented Lanna belief in their symbolically auspicious flames.
The 2010 Phimai Festival
The 2010 Phimai Festival
November 10, 2010 - November 14, 2010
(12.00 - 12.00)
TAT Nakhon Rachasima Office
0 4421 3030, 0 4421 3666, 0 4447 1617, 0 4447 1121
The province of Nakhon Ratchasima, in collaboration with the TAT Nakhon Ratchasima Office, the Fine Arts Department, as well as, other related agencies, is organizing the annual 2010 Phimai Festival, scheduled to be held during 10 – 14 November, 2010, at the Phrommathat Ground of the Phimai Historical Park and banks of the Chakkarat River, Amphoe Phimai, Nakhon Ratchasima province.
Disclosed by the Director of TAT Nakhon Ratchasima Office, Mr. Auttaphol Wannakij, the highlights of the event will include a light and sound presentation, Dances beyond d the Mun River, that will tell the story of the glorious period of King Jayavarman VII.(12-14 November, 2010, The event will also comprise traditional long-boat races during 13 – 14 November, 2010, on the banks of the Chakkarat River and Mun River. These boats are the longest and straightest ones in Thailand. In addition to this, there is the Korat cat competition, Khon or classical Thai mask dance from the Fine Arts Department, local art and cultural performances, as well as competition of renowned food of Phimai. The Director also reassured that tourists will enjoy the warm hospitality of the people of Phimai, as well as, hear the story of the grand Phimai Sanctuary from the Phimai Witthaya School’s students. Sales of local products and various fun-filled performances are also available.
For further information, please contact the Phimai District Office, Tel. 0 4447 1617, Phimai Municipal Office, Tel. 0 4447 1121 (ticket reservation), or TAT Nakhon Ratchasima Office, Tel. 0 4421 3030, 0 4421 3666, Website: www.tat.or.th/nakhonratchasima E-mail: tatsima@tat.or.th
November 10, 2010 - November 14, 2010
(12.00 - 12.00)
TAT Nakhon Rachasima Office
0 4421 3030, 0 4421 3666, 0 4447 1617, 0 4447 1121
The province of Nakhon Ratchasima, in collaboration with the TAT Nakhon Ratchasima Office, the Fine Arts Department, as well as, other related agencies, is organizing the annual 2010 Phimai Festival, scheduled to be held during 10 – 14 November, 2010, at the Phrommathat Ground of the Phimai Historical Park and banks of the Chakkarat River, Amphoe Phimai, Nakhon Ratchasima province.
Disclosed by the Director of TAT Nakhon Ratchasima Office, Mr. Auttaphol Wannakij, the highlights of the event will include a light and sound presentation, Dances beyond d the Mun River, that will tell the story of the glorious period of King Jayavarman VII.(12-14 November, 2010, The event will also comprise traditional long-boat races during 13 – 14 November, 2010, on the banks of the Chakkarat River and Mun River. These boats are the longest and straightest ones in Thailand. In addition to this, there is the Korat cat competition, Khon or classical Thai mask dance from the Fine Arts Department, local art and cultural performances, as well as competition of renowned food of Phimai. The Director also reassured that tourists will enjoy the warm hospitality of the people of Phimai, as well as, hear the story of the grand Phimai Sanctuary from the Phimai Witthaya School’s students. Sales of local products and various fun-filled performances are also available.
For further information, please contact the Phimai District Office, Tel. 0 4447 1617, Phimai Municipal Office, Tel. 0 4447 1121 (ticket reservation), or TAT Nakhon Ratchasima Office, Tel. 0 4421 3030, 0 4421 3666, Website: www.tat.or.th/nakhonratchasima E-mail: tatsima@tat.or.th
Sunday, October 31, 2010
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Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Huay Tueng Tao Lake in Chiang Mai
Huay Tueng Tao – A Hidden Chill Out Lake in Chiang Mai
At the north of Thailand, Chiang Mai is not only well known for unique and traditional Lanna culture, it is also famous about abundant natural attractions. Each year, Chiang Mai attracts numerous people to come this particular relaxing place includes Huay Tueng Tao, a large man-made reservoir at the foot of Doi Suthep. Huay Teung Tao is one of charming places enveloped in beautiful natural surroundings. All year round, Huay Tueng Tao offers you a warm welcoming and a chill out atmosphere where there is no rush.
Organized by Kawila Military Camp, Hauy Teung Tao is a popular destination for locals. Situated about 7 kilometers north of Chiang Mai, Hauy Teung Tao is an appropriate spot to sit back and relax your busy day. Surrounded with huge mountains, woodland, and rice paddles, this hidden lake is set in a perfect compound of nature. The beautiful scene of the golden sunlight shining from behind of the mountain reflects the surface of water all day. The soft wind blow attracts the dragonflies to spread its wings in the air.
As Huay Tueng Tao looks like a secret Chiang Mai sea in a valley, the small sand beach becomes a hot spot to play water. Many floating food stalls are built up like a hut located on the edge of the lake in order to help visitors get close to nature as well as enjoy eating local foods. In this public park area, there is a 3 kilometers long road provided for visitors to explore around and feel free to choose their favorite spot.
At Huay Tueng Tao, there are many activities provides for visitors to join and have fun with. Visitors can do either cycling, bird-watching, picnic, running, walking, or any other things in the area. The most popular activities are biking and fishing because there are mountain-bike tracking and fishing spots provided around Huay Tueng Tao. For people who love excited, there is also paintball, ATV, and tower jump to escape boredom.
Huay Tueng Tao is open everyday from 8.30 am to 6 pm. Entrance fee is 20 Baht per person. The best way to visit Huay Tueng Tao is by private transport.
Although Huay Tueng Tao is not somewhere many tourists ask to go, I'm sure they will love it once they get to know this place.
Jang-Chutima
Friday, January 8, 2010
Find the real Thailand
Northern Thailand is not only Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai or Pai, visit Nan Province. Nan is rarely visited by foreign tourists and as such it doesn't have much infrastructure to cater for the western style tourist. The area is known for excellent trekking and caving, spectacular scenery and some of the nicest people The northeast province where culture undisturbed as yet and is deep culture. Visit Nan, you would not be disappointed, see the Wonderful Temple, Market . Find the real Thailand.
Monday, January 4, 2010
Nan Province how to get to NAN
Thailand Travel Holiday trips:how to get to NAN
how to travel and get to NAN Province thailand By Car
From Bangkok, take Highway No. 32 to Nakhon Sawan and use Highway No. 117 to Phitsanulok, Highway No. 11 to Amphoe Den Chai, then take Highway No. 101 to Nan via Phrae, a total distance of 668 kilometres.
how to travel and get to NAN Province thailand By Bus
Transport Co. Ltd. operates bus services from Bangkok's Mochit 2 Bus Terminal to Nan every day. Call 0 2936 2852-66 or visit www.transport.co.th for more information. Other private companies are such as Phrae Tour Tel: 0 2245 2369, Sombat Tour Tel: 0 2936 2495-6 and Choetchai Tour Tel: 0 5471 0362 (Nan Office).
how to travel and get to NAN Province thailand NAN By Air
Nok Air from Chiang Mai to NAN Site:www.nokair.com/NokConnext/aspx/flight_list.aspx
Tel +662-900-9955
Distances from Amphoe Mueang to Other Districts
Ban Luang : 76 kilometres
Chiang Klang : 86 kilometres
Thung Chang : 80 kilometres
Na Muen : 45 kilometres
Mae Charim : 38 kilometres
Song Khwae : 75 kilometres
Tha Wang Pha : 43 kilometres
Na Noi : 60 kilometres
Bo Kluea : 133 kilometres
Pua : 60 kilometres
Wiang Sa : 25 kilometres
Santi Suk : 32 kilometres
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