| With a vast away of cultures, traditions, attractions and activities to offer, Thailand will continue to be the preferred travel destination among global travellers. This is also due to our Amazing Thailand campaign, which has been attracted visitors global wide and highlighting the uniqueness of our country.
On top of the scenic natural beauty, exotic fauna and, savory cuisine, and alternative forms of well being, Thailand also has countless annual festivals and events full of pomp and splendour than have been passed down over the centuries to the present day. With these colourful and exciting events on offer, more and more travellers will select our country as the place for their holiday.
Major Thai Festivals and Events 2003 presents the various occasions throughout the year in the different regions of the country where it's the ideal place for you to come, see and experience for yourself.
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Legends of a Kingdom (Amazing January)
There are countless stories behind the ruins that dot the country. Each of them has its own history and aesthetic that reflects the evolution of the Thai kingdom. Travel back in time at the many light and sound presentations portraying the history of Thailand, held throughout several provinces in January. |
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Flower Paradise (Amazing February)
February is the time when Thailand's countless flowers are in full bloom, setting the nation ablaze with color. There are flowers everywhere, whether you are visiting Bangkok or trekking in the mountains of northern Thailand Spend some peaceful time among nature at its finest. |
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Summer Music & Sport Festival (Amazing March)
At the first of the summer winds begin blowing into Thailand this month signaling Thai people to go out and have fun (as if they needed an excuse). Enjoy a range of Thai-style activities under the clear blue shy of the warm season. |
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Heritage of Siam Songkran (Amazing April)
Living under a scorching sun does not seem to bother Thai people very much even though April is considered the hottest month of the year. At this time of year, Thais cool off by splashing water at each other during Songkran, or Thai New year. Songkran is also a family time when millions of people return to their hometowns for a family reunion leving Bangkok almost empty. |
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Thai Fruit Festival (Amazing May)
Since May is the season of fruit harvesting in Thailand and the month of a long school vacation, the Tourism Authority of Thailand, thus, initiates a travel campaign to agricultural areas so as to promote the agricultural products nationwide. |
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Green Adventure Festival (Amazing June)
The rainy season in Thailand may begin in June buf that is not the end of the traveling season. Indeed, this in a good time for another type of travel, the eco traveling. The sites for this kind of tourism are various, ranging activities such as trekking, hiking rock-climbing, rafting, canoeing, diving and fishing . |
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Timeless Thai Elegance (Amazing July)
With long history, Thailand has its own unique cultural heritages expressing out various kinds of arts. All reflect the glorious era way back in the passage of time. |
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Family Festival (Amazing August)
August 12th of every year is Thailand's Mother Day. All Thai nationals look forward to participating in any activities initiated to remind everybody of ever mother as a give. Thus, the tourist scheme in this month airs to promote a better relationship in the families, the very foundation of any society and the source of love and warmth. |
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International Boat Races (Amazing September)
Long-tailed boats are the cultural heritage of Thai waterfront lives. In an ancient time during the rainy season when the rivers overflowed its banks and agricultural activities were in a long haul, Thai farmers traveled on their long-tailed boats to make merits at waterfront temples in different regions. On the way back, they would initiate Many games and activities - among them is the boat race which was developed into an annual event. However, each region of the country has tradition. |
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The Magnificent Mekhong River (Amazing October)
The foundations of civilization originated on this river. With its source in Tibetan Plateau, the 4'200 km long mekong runs through China, Lao, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam. This waterway has been the crucial lifeline to the people of this region. Now the river has become a major attraction for travelers searching an unspoiled and exotic place.
For this month, cultural festivals and activities will be organized between Thailand and the neighboring Mekong countries such as Myanmar, Laos and Cambodia. |
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Loy Krathong Festival (Amazing November)
Loy Krathong Festival is on the full moon of the twelfth lunar month. Some believe it is the homage to the Buddha's footprint. But in Thailand, people nationwide will flock to the rivers to celebrate this festival in their unique ways such as Yi Peng Float Festival and Loy Krathong Sai.
The annual ceremony that adds colours to the peaceful rivers under the full moon night each year is commonly known nationwide as "Loy Krathong" Festival. In a continual effort, Thailand is promoting this festival as "Festival of the World". |
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Thai Extravaganza (Amazing December)
During December when weather id cooling down, traveling around the country is even more pleasant. Furthermore, December is the month of holidays and celebrations, Just name it, whether it be the Father's Day, Thailand's Constitution Day, Christmas and New year. No wonder why many festivals are held up to color this festive season. Namely international jazz year-end count down celebration. |
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