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Roy volcano toward the Thai.

2009-09-12T06:11:00.004+07:00

Roy volcano toward the Thai

Came to play (to see) and then northeast again. Now that means the province. City of gratification. The slogan that "local volcanic stone castle in beautiful silk rich culture" and would certainly be true to his authentic. Prasat Hin Phanom Rung who came first. It must have been another opportunity for a second time. The author is a time and then four. Each is different over time. Remember that first time. The entrance is not Tnnladyag. And shops of this size is not very valuable ... O never actually lost a long time.

Vestige of civilization local volcano.

2-day period only if the trip Buriram. People will recommend places that feature 2 is his mast in the city districts. Prasat Phanom Rung stone on the walk from the city to close about 80 km from the city prior to the district band will win through. Royal King King Valley support young Marine Blue Buddha balance Chula world. Amateur guide says the province has made to honor King Rama 1 primal of Chakri Dynasty. Who Founded in Buriram. When the prince also has a monarch King battle. The young king Raja support codes are half his actual size. Cast bronze metal. ฉลองพระองค์ as a fighter Kattii ancient royal tradition. Stamp on the war elephant. Makes us suspect that the city lost Buriram related Rama 1 how to take over from the car guide rail. 2 big house you see politicians father the son of Buri Ram Anyone know where home is different after the two left side right side. Car does not sail far over the water brook creek big name that horrendous markets because the markets in the old building-block. But the current destinations. And also a point of view the birds. The winter is just migrant birds from Siberia to escape the cold nestle warmth of the Huai is the tens of thousands. Birds, including birds, found open bill ibis bird bittern long legs, etc. This creek is a large freshwater lake. And a tropical perennial plant throughout the area. Lido is a very popular one.

When the 6 kilometers from the city, this event will test the power within. Who thought that there are certain legs. The breathing system is great. Must continue to test his dorsal fin is high above sea level 265 meters (custom) in ancient times as the location of ancient volcanoes, which continue to show the current time clue intake to see clearly. The crater entrance resembles a deep trough. Impound water year round. Top is the place. "His bow Bpitr excellent" Big Buddha partners in Buriram and Ancient Pragcskoe. Buddha enshrined within the model. Travel up to his dorsal fin is how can two walk up stairs or driving to the Mount. Between the rivers of lava to find a clue. Distinguishable from the other stream is filled with a porous volcanic rock. Baba called Rock Salt lined full.

In the evening we all get the power of love health mountains. Watch Sunday on his dorsal fin set. And also see clouds form similar nuclear bomb. Some say that the fungous Lin จื separately. Upon each person's perspective. He's a nice example on this. Authors see people jogging. Liao and you see a middle-aged men are standing for the power behind Buddha.

Prior to appreciate the Phanom Rung Historical Park.

Since the first day to his mast. The second day that all programming must not miss to visit Khao Phanom Rung. We depart in the evening to head south about 77 kilometers to go the route. Band will win through lower castle town. But we do not stop. Least one player to know Phanom Rung stone castle. That would be less than one never heard the name. Narai Tabhlag Brrtm property Tis. This is the music of the band Cara Baton remark that the one piece that "took Michael Jackson to return. Vishnu came back out, "So now we have to watch Tabhlag Narai Brrtm property Tis again. Prasat Hin Phanom Rung. Located atop the volcanic fire, and then close about 200 meters high (the word "Phanom Rung" or "that นํ model of" a Khmer language means "big mountain") is a Hindu shrine. As that church doctrine. When the check from the history found. Construction has restored several consecutive times. 15th century Buddha from around the 17th century, Buddhism and Buddhism in the 18th century, Jayavarman 7, Kingdom of Cambodia has turned to respect Mahayana Buddhist doctrine. This shrine has been modified as a religious place of Buddhism in the period.
Us to Phanom Rung stone castle in the evening longer. But still time before the doors will close at 6 o'clock every evening from symptoms glad to see the beautiful and historic wonders. And bring together many pictures together. When walking up to the top. Against a young western Canadians with Brazil, 2 people told her that the top is beautiful, very beautiful castle fact help but gasp and walk the same. Good Times Power Department to be stuck. Walking up the stairs to the back hand is not tired. In fact it can help.

Sunday set this beautiful day than yesterday. Promptly to imagine that a day would have the opportunity to watch the natural phenomenon of a rare visit to 1 year will see only 4 times only. The sun will fall directly castle gate box 15 times between 2 days and 5-7 Mar with 5-7 Oct sun will report a 2 door box 15 times in the day 3-5 with Apr on 8-10 September. every year. Oh .. if people would see a row of merit eyes once.

Now is the time to Bangkok. With a deposit of pork meat ball made themselves. Buriram to stab people who stand out in the mouth and sauce together over there. Also outstanding is the band success in Krayasart and pickled fish. Top .... the food officer will not even buy that it was time to buy a top officer of drying That help. Now for eating meat ball before. Sauce is delicious help. Not believed to be self-de taste!

Touris at Thailand

2008-11-08T11:07:00.000+07:00

Lantern Festival : the Color of the South

2008-11-01T22:20:00.004+07:00

Lantern Festival : the Color of the South
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Lantern Festival : the Color of the South
Dates: 1 November, 2008 – 28 February, 2009
(Paricitpate 12 November, 2008)
Venue: Hat Yai Municipality Park, Hat Yai District, Songkhla

Highlights :
Features the creative wonderful lanterns in the theme of the 7 wonders i.e. Fabulous International Lantern, Amazing Fowl and Animal, World of Kids as well as contemporary style.

Phuket Thailand Open 2008
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SWATCH FIVB Beach Volley World Tour 08
Date : 4 – 9 November 2008
Venue : Karon Beach, Phuket

One of the World Tour of SWATCH FIVB Beach Volley World Tour and the current biggest match of Asia. Meet the world top 20 in the excited game on the white sandy beach of Phuket.

Yi Peng Festival
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Yi Peng Festival
Date : 8 - 12 November 2008
Venue : Tha Phae Gate, banks of Ping River, Chiang Mai Municipal Office, Chiang Mai

HIghlights :
An amazing procession of hanging lanterns, Krathong design contest, Miss Yi Peng beauty contest, light and sound presentation in Ping River, the ancient Thai Lanna Krathong activities, local cultural performances, and local handicrafts market in Lanna style.

Surin Elephant Roundup & Red Cross Fair 2008
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Surin Elephant Roundup & Red Cross Fair 2008
Date : November 18 - 27 , 2008
Venue : Surin Province
Date/Activities
18 – 27 November 2008
- Surin Elephant Roundup & Red Cross Fair At Srinarong Stadium
20 November 2008
Thu 06.00 p.m - Surin Elephant Buffet Contest
At the Statue of Phraya Surin Phakdi Srinarong Chang Wang
21 November 2008, Fri
09.00 a.m - Welcome and Elephant Feeding Ceremony,
Surin Elephant Buffet 2008 the biggest of the world
At the Statue of Phraya Surin Phakdi Srinarong Chang Wang
07.00 p.m. - Light and Sound Performance Show ‘The Legend of
Thousand years of the Sikhoraphum castle’
At Sikhoraphum castle, Amphoe Sikhoraphum
22 November 2008, Sat
08.30 a.m. - Enjoyable Elephant Talent Shows [More than 250
elephants performing] At Surin Elephant Show Stadium
07.00 p.m. - Light and Sound Performance Show ‘The Legend of
Thousand years of the Sikhoraphum castle’ The Last Show.
At Sikhoraphum castle, Amphoe Sikhoraphum
23 November 2008, Sun
05.00 a.m. - Joining Rajamangala Muang Chang Mini-Half Marathon Race
At Rajamangkala University Of Technology Isan, Surin Campus
08.30 a.m. - Enjoyable Elephant Talent Shows [More than 250 elephants
performing], The Last Show. At Surin Elephant Show Stadium

2008 Phuket King's Cup Regatta

2008-10-21T07:58:00.001+07:00

2008 Phuket King's Cup Regatta
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Date : 29th November - 6th December 2008
Venue : Phuket, Thailand

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.

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.

Loi Krathong

2008-10-21T07:56:00.002+07:00

Loi Krathong Krung Kao and Loi Krathong at 4 Corners of the Old City (Ayutthaya)
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Loi Krahong Krung Kao (Old Ayutthaya Style of Loi Krathong)
Date: 12 November, 2008
Venue: Thung Phukhao Thong Area, beside King Naraesuan the Great Memorial Statue, Ayutthaya

Highlights:
Enjoy and experience the Ayutthaya Style of Loi Krathong, feast your eyes on the cultural performances and entertainments as well as food and goods fair.

Loi Krathong at 4 Corners of the Old City (Ayutthaya)
Venue: 4 corners of Ayutthaya, i.e. under Pridi-Thamrong Bridge; Pom Petch; in front of National Museum-Chandrakasem; and in front of Chedi Si Suriyothai.

Highlights:
This is a memorable event for you to experience the contest of hanging lanterns, small-size Krathong contest, Miss Noppamas (international) beauty contest, Noppamas kids contest, singing contest, cultural performances, and OTOP products.
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Tourism Thailand

Lantern Festival : the Color of the South

2008-10-21T07:52:00.001+07:00

Lantern Festival : the Color of the South
..............................................................Lantern Festival : the Color of the South
Dates: 1 November, 2008 – 28 February, 2009
(Paricitpate 12 November, 2008)
Venue: Hat Yai Municipality Park, Hat Yai District, Songkhla

Highlights :
Features the creative wonderful lanterns in the theme of the 7 wonders i.e. Fabulous International Lantern, Amazing Fowl and Animal, World of Kids as well as contemporary style.
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Tourism Thailand

Phuket Thailand Open 2008

2008-10-17T08:10:00.001+07:00

SWATCH FIVB Beach Volley World Tour 08
Date : 4 – 9 November 2008
Venue : Karon Beach, Phuket

One of the World Tour of SWATCH FIVB Beach Volley World Tour and the current biggest match of Asia. Meet the world top 20 in the excited game on the white sandy beach of Phuket.

Thailand Yoga Conference 2008

2008-10-17T08:07:00.000+07:00

November 1 – 2, 2008
The Army Club, Vibhavadee-Rangsit Road, Bangkok

Once in a lifetime at Thailand’s largest annual yoga conference.
• 2-day yoga workshops and wellbeing lectures
• 16 various classes with 14 international teachers
• Enjoy yoga, health and beauty products at yoga bazaar

Study with Ken Harakuma (Top Asian Ashtanga teacher): Mathew Sweeney (International Vinyasa Teacher): Justine Herold (Certificated Iyengar teacher): Master Kamal (Original Kryoga) and many more!

One-day ticket 2,000 baht (Saturday or Sunday)
Two-day ticket 3,800 baht

**Fee includes lunch buffet and tea break.

International Mountain Bike Touring: Tour of Mekong 2008

2008-10-17T07:40:00.001+07:00

Itinerary
International Mountain Bike Touring: Tour of Mekong 2008
(For the Opening Season of the Chiang Rai Tourism)
Chiang Saen - Chiang Khong - Huai Sai - Wiang Phuka - Luang Namtha - Muang La - Chiang Roong - Chiang Saen
26 October - 2 November, 2008
Thailand - Loas PDR - The People’s Republic of China
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Date: Saturday 25 October, 2008
Location: Thailand : Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai
Visit Chiang Saen : where the glorious of the Lanna civilization shined itself among the wonderful scenery of the Golden Triangle (Thailand – Loas – Myanmar)
07.00 – 15.00 hrs. - Registration, at leisure
18.00 hrs. - Indulge your evening with the “Kan Tok”: the Northern Style of dinner in the opening ceremony of Chulakathin making merit at Wat Phra That Pha - ngao
- At leisure

Date: Sunday 26 October, 2008
Location / Route : Thailand : Chiang Saen – Chiang Khong
Distance: 67 Km./Along the River Bank
08.30 hrs. - The Opening Ceremony of the International Mountain Bike Touring: Tour of Mekong 2008 at Wat Phra That Pha-ngao and proceed to Amphoe Chiang Khong
12.00 hrs. - Lunch
14.00 hrs. - Take a deep breath while cycling along the Mekong River, head to Amphoe Chiang Khong. Enjoy the beautiful scenery that is filled with the numbers of orange as well as the tranquility of the Mekong River. Visit the Preservation and Breeding Pla Buek (The giant Catfish of the Mekong River) the only one office where take responsibility in breeding Pla Buek and experience the well-known hand woven, the masterpiece of “Tai Lue” Tribe at Ban hat Bai, Amphoe Chiang Khong
15.00 hrs. - Arrive Chiang Khong, spend your leisure among the embrace of nature.

Date: Monday 27 October, 2008
Location / Route: Start from Chiang Khong, Thailand to Loas PDR, visit Muang Huai Sai (Bo Kaeo Province), Muang Wiang Phuka (Luang Namtha Province)
Distance: 120 km. /Hills
06.00 hrs. - Time to say “Good Morning” and stop your fasting!
Recharge your energy and be ready to warm up!
(Dress Code: the fabulous project’s uniform)
08.00 hrs. - Immigration Procedure, cross the Mekong: the International River to the gateway to Laos PDR that is on the Northern Region of Thailand: Muang Huai Sai, where its city is located on the bank of the Mekong River.
08.30 hrs. - Riding on the Route No. R3 to Muang Wiang Phuka, that its age is around the corner of Chiang Saen, Thailand where the Lignite’s mine is located.
12.00 hrs. - Enjoy lunch along the way and among the natural touch.
18.00 hrs. - Arrive to Muang Wiang Phuka (stay overnight at Ruan Phak Thong Me Xai) and enjoy your first dinner in Laos.

Date: Tuesday 28 October 2008
Location / Route: Laos PDR, Wiang Phuka – Luang Namtha
Distance: 60 km. /Hills
07.00 hrs. - Good Morning Laos! Enjoy your breakfast and warm up!
08.00 hrs. - On your bike and Get set? Let’s go to Muang Luang Namtha, the northern most of Laos and the gateway to China and experience the various tribes that live together!
13.00 hrs. - Arrive to Luang Namtha and stay overnight at Chok Chai Thon Resort.
18.00 hrs. - Dinner and participate in the welcome ceremony of the Luang Namtha Province. The Troupe delivers some cloth, useful stuff to the Governor to provide to its people.

Date: Wednesday 29 October, 2008
Location / Route: Luang Namtha - Ban Nateoi – Bo Ten Border, China – Muang La
Distance: 115 Km. / Flat road and hills
06.00 hrs. - Breakfast and warm up
07.00 hrs. - Leaving Luang Namtha to Ban Nateoi, Bo Ten Border and proceed to Immigration procedure. (54 km.)
13.00 hrs. - Lunch at Bo Ten
17.00 hrs. - Riding together as the caravan, enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way.
(Muang La is the special administrative region of the People’s Republic of China, located on the migration path of the Thai Lue tribe to Thailand), Stay overnight at Jin Xiu Hotel

Date: Thursday 30 October, 2008
Route / Location: Muang La – Chiang Klang Village, The People’s Republic of China
Distance: 77 km. /Hills
06.00 hrs. - Enjoy the Tai Lue style breakfast and warm up
07.00 hrs. - Ahead to the Forest Preservation Area, experience the wonderful scenery of the town on the hill top as well as challenge yourself with the riding up and free wheeling down hill 77 km., 1,200 meters above sea level.
12.00 hrs. - Rest and lunch along the way (at the top of the second hill.
16.00 hrs. - Arrive to Chiang Klang Village, experience the way of life of the Tai Lue tribe, stay overnight in the wooden house, antique style in the ancient village of the Tai Lue among the Rubber and Banana field.
18.00 hrs. - Spend your wonderful moment of dinner with the Tai Lue’s style as well as feast your eyes on the cultural performances. (The troupe will donate some money for public use of the village.)

Date: Friday 31 October, 2008
Route / Location : Chiang Klang Village – Chiang Roong (Jinghong), The People’s Republic of China
Distance: 90 km. /Hills
07.00 hrs. - Breakfast and warm up! (Dress Code: the fabulous uniform!)
08.00 hrs. - Riding to Chiang Roong (Jing hong): the city of peacock, located in Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous prefecture province and has the long term and closely relationship with Thailand.
12.00 hrs. - Enjoy lunch.
17.00 hrs. - Arrive to Chiang Roong (Jing hong), cross the bridge over the Mekong River and relax / at leisure.

Date: Saturday 1 November 2008
08.00 – 11.00 hrs. - Participate in the 1st Mountain Bike Competition at Jing hong
Remarks: - The tour optional program is available for the riders if you don’t join the competition.
- Visit the Tai Lue Temple as well as enjoy the Tai Lue Cultural Performances

Date: Sunday 2 November 2008
Route: Chiang Roong (Jinghong) Pier to Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai, Thailand (by boat)
(10 hrs aprroximately)
07.00 hrs. - Breakfast and be ready to cruise from Chiang Roong Pier.
12.00 hrs. - Lunch on the boat
18.00 hrs. - Arrive Chiang Saen Pier, Chiang Rai safely

Bathing Buddha Ceremony

2008-09-29T06:55:00.002+07:00

Bathing Buddha Ceremony
Date : 27 September - 1 October 2008
Venue : Phetchabun City Hall, in front of Traipoom Temple and Botchanamarn Temple

The procession of Phetchabun’s Buddha image called Praputtamahathammaracha heads to be bathed in the Pasak River.

Tak Bat Devo Festival

2008-09-29T06:53:00.000+07:00

Tak Bat Devo Festival
Date : 15 October 2008
Venue : Wat Sangkat Rattana Khiri, Uthai Thani Province

The traditional of "Tak Bat Devo" was derived from the word "Devorohana" which means the return of Lord Buddha from Heaven to Earth. According to a Buddhist myth, after Lord Buddha had proclaimed his doctrines and sermoned his father and relatives, he recollected his mother who died after giving birth to him and was born again in Heaven.

In hie 7th lent’ he went up to heaven to deliver a sermon to his mother the entire period of the Rains Retreat (3 months). At the end of the Rains Retreat (Ok Phansa Day) which falls on the first day of the wanning moon of the eleventh lunar month, Lord Buddha then returned to earth and was greeted by a crawd of hid disciples and Buddhist believers who were waiting to offer him food.

To commemorate this event at the end of the annual Buddhist Rains Retreat, Uthai Thani Buddhist believers proudly organize the "Tak Bat Devo" Festival as ana annual tradition at Wat Sangkat Rattana Khiri at the top of Sakaekrang mountain. Almost being the only festival in Thailand with the same atmosphere as in the Buddhist myth. It attracts the large inf;ux of believers from all over the country to participate.

In addition, there are still more local art, culture and tradition, and various tourist attractions in Uthai Thani waiting for visitors to experience.

Sakon Nakhon Wax Castle Festival

2008-09-29T06:51:00.001+07:00

Date : 8 - 14 October 2008
Venue : Sanam Ming Mueang, Suan Somdej Phra Srinagarindra, Sakon Nakhon

One of the biggest events in the Ok Phansa Day (The end of Buddhist Lent), the assemble of the wonderful wax castles which are created from the talent artists in the province. Experience the magnificent Wax Castle Procession and feast your eyes on the wonderful tradition of Sakon Nakhon people.

The Illuminated Boat Procession

2008-09-29T06:48:00.002+07:00

Date : 9 – 15 Octorber 2008
Venue : Mekong River, Mueang District, Nakhon Phanom
This festival was originally aimed at payings respect to the Lord Buddha. Then the competition of the illuminated boat processions was organised to add colour to the event. An invitation is delivered to the public and private sectors, including temples,to participate in the competition. The illuminated boats lined up in the middle of the Mekong River create an impressive scene for viewers.

Bang Fai Phaya Nak (Naga Fireball)

2008-09-29T06:34:00.002+07:00

Bang Fai Phaya Nak (Naga Fireball)

This extraordinary miracle always occurs at the beginning of the full moon night in the eleventh lunar month (End of Buddhist Lent). It can be seen along the Mekong River in the districts of Mueang, Phon Phisai, Pak Khat, Bung Kan, Tha Bo, Si Chiang Mai and Sangkhom. Bang Fai Phaya Nak is a term used for red and pinkish fire balls, which according to belief, belong to Phaya Nak or the great serpent of the underwater world. On the day marking the End of Buddhist Lent, a great number of people come to witness this phenomenon.

Festival & Event

2008-08-20T09:24:00.003+07:00

Thailand International Swan Boat Races
Date : 13 - 14 September 2008
Venue : On the Chao Phraya River, in front of the Bang Sai Royal Folk Arts and Crafts Centre,
Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya

The international Swan Boat Race 22 paddlers and the Thai Traditional Long Boat Races 30 and 55 paddlers, make a big splash with tourists and visitors alike.

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Food and Hotel Thailand 2008

Date : 17 - 20 September 2008
Venue : The Royal Paragon Halls, Exhibition & Convention Center
5 ^th Floor Siam Paragon, Bangkok, Thailand

Food & Hotel Thailand 2008, incorporation IFHS and Retail Thailand 2008, will once again be held at the Royal Paragon Halls in the heart of Bangkok to follow on from its record breaking success in 2007 when it attracted a total of 19,369 trade visitors from 56 countries.

Food & Hotel Thailand remains the number one event in Asia for the hospitality industry’s premium market supply of international food, beverage, equipment and technology.

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World Gourment Festival IX

Date : 21 - 28 September 2008

Venue : Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok

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Central International Watch Fair 2008

Date : August – September 2008
Venue : The Event Hall, 3rd Fl., Central Chidlom Bangkok

The International Watch Fair where brands and many exclusive collections from over 170 World-Class watchmakers presented.

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2008 Bangkok International Film Festival

Date : September 23^rd to 30^th 2008
Venue : SF World Cinema, CentralWorld and Pullman Hotel

September 23^rd Opening Reception at SF World Cinema and CentralWorld
September 26^th Red Carpet and Gala Screening at SF World Cinema and CentralWorld
September 28^th Kinnaree Award Ceremony at Pullman Hotel
September 30^th Closing Ceremony at SF World Cinema and CentralWorld
September 27^th to 29^th Seminars at Pullman Hotel
September 23^rd to 30^th Screening at SF World Cinema and CentralWorld

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Tennis ATP Thailand Open 2008

Date : 21 - 28 September 2008
Venue : Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani

The world’s most exciting player, world #3 Novak Djokovic will lead the field at the Thailand Open 2008 which will be held at Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani from September 21 to 28.

Australian Open champion Djokovic will be joined by two-time Grand Slam champion Marat Safin and Australian Open runner up Jo-Wilfried Tsonga as well as the return of Thailand’s Paradorn Srichaphan to top tennis in the singles draw. In the doubles, local heroes and defending champions Sonchat and Sanchai Ratiwatana will be back to defend their first ATP Tour title.

Djokovic is looking forward to a good showing at the tournament. “I remember my last trip to Bangkok to play in the Thailand Open. I was only 17 and ranked #248 in the world. It was only my third ATP Tour event. I’m really looking forward to playing the Thailand Open again this year,” added Djokovic.

Crowd favorite Safin has enjoyed a resurgent 2008 and will be making his third appearance at the Thailand Open. He made the semi-finals in 2004 and 2006 and has proved a big hit with Thai fans on both occasions. “I always like playing the Thailand Open and I’m looking forward to another good tournament this year,” Safin said.

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga has been the breakout star of 2008 reaching the final of the Australian Open – beating Gasquet, Murray and Nadal along the way – and seeing his ranking jump from #212 at the beginning of 2007 to #13. The irrepressible Frenchman will be making his first appearance at the Thailand Open.

Paradorn is aiming to put 18 months out with injury behind him with a return to top tennis in his home tournament. "My entire attention now focuses on the fitness, preparation and performing well for the tournament this year," Paradorn said. “I long for that feeling where I walk down the stairs and onto the tennis court surrounded by Thais,” he added.

Last year’s surprise doubles winners, Sonchat and Sanchai Ratiwatana have gone on to further success in 2008 winning their second ATP Tour title in Chennai and reaching the finals in Memphis. They are keen to defend their title this year and hope for the same support they enjoyed last year. “We would like fans to come join and support us at this year’s Thailand Open,” Sonchat said.

BEC Tero Entertainment Public Co. Ltd. is once again proud to stage the only ATP Tour event in Southeast Asia and is offering last year’s ticket holders special discounts in 2008. Ticket holders from the Thailand Open 2007 will enjoy a 25% discount on tickets purchased for this year’s event. To receive the discount, just bring your purchased tickets from last year to any branch of Thaiticketmajor.

This year tennis fans will also be able to purchase a new category of premium seats that will enable them to get closer to all the great tennis action.

Tickets for the Thailand Open start at just Bt300 and are available at all Thaiticketmajor outlets from Saturday July 19. VIP Box seats are already on sale. Call 02 262 3456 or log on to www.thailandopen.org or www.thaiticketmajor.com for more details.

ATP Thailand Open Details

Format	:	Best of 3 tie-break sets
Venue	:	Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani
Date	:	September 21 - 28
Qualifying rounds	:	September 21 - 22
Main draw	:	September 23 - 28
Prize money	:	US$576,000

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Phuket Vegetarian Festival

Date : 29 September – 7 October 2008
Venue : Various Chinese shrines, Mueang District, Phuket

The Thai-Chinese in Phuket have long passed on the vegetarian festival to purify mind and soul by refraining from meat consumption and meditating. Symbolising the presence of the deities throughout the festival are 9 lanterns lit up and placed aloft on Ko Teng poles. On the 6th day of the festival, there will be religious processions and incredible displays of face-and-body piercing. On the last day, there will be a “Koi Han” ceremony to exorcize ill fortune and a farewell ceremony for the deities at night.

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The 10th Lunar Month Making Merit 2008

The 10th Lunar Month Making Merit 2008
Date : 23 September – 2 October, 2008
Venue : Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahawihan and Suan Somdej Phra Sinagarindra 84
(Thung Tha Lat Park), Amphoe Mueang, Nakhon Si Thammarat

Features a large and splendorous event of Nakhon Si Thammarat,
experience the spectacular procession on 28 September, 2008,
from Sanam Na Mueang to Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahawihan.
Purchase various local products on sale and enjoy various forms of entertainment.

[Tourism Thailand]

Fastival & Events in August

2008-07-28T12:06:00.002+07:00

BLOOMING KRACHIAO FLOWER FESTIVAL/The Siam Tulip Festival of Chaiyaphum
Date : JUNE 1 - AUGUST 31, 2008
Venue : Pa Hin Ngam National Park, Ban Rai district Thep Sathit district and
Sai Thong National Park, Nong Bua Rawa district, Chaiyaphum Province.

The unique geographical landscape of Chaiyaphum Province in the northeast of Thailand gives rise to a range of natural attractions of exceptional beauty. Of these, the fields of pinkish-purple Siam Tulip, or "Dok Krachiao", come in to full bloom in the early part of the rainy season from June to August.

Also commonly called ’patumma’, ’bua sawan’ (heaven lotus), or ’bua bok’ (the land lotus), the Siam Tulip is a member of the ginger genera — Curcuma or Zingiberaceae.

For any futher information

Pa Hin Ngam National Park : Tel. 0-4489-0105
Sai Thong National Park : Tel. 08-282-3437, 08-1877-8485, Mon.-Fri. 09.00 - 16.00 hr.
TAT Northeastern Office : Region 1 : Tel.0-4421-3030, 0-4421-3666
Fax. 0-4421-3667 or call center 1672

Amazing Thailand Grand Sale 2008

If your hobby is shopping, you have to visit the country from 1 June to 31 August. During the sale, we have goods from all over the world from renowned brand names of clothing and accessories to new collections of Thai handicrafts for home decorations. Products made of Thai silk will also be on sale. Moreover, the beautiful folk-designed and hand-woven fabrics can fill your heart with joy. Sports equipment, sportswear and electrical appliances are reasonably priced, too.
To make your stay more convenient, different services are meticulously arranged to ensure luxurious convenience while you do your shopping here. We have a wide selection of hotels, serviced apartments, restaurants of various cuisine, theme parks, and travel agencies, to name just a few.

Bhumibol International Mountain Bike Championships 2008

BHUMIBOL DAM INVITATION INTERNATIONAL MOUNTAIN BIKE CHAMPIONSHIP 2008
At Bhumibol Dam, Tak Province
23 - 24 AUGUST 2008

Bhumibol Dam in Tak province will be hosting the Bhumibol Dam Invitation International Mountain Bike Championships for the fourth consecutive year on August 23 – 24, 2008. Noted for its scenic landscape, Bhumibol Dam provides an ideal setting for the mountain bike races.

The event is being jointly organized by the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (Egat) and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in cooperation with the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) and Bhumibol Dam to promote ecotourism in tandem with outdoor sports at both a national and international level.

ACTIVITIES :
1. Sweat Mountain Bike (60 km.) on 23 Aug.
start 08.00 hr. Tak Province - Bhumibol Dam
2. Family Bike (16 km.) on 23 Aug.
start 13.00 hr. Bhumibol Dam
3. Funny Bike (10 Km.) on 23 Aug.
start 14.00 hr. Bhumibol Dam
4. Conqueror Bike (5 km.) 0o 23 Aug.
5. International Mountain Bike (39 km.) on 24 Aug.
start 09.00 hr. Bhumibol Dam
6. Amateur Bike (24 km.) on 24 Aug.
start 09.30 hr Bhumibol Dam

Other activities :
- Funny bike (sightseeing around Bhumibol Dam)
- Bike equipment shops (special price)
- OTOP products of Tak Province
- Flok music by Bhumibol Dam youth club. (evening)
- Youth activities for environ mental prootection and global warming concerns.

Contact information :
- TAT Call Center: 1672
- Events Promotion Division, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)
Tel. 66-2250-5500 ext. 3495-8
- TAT Tak, Tel. 66-5551-4341-3 E-mail: tattak@tat.or.th
- Public Relations Department, The Electricity Generation Authority of Thailand
Tel. 66-2436-4822, 66-2436-7864
- Reservation Department, Bhimibol Dam
Tel. 66-5554-9509, 66-5559-9093-7 ext. 4001, 4002
- www.bhumiboldam.egat.com, www.tourismthailand.org

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