"Loi Krathong Festival: The Delightful Color of Streams"
Water Tour Festival throughout November (1 – 30 November 2007) alongside Chaophraya River with many wonderful activities, namely :
- Date: 21-24 November 2007 - Venue: Banks of the Chao Phraya River (KrungThep Bridge – Krung Thon Bridge), Bangkok - Activities:
Enjoy viewing the illuminated float procession to commemorate the celebrations on the auspicious occasion of His Majesty the King’s 80th Birthday Anniversary and the contest of Loi Krathong traditional boats, with more than 1,500,000 Baht prize money. Admission free!
Experience an amazing atmosphere of the Loi Krathong Festival of the Rattanakosin style during 18:30 – 21:30 hrs. at Thassana Phirom Lawn, in front of the Royal Navy Convention Center, Bangkok. The illuminated float procession will be best viewed from this area. Also, you will be entertained by the country’s most unique cultural performances apart from experiencing the old market atmosphere and mouth watering array of international food. Souvenirs will also be offered to the limited guests of 999 per day. Admission ticket is Baht 1,200 per person. (For further details and reservation, please contact Tel: 0 2250-5500 ext. 2115 – 7).
Boat Tour with “Bright Chao Phraya to Celebrate HM the King” Program: every Saturday and Sunday through the whole month of November 2007. The program will also offer opportunities for you to pay homage to various Buddha images, under the project “ 80 days of making merits ”. Admission fee is Baht 480 per person. (For further details and reservation, please contact Tel: 0 2225-6179, 0 2221-2297)