Thailand Festivals and Events 2010

Paknam Web: Thailand Festivals 2010

The colourful festivals of Songkran and Loy Krathong are well-known to tourists from all around the world. However, Thailand has many more unique festivals that are not always found in the guidebooks but can be just as good. Some of the Thai festivals on this website are not even well-known among Thai people. If you are planning a holiday in the Kingdom of Thailand, then make sure that you check out our Festival Diary Dates.

King Rama II Memorial Fair 2010

King Rama II, the second king of the Rattanakosin period, was known as "Ek Akkharakhattiyasinlapin," or the Great Artist. Hailed as a ruler who contributed much to his country through his outstanding work in culture, in 1968, King Rama II was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Person.
Organised by Samut Songkhram Province, the King Rama II Memorial Park Foundation and TAT every year, the King Rama II Memorial Fair is held in his honour.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

* Live Khon performance by artists and young artists from the Fine Arts Department.
* Puppet shadow play by local artists
* Cooking demonstration of main dishes and desserts from Thai literature
* Contests of Bon plants, color plants and agricultural produce
* Local products, souvenirs, and gifts for sale

The fair will be held around February every year.

More information about Samut Songkhram Province visit ThailandGuidebook.com

For more details, contact

KING RAMA II MEMORIAL PARK
Tel: +66 (0) 3475 1666, (0) 3475 1376

Last Updated on Tuesday, 26 January 2010 15:04