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HM The Queen’s Birthday Celebrations @ Bangkok 12 Aug 09
In honour of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit’s birthday, coloured lights and decorations adorn Bangkok’s Ratchadamnoen Avenue and the streets around the Grand Palace. The best place to enjoy the celebrations is at the Sanam Luang field, where you will be treated to a fun festival of music and Thai culture. Date: 12 Aug 09 Venue: Ratchadamnoen... »
Royal Ploughing Ceremony @ Bangkok 11 May 09
This annual royal event aims to give an auspicious beginning to the new rice-growing season to ensure a good harvest. The King of Thailand presides over this event; officials lead oxen and the Royal Plough around Sanam Luang. This event is specially featured for visitors to Bangkok, who may find this ceremony an eye-opener. Date: 11 May... »
Songkran Festival @ Bangkok 13-15 Apr 09
The annual Songkran festival (Thai New Year) is around the corner, from 13 April to 15 April. One of the ways to celebrate this festival is by “throwing water”. Visitors and residents of Bangkok get soaked in this festival by immersing in the festive mood. However, water splashing in the business district will be... »
