Bangkok--23 Mar--Arthur Communication
International Songkran Festival 2007 marks Thailand’s cultural extravaganza, highlighting 4 distinguished regional heritage during April 12-16, from noon until midnight
X-Zone Entertainment in conjunction with Suan-Lum Night Bazaar will turn the vast parking area of the famous downtown market attraction into the fairground of International Songkran Festival 2007, an event aimed at boosting the country’s tourism during the upcoming Songkran holidays from April 12 to 16 this year. The event highlights the country’s unique cultural heritage of the 4 different regions through a spectacular multilingual celebration for the tourists to appreciate and enjoy, from noon until midnight for 5 consecutive days.
X-Zone Entertainment and Suan Lum Night Bazaar will convert the 10,000 square meter parking lot into the grand stand of this year’s biggest Songkran festivity entitled International Songkran Festival 2007 for both local and international tourists to participate and appreciate the beautiful cultural heritage of Thailand’s 4 regions on the famous Songkran celebration, in multilingual environment — Thai, English, Japanese and Chinese. The event is also part of the scheme to help stimulate the country’s tourism industry further during the peak season.
The highlights of the International Songkran Festival 2007 include the authentic Thai cultural and musical performances in a typically friendly and joyful Thai temple ground festival, packed with songs and dances, fun and games for 5 consecutive days. Both Thai and international tourists will be fascinated with some of the most charming traditions of the Songkran celebration, from regular fanfare to traditionally preserved essence such as the water pouring session at the Lord Buddha’s image for good blessing, building of sand pagodas, Khone performance retelling the famous ancient tale of Ramayana, demonstration of Thai cooking and handicrafts making, demonstration of local games; and musical and dance performances from the 4 distinguished regions of Thailand.
As for the musical and traditional dance numbers, fairgoers will be entertained with unique performances from the central region, northeastern region, northern region and southern region. Performance numbers from the central region include Lop Buri & Sukhotai dances; Songkran beauty dance; Banthoeng Bheri dance and Klong Yao classical folk dance.
Northeastern region performances start off with duel of northeastern twin drum ‘Kong Seng’; followed by classical dance in honor of His Majesty the King — Vandani Bhumibol; Ae Dok Khoon dance; tai Phuan dance; Mak Kob Khaeb northeastern castanet dance; mask dance Phi Ta Khone; Khaen Daen Lao dance and contemporary northeastern musical performance. Performances from the northern region include the silk work dance; nail dance; parasol dance; duel of northern timpani ‘The Victory Drum’; Salor Sor Seung musical performance; candle dance; fan dance and bird of paradise dance. Performances from the southern region include flexible Nora dance; Tari Kipas dance; cockfighting dance etc.
Apart from the performances from the 4 ethnic regions of Thailand, there will also be unique performances of Thai classical music — Thai alto xylophone by Khun In, along with other attractions including Miss International Songkran Beauty Pageants, dance sessions with beautiful partners, shopping spree of Thailand’s famous OTOP goods, variety of delicious Thai food and sweets by as many as 30 vendors and exciting games at various game booths such as the golden moment game, egg-carrying game, falling beauty game, snatching the star game, target shooting game and dart game.
Other musical numbers from Siam Beat & Khun In, Todd Tongdee (Thai-hearted farang), Boy Thai Generation 2 band and famous southern artist Luang Kai are also in store to help make the 5-day Songkran celebration at International Songkran Festival 2007 truly an entertaining venue for the festive season right at the heart of Bangkok.
Come and experience the fascinating touch of the Thai tradition from noon until midnight in multilingual environment — Thai, English, Japanese and Chinese for your utmost enjoyment and appreciation.
International Songkran Festival 2007 will be held during April 12-16 this year from noon until midnight at the parking ground of Suan-Lum Night Bazaar. Tickets are 250 baht per person per day. Ticket stub is also entitled to a chance to win a special 3-day and 2-night package tour Bangkok — Chiang Mai and first-class accommodation at 5-star hotels around the country worth over 1 million baht.
Tickets are available at
All Thai Ticket Master booths tel. 02-262-3546 or www.thaiticketmaster.com
Ticket booths at BTS stations: Chidlom (E1), Nana (E3), Asoke (E4) and Phrompong (E5)
Tourist Center next to Suan-Lum Night Bazaar office
For more information please call 02-305-6000 or visit www.intersongkran.com
For more information please contact:
Benjamaporn Bumraprak
Arthur Communication Co., Ltd.
Mobil : 084-681-3134
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