October  2005

Oct.  02-11

Phuket Vegetarian Festival
The Phuket Vegetarian Festival is an annual event held during the ninth lunar month of the Chinese calendar. It is believed that the vegetarian festival and its accompanying sacred rituals bestow good fortune upon those who religiously observe this rite. During this time, local residents of Chinese ancestry strictly observe a 10-day vegetarian or vegan diet for the purposes of spiritual cleansing and merit-making. Sacred rituals are performed at various Chinese shrines and temples and aesthetic displays such as walking barefooted over hot coals and ascending ladders with bladed rungs are performed by entranced devotees known as "Ma Song"......

Phuket    
Province.

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Oct. 12-18
 

Illuminated Boat Procession     
As night falls, majestic ‘fire boats’, elaborately-adorned with flowers, incense sticks, candles and lanterns and each bearing an assortment of ritual offerings, are set alight and floated down the Mekong River.
Against the darkness of the moonlit night, the sight of flickering light from candles and lanterns on magnificent ‘fire boats’ drifting downstream on the Mekong River, is both mes-merising and awe-inspiring. ......

The Mekong River,
Nakon Phanom

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Oct  17-19

Phon Lak Phra Festival
Phon drum-beating contest & Chak Phra Buddhe Image Procession..
Each year, celebrations are held in this southern city and its environs. These include exhilarating drum beating and elaborately decorative boat competitions, as well as a meritorious ritual known as "Tak Bat Devo". ......

Phatthalung
 

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Oct  16,
 

Chon Buri Buffalo Races
The water buffalo has always played a significant role in agriculture in Thailand,
In this yearly event, the creatures are seen in more unusual and entertaining ways than ploughing fields. They take part in buffalo races and contests pitting buffalo against man. .....                 

Chon Buri
City Hall

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Oct  17

Naga Fireballs of Nong Khai "Bung Fai Phaya Naga"
As the full moon crests the horizon, ruby orbs of light begin to rise out of the Mekong River. As if by magic, they float silently into the air and then evaporate in the inky blackness, a phenomenon that awes and delights observers privileged to have seen them.
For centuries, their existence was a closely-held secret among villagers living near the northeastern town of Nong Khai. .. .....
 

Nong Khai  
Province.

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Oct 24

Substitute day for Rama V Memorial Day (Chulalongkorn Memorial Day)
 Sunday October 23.

 Business &
Public Holiday

November   2005

Nov. 1 -
Dec. 15, 05

DOK BUA TONG WILD SUN FLOWER BLOOMING SEASON
The hills and valleys of Mae Hong Son, one of Thailand's most naturally scenic areas, turn to gold when the Dok Bua Tong wild sunflower (Tithonia Diversifolia) comes into full bloom during this period
Doi Mae U-kor mountain peak in Khun Yuam district of Mae Hong Son is considered to be the an excellent location to enjoy the splendour of the sunflowers in full bloom

Doi Mae U-kor,
Mae Hong Son

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Nov. 09-13

Phimai Festival
An annual festival held for more than a century, the traditional long-boat races draws thousands of visitors from all over.
This event is further enhanced by a light and sound presentation at Prasat Hin Phimai, local art and cultural performances, various fun-filled competitions, and sales of local products and exhibitions

Phimai Historical Park,
Nakhon  Ratchasuna Province.
 

Nov 15

 Loi Krathong Festival
In a night of winter, walk along the river, flow"krathong" and wish for the best things . Dscovering the beauty of the full moon in November. Only this night that you will know, the reflection of the full moon is not only one you will see. Let's light the candle and enjoy the wonderful moment, you will know  heaven is here on the earth. .
Venue:
  Ayutthaya Province: Nov.14-16
  "Loi Krathong Theme Night"
  Tak Province: Nov.14-18
  "The Royal Trophy Loi Krathong
     Sai"
  Sukhothai Province: Nov.11-15
    "Loi Krathong and Candle 
     Festival"

Nationwide
and
Bangkok

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Nov. 26-
Dec. 05

River Kwai Bridge Week
Each year in late November to early December, the world famous River Kwae Bridge built by Allied prisoners-of-war during World War II , becomes the focal point of celebrations
Event highlights include historical and archaeological exhibits, a carnival, folk and cultural performances, rides on World War II vintage trains, and a spectacular light and sound presentation re-enacting the bridge's World War II legacy.

 Kanchanaburi     Province.
 

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Nov. 19 - 20

Surin Elephant Round Up
The majestic Thai elephant has long been a central element in Thai culture and has held a respected place in Thai history. A symbol of power and grace, the elephant was revered by the ancient kings.
Elephants have been prominently featured in Thai legend, literature, art and architecture, and during the reign of King Rama II, an image of the auspicious elephant, symbolic of the King, was featured on the flag......

 Surin     Province.
 

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Nov. 27

Bangkok Marathon
Come to Bangkok and take part in Bangkok Marathon, comprising one of the three types of marathon at your Marathon, Half Marathon, and Quarter Marathon. Take your favorite running shoes and join our world's most seasoned athletes in the ultimate test of fitness and endurance....

 Bangkok
 

November 2005

Phuket Laguna Triathlon
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is sponsoring the 12^th annual international Laguna Phuket Triathlon in 2005 making it the tenth consecutive year in which TAT has extended support to the event which has consistently drawn over 450 competitors from over 30 countries. This year, a total of 450 participants and 45 team relay members from more than 32 countries are expected.

  Phuket


 

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December    2005

Dec  01

Um-Phang Eco-Tourism Festival
Um Phang is a district in Tak Province, Every part of it is a centre of ecotourism, for example, major water sources can be found here.
 

Um-Phang
District,
Tak
Province.

Dec  01, 2005 -
Jan 31, 2006

MEKONG SUNRISE 
Adventure Travel
The First Sunrise of the Land .
 Ubon Ratchathani, furthest east of the country, is the first province in the kingdom to greet the sunrise. This third largest province in Thailand, 620 kms from Bangkok, is part of the Korat Basin situated in the southern-half of northeastern Thailand,,,,
Fields of colourful wild flowers add a curious contrast to the province's awe-inspiring geographical landscape and diversity. A true miracle of nature.
                                    

Ubon Rachathani

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Dec  02

King's  Guardial Military Troops Parade.
Their Majesties the King and Queen preside over this impressive annual event, held in the Royal Plaza near the Equestrian Statue of King Chulalongkorn. Dressed in colourful uniforms amid much pomp and ceremony, members of the elite Royal Guards swear allegiance to the King and march past members of the Royal Family.
On December 2, the elite Royal Guards swear anew their allegiance to His Majesty King Bhumibol in a colorful and stirring ceremony in Bangkok's Royal Plaza.
 

Dusit,
Bangkok

Dec  05

 H.M.the King's Birthday and
 Father's Day.
The deep reverence felt by all Thais for their King is perhaps unique in the modern world, and his birthday provides an annual occasion for public expression. Government buildings, businesses, and homes all over the country are elaborately decorated and the area around the Grand Palace and Ratchadamnoen Avenue are spectacularly illuminated.  On December the 5th a big celebration can be seen at Sanam Luang at night when thousands of people gather to lit their candles and sing a song to honour H.M.  the King .A long and impressive set of firework is displayed for their special occasion.  His birthday is also celebrated as "Fathers'Day" in Thailand
.

Nationwide
Business &
Public Holiday

Dec  04-11

19th Phuket King's Cup Regatta
After first launched in 1987 to celebrate his Majesty the King's 5th Cycle, the King's Cup
Regatta has ever since been held annually and taken part by international participant. The regatta attracts yachts from all over the World to enter the races from Phuket to the neighbouring Islands.

Phi Phi Island
Krabi-Kata
Beach, Phuket

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Dec.12 

 

Substitute day for Constitution Day Saturday
December 10

Official Holiday

Dec 10-12

Fishing Day at Trat

 Trat

Dec 13-19

Ayutthaya World Heritage Site
Celebration
Formally known as Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, the ancient city of Ayutthaya, was founded in 1350 by King U-Thong and remained the capital city of the Kingdom of Siam for 417 years, (from 1350 to 1767.)
Each year, Ayutthaya celebrates its
glorious past with displays of tradi-tional culture and lifestyle, numerous forms of entertainment amide the ruins of this ancient city.

The Ayutthaya, Historical Park, Ayutthaya

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December

Thai Food Festival

 Bangkok
 

Dec 18-26

OTOP City Fair
A total of over 13,000 thai village
products have been selected to contest in this year's One Tambon, One Product (OTOP) championship
Selected and approved products of high quality are granted the priviledge of utilising the specially designed "OTOP" label.  ....
                        

 Bangkok
IMPACT

Dec. 31, 2005 -
Jan. 01, 2006

NEW YEAR COUNTDOWN 
Bangkok Countdown 2006
Let's countdown to the new year in the city of Angels, cerebrate this moment in the unique style for the night time, begin a new day with the auspicious moment in the city that the temple is located.   
Welcome you first day in the New Year in the land of smile, let the smile be with you through the year
Venue; Chiang Mai, Chon Buri, Songkhla, Phuket, Ubon Ratcha-
tani.

Bangkok
and
Nationwide

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