UBON RATCHATHANI CANDLE FESTIVAL

Ubon Ratchathani hosts the Candle Festival to mark the beginning of Buddhist Lent. This festival shows the people’s devotion to Buddhist tradition as well as their skills in carving magnificent candles. Buddhist Lent lasts 3 months and in this time the monks are confined to their temple grounds and dedicate their time to

study, meditation, and prayer. Originally, a bundle of small candles was presented to the monks along with other basic essentials to use during this period. Over time, people started to carve the candles into beautiful shapes and in the reign of King Rama V, the Candle Festival and competitions associated with it were established to find the most beautiful candle. The Candle Procession, which takes place on Khao Phansa Day, features the Royal Candle sent by H.M. the King, and the ornately carved beeswax candles made by the local people. These are paraded around the city streets on floats. There is also an International Wax Sculpture Competition in which artists from all over the world display their works. 

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Highlight: The candle competition features two categories of candles based on the method of decoration – beeswax candles carved on the surface, and candles with molded beeswax attached. The festival also includes a light and sound presentation, cultural shows, and displays of local artisans’ handcrafting and sculptures.

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SIAM TULIP FIELD FESTIVAL

arrived ! For many people waiting to admire the beauty of the Krachai flower with the "Festival of Krachai flower blooming year 2560" between June 1 to September 30, 2560 at Pa Hin Ngam National Park, Thephrodite National Park and Sai Thong National Park. Nong Bua Rawe District Chaiyaphum Province

For the interior, in addition to the sweet flower field flowers. There are also various exhibitions, OTOP products and views of the land. Watch Bua Sawan and Lan Hin Ngam.

For more information, please contact Thep Sathit Tel: 0 4485 7099, Chaiyaphum Provincial Administrative Organization Tel: 0 4481 1376, Sawai National Park Tel: 08 1877 8485 and Pa Hin Ngam National Park Tel: 0 4489 0105 or contact the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Nakhon Ratchasima Office Tel. 0 4421 3666, 0 4421 3030

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AMAZING THAI TASTE

AMAZING THAI TASTE : June 8 - June 11, 2017

Thai food and fruit At present, it is regarded as a product that expresses the identity of the Thai people have been recognized by people around the world. With outstanding taste. Combined with herbs from natural plants. It is the source of the miracle of Thai food and fruit, named Amazing Thai Taste.



Currently, the tourism sector. It is important to drive Thailand's economy dramatically. As seen in the year 2015, tourism revenue generated revenue of 2.2 trillion baht for the country, more than 1.46 trillion baht for foreign tourists.



The results of the survey in the past year. In the number of foreign tourists, 29.8 million people spend an average of 9.05 days traveling in Thailand. The most popular tourist activity is Thai food. Food expenses for foreign tourists are 3,762 baht / person / trip.


While Thai food It is outstanding and popular with tourists to come. Including Thai fruit, it has been talked about and accepted in terms of taste, such as durian, mangosteen, etc. To create value marketing. Make food and fruit thai It is a strong and sustainable product brand. Including stimulating the foundations of the food and fruit community at the same time, the collaboration of the partners in Amazing Thai Taste



The promotion of food and fruits to Amazing products is expected to increase the cost of meals per trip by about 10%. This increase will result in a revenue increase of about 12 billion. The baht and the increase in these incomes can strengthen the community. And the operator directly. As a manufacturer Amazing Thai Taste

With the mission of promoting the growth of the tourism market. Keep growing continuously Along with the creation of Thai food and Thai fruits are internationally recognized quality brands. This will directly affect the foundation economy. The Thai agricultural sector is strong. Therefore, in order for the mission to achieve its goal, it is imperative that every organization, all public and private organizations involved, be involved in the work. It is known that all the Touch Points in the Tourism Value Chain work in the form of the public in the same direction.



The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and more than 40 government and private organizations involved in crystal production are organizing Amazing Thai Taste Festival, which will take place June 8-11, 2016. Link Makkasan Bangkok There are many activities such as the famous Street Food to Royal Cuisine, the award-winning Local Food Restaurant, the chef's local food show, the concert of famous artists / singers. Cooking demonstrations from celebrity chefs and more will be held on June 1, 60 at Thaifex. .... do not miss it all!

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Phi Ta Khon Festival

Phi Ta Khon 

Phi Ta Khon is a festival held in Dan Sai district, Loei province, located in the northeast of Thailand, a festival that takes place in the month of July, which usually lasts more than three days, sometimes during March and July. Selected to be held each year by city residents. The merit of this folk tradition is called Boon Luang, divided into Phi Ta Khon festival, the tradition of fireballs. And merit

Phi Ta Khon was originally called a ghost by the people, a festival influenced by the Vesak. Allegory in Buddhism That the Vesak. And her mother. Will leave the forest back to the capital. Wild animals, including ghosts living in the forest. Has come out with a sigh.

The first day will be ghost festival Phi Ta Khon. This is called today's day (Home Day), with a pickup ceremony in the area between the river and the river. On the second day of the festival there will be ceremonial firecrackers. With a variety of costumes. Includes dance competitions as well as parades. On the third and final day, villagers will listen to the sermon. The Phi Ta Khon is also used as a symbol and  team Loei City FC as well.

And tradition is still believed. For people who play or are dressed as a ghost, Khon naked. The costume must be removed to remove all the costume of the ghost and leave the barren river. Do not bring home It leaves misery and bad things. And wait until next year to play again.

 There are many interesting activities, such as the parade of Phi Ta Khon procession, Khon Mask mask contest, Phi Ta Khon Noi contest, Listen to the sermon of 13 chaplains, public-private fairs, local trade shows, merchandising. OTOP, Fireball Tournament Watch the parade will be held on  24 - 26 June 2017

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