shakee Posted January 25, 2006 Report Share Posted January 25, 2006 This is my first time in Thailand that I will be celebrating the chinese new year. It is the year of the dog. More important I will be spending it in China town, Bangkok - the oldest, most largest Chinese community outside of China. Anyway here are the events that are happening during this period. FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS Opening Ceremony ? January 29, 2006 Royal Exhibition in Honour of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej Candle Lighting Ceremony in Honour of His Majesty the King ? January 30, 2006 Thai-Chinese Cultural Showcases Food Streets OPENING CEREMONY ? JANUARY 29, 2006 08.30 Bangkok China Town Festival Opening Ceremony 2006 At the 60th Anniversary (Chalerm Phrakiat) Stage (Main Stage) His Excellency the Minister of Tourism and Sports presides over the ceremony. 16.00 Chinese New Year Blessing Ceremony Thai-Chinese Relations Opening Ceremony At the 60th Anniversary (Chalerm Phrakiat) Stage (Main Stage) His Excellency Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra and official representatives of the Chinese government will preside at the blessing ceremony to extend wishes to all who observe the Chinese New Year tradition. ( I think I will miss this part) 17.00 ? 18.00 Bangkok China Town Chinese New Year Festival Opening Ceremony The King?s Birthday Celebration Arch and Odeon Circle Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn will graciously preside at the opening ceremony. ROYAL EXHIBITION In Honour of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej A tribute to His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the ninth ruler of the Royal House of Chakri, the longest-reigning monarch in Thai history and the world?s longest reigning, living monarch. The Royal Exhibition will showcase: The life, royal activities and outstanding lifetime achievements of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej His Majesty the King?s contribution to science and technology A photo exhibition on His Majesty?s remarkable artistic and literary talent and His Majesty?s avid interest in art and culture His Majesty?s favourite leisure activities His Majesty?s role in forging Thai-Chinese relations BEST WISHES TO HIS MAJESTY THE KING A Chinese New Year Greetings guest book will be placed at the Odeon Circle reception counter for visitors to convey their best wishes to His Majesty the King. Greetings cards will also be on sale. All proceeds from the sale of the cards will be presented to charitable causes supported by His Majesty the King. CANDLE-LIGHTING CEREMONY JANUARY 30, 2006 A candle lighting ceremony in honour of His Majesty the King will be held on at the 60th Anniversary (Chalerm Phrakiat) stage. All visitors are invited to join in the ceremony. ?YEAR OF THE DOG?The much loved royal pet dogs of His Majesty the King ? Khun Tongdaeng and family, and HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn?s four-legged ?companions? of Sapathum Palace (Wang Sapathum) will also be making a rare public appearance at the Odeon Circle. THROUGH THE THREADS OF TIME An exhibition that traces the history and rich heritage of Thai fabrics and textile-weaving THAI-CHINESE CULTURAL SHOWCASES A spectacular showcase of art and culture, tradition and way of life Activities will be held on two main stages: The 60th Anniversary (Chalerm Phrakiat) stage The Thai-Chinese cultural stage Spectacular cultural presentations and stage performances from provinces of the People?s Republic of China, such as Xian and Guang Zhou, will be matched by magnificent presentations of magnificent Thai cultural performances presented by the Department of Fine Arts. STAGE ACTIVITIES Live performances and demonstrations at the 60th Anniversary (Chalerm Phrakiat) Stage and Thai-Chinese cultural stage Kung Fu martial arts presented by Wang Hua Fei, the highly renowned Chinese Kung Fu school of martial arts from Faw Wan town in Guang Zhou province, China Thai martial arts show World Championship Lion Dance from Guang Zhou province in China Thai Dragon Procession and Lion Dance Dragon Dance from Guang Zhou, China Chinese Imperial Court Dress featuring Chin, Han and Tang dynasty period costumes and styles of dress from Chairman Mao?s (why?!)era to contemporary fashion in China Thai-style of dress through the ages, a cultural presentation and fashion show highlighting the evolution of styles of dress from the Sukhothai, Ayutthaya and Rattanakosin period to the present Ramakien (Ramayana) ? Khon masked dance and cultural presentations and the performing arts by the Department of Fine Arts The Lantern Dance and Dances of the Imperial Court? traditional performances presented by the cultural troupe from Xian province Chinese music and traditional musical instruments (ku choeng, pin or pi pa) Lanterns at The King?s Birthday Celebration Arch and Odeon Circle A colourful displays of a myriad lanterns from Thailand and China completes the festive ambience. Highlights include: A 30-metre long Dragon Lantern and five-metre high Thai and Chinese Royal Court Lanterns at the King?s Birthday Celebration Arch Five-metre tall Chinese Lion Lanterns at the entrance of Trimitr Road and Ratchawong Intersection Thai and Chinese-style lanterns in 150 locations from Trimitr Road to Odeon Circle and Ratchawong Intersection Demonstrations of Lanna-style lantern-making Demonstrations of Chinese lantern-making from Guong Zhou province in China Origami and Paper Crafts from Guong Zhou province in China FOOD STREETS ALONG YAWARAT?S ?STREETS OF GOLD? Enjoy the tremendous diversity of Chinese fine cuisine featuring an extensive menu of 60 gourmet creations from the imperial courts of China. These superb dishes will be prepared by the famous chefs of Sun Ter sub-district, the birthplace of China?s finest chefs. Chefs from Sun Ter will join Yaowarat?s celebrated chefs and cooks from top restaurants and food shops in China Town to present a gastronomic extravaganza guaranteed to impress connoisseurs and food-lovers. (yummmy) NEE HOW ? SAWASDEE MEE CHOKE CHINESE NEW YEAR MERIT-MAKING JANUARY 29: from 06.00 ? 18.00 JANUARY 30: from 06.00 ? 16.00 Visitors to the Grand Chinese New Year Festival are invited to receive blessings for the New Year by making merit at the following six sacred sites along Yawarat Road: The King?s Birthday Celebration (Chalerm Phrakiat) Arch, Tian Fah Foundation, Aa Nia Keng (Chue Pui Nia Nia) shrine, Leng Buay Ia shrine, Chao Phao Kuan U Diety shrine and Wat Traimit Witthayaram temple. Red is considered to be an auspicious colour ? a symbol of happiness and good luck. Participants are encouraged to dress in red. Nee How-Sawasdee Mee Choke Lucky Draw After having completed the pilgrimage of the six sacred sites, participants will be eligible to participate in the Nee How-Sawasdee Mee Choke Lucky Draw. Each participant will receive a participation form. At the end of the pilgrimage, participants who have collected a total of six stamps on the participation form can drop the form into any one of the nine Nee How-Sawasdee Mee Choke lucky draw boxes placed at nine different locations along Yawarat Road. The draw will be conducted on 30 January. To be eligible for the Nee How-Sawasdee Mee Choke Lucky Draw, participants must be dressed in red. SHOPPING FOR GIFT ITEMS Shop for souvenirs and gift items from Phu Fa Store, offering products from the Phu Fa Royal Development Project at the Initiative of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, and the Thai Red Cross Association. ACTIVITIES ALONG YAWARAT ROAD From Lamphoonchai Road to Ratchawong Intersection Within Bangkok's "China Town", ancient customs and traditions have been preserved by members of the community, particularly ancient Chinese culinary art and the celebration of traditional festivals on the Chinese calendar. The Bangkok China Town Festival highlights the many facets of Yawarat's rich traditional heritage and draws attention to the best that ?China Town? has to offer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeAussieGuy Posted January 25, 2006 Report Share Posted January 25, 2006 Great job saved me heaps of time searching the web for this information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GirlFromMars Posted January 25, 2006 Report Share Posted January 25, 2006 gimme 2 days to read all of that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norfolkinchance Posted January 25, 2006 Report Share Posted January 25, 2006 Sounds WAY too formal for me. I shall be celebrating the Year of the Dog by swinging golf clubs and draining lots of Heineken at Subhapruek Golf course. That's my kind of formality!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
umairaraza100 Posted June 2, 2011 Report Share Posted June 2, 2011 well i hope you have celebrated this year so much Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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