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The Tourism Authority of Thailand has just published a list of festivals scheduled for August and September.
One of the must-sees is in Phitsanulok in
the lower northern region, where the annual Long Boat Racing Tradition
returns to the Nan River on September 16 and 17. A fierce competition
that takes all the oarsmen’s might, the winners get to take home the
royal trophy from His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej and HRH
Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn. The race field is categorised in five
types based on size of boat. Visitors can also take part in merit-making
ceremonies also held on boats.
Those heading further north can join the unique Akha Swing Tradition,
which is held to show gratitude to the goddess Um Sa Yae for ensuring
abundant crops. Held in Chinag Rai’s Akha village from early August to
the end of September, it offers visitors a chance to appreciate and
learn about ethnic traditions and the simple way of life on the hills.
Over in the northeast region, Ubon Ratchathani is offering the
Marvellous Shrimp March, during which ten of thousands of shrimps appear
at night in August and September at Kaeng Lamduan in Nam Yuen District.
South of Bangkok golf fans won’t want to miss the Hua Hin Golf Festival
2017 and play nine courses in the seaside towns of Cha Um and Hua Hin
for just one price. Meanwhile cyclists should prepare for the 16th
International Mountain Bike Competition that will take place on August
26 and 27 at Bhumibol Dam in Tak province.
Shoppers can take advantage of special discounts on airfares at the 21st
Travel Around Thailand and Around the World fair running from August 10
to 13 at Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre.
Find out more by calling 1672 or check out www.TourismThailand.org/thaifest.
Source - TheNation
