Thai Government Urges Safe and Respectful Songkran Celebrations Amid Concerns of Violence and Harassment
National—
On April 11th, 2024, Mr. Karom Phonphonklang, the Thai Deputy Government Spokesperson, called for the cooperation of all citizens to play water during the Songkran celebration safely and appropriately.
UNESCO registered the Songkran festival from...
Wat Arun Chosen as CNN Internationals Live Broadcast Site for Thailands New Year Celebrations
National—
On December 28th, 2023, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) officials publicly stated that CNN International, an American news channel, chose Wat Arun, Bangkok, as a live broadcast location to represent Thai identity under the...
Songkran Festival Receives UNESCO Recognition as Humanity’s Intangible Cultural Heritage
National—
On December 5th, 2023, Mr. Kowit Phakamas, the Director-General of the Thai Department of Cultural Promotion, publicly announced the registration of the Songkran Festival in Thailand as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity by...
Pattaya City Honors Her Royal Majesty Princess Sirindhorn with Loyalty Ceremony Amidst Nationwide Tribute
Pattaya—
At 4:00 PM, on February 16th, 2024, Mr. Poramese "Beer" Ngampichet, the Mayor of Pattaya City, Chonburi officials, and many other people dressed in purple as a loyalty symbol to honor the eldest Princess...
Kanchanaburi Gears Up for River Kwai Bridge Week Festival 2023 During December 8th-17th
Kanchanaburi—
Kanchanaburi has scheduled the River Kwai Bridge Week festival 2023 from December 8th to the 17th at River Kwai Bridge, Mueang, Kanchanaburi.
The River Kwai Bridge Week festival is held annually to commemorate lives...
79-Year-Old Thai Man Defies Age, Continues Selling Traditional Isaan Musical Instruments on Jomtien Beach
Pattaya —
Despite being 79, an age when many live their retirement, Uncle Wichai, a familiar figure along Pattaya's Jomtien Beach, continues to bring joy to others by selling music and traditional Isaan instruments.
Uncle Wichai...
Massive Success: Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2024 Draws 784,000 Participants, Generates 2.8 Billion...
Bangkok—
On April 16th, 2024, Mr. Chai Watcharong, the Thai Government spokesman, publicly revealed details of a successful “Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2024” event from April 11th to the 15th, at Ratchadamnoen Klang Road...
Happy Birthday to Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn!
Thailand-
On this auspicious occasion, the Kingdom of Thailand celebrates the birthday of Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, who was born on April 2nd, 1955. As the third child of Their Majesties the King and Queen...
UNESCO Designates Five Thai Cities as Creative Cities
PRESS RELEASE:
BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand has garnered international recognition as UNESCO has designated five cities in the country as Creative Cities in various categories including gastronomy, crafts, folk arts and design.
The announcement was made by...
Chiang Mai Plans to Convert Red Trucks to Electric Vehicles: Preserving Tradition and Reducing...
Chiang Mai—
On November 6th, 2023, Mr. Danainut Chokamnuay, the Assistant Minister of Industry, and relevant officials stated to Thai national media about signature transportation in Chiang Mai: Red Trucks.
Danainut publicly revealed that Chiang Mai...
