#H.M. the King's Birthday Celebration

#H.M. the King's Birthday Celebration

Date: 5 December 2012

Considered on of the most important day of Thai people, December 5 is H.M. the King's Birthday and the day is also regarded as the Nation's Father's Day. Buildings and homes throughout the country are adorned with portraits of H.M. the King and flags, and the streets are decorated with fairy lights, predominantly around Ratchadamnoen Road and the Grand Palace. An alms-giving ceremony in the morning is followed by a festival of music and cultural performances at Sanam Luang. In the evening, the whole nation joins in the Candle Lighting Ceremony and withnesses a spectacular fireworks display.

Highlight: Ratchadamnoen Road is closed  to traffic on 5 December to enable people to walk and admire the beauty of the display of portraits of H.M. the King and colourful illuminations. Most of all, this event provides the opportunity to witness the love and respect that the Thai people have towards their beloved King.  (www.tatnes.org, Mthai.com, thaipbs.or.th) 

#Grand Celebrations to Mark His Majesty the King's 83rd Birthday

His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej will turn 83 on 5 Decmber 2010. In celebration of this occasion, the public and private sectors are joining hands in organizing various in Bangkok and the provinces from December 1 to 9, under the theme "Our Land" According to acting Permanent Secretary for Interior Kwanchai Wongnitikorm, the Ministry of Interior will put up pavilions at the Royal Plaza in Bangkok for an exhibition in honor of His Majesty and a bazaar of OTOP products from 18 groups of provinces. People are invited to pay tribute to His Majesty by placing floral trays in front of the portrait of His Majesty at the Royal Plaza during the nine-day period. Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva will preside over the opening of this event, displaying Thai people's love, loyalty, and respect for His Majesty on December 1 at 18.00 hr at the Royal Plaza. He will also preside over a mass candle-lighting ceremony as a tribute to His Majesty on December 5 at 19.29 hr in front of the Supreme Court on Ratchadamnoen Nai Road. The ceremony will be held simultaneously in other provinces nationwide, as well. (http://thailand.prd.go.th/)

There will be seven processions of brightlylit boats along the Choa Phraya River in Bangkok on December 5, between 18.00 and 20.30 hr. The processions, consisting of 600 boats sailing from various provinces, will pass Siriraj Hospital, where His Majesty has been staying for medical treatment. A large number of people will join the candle-lighting ceremony on the boats, which will be decorated with spectacular lights and flowers. 

#Thailand (Heart of Asia) Holidays

#Heart of Asia

One of the world's most popular cuisines. Beautiful beaches and islands. Friendly, charming people. Warm weather all year round. Cheap prices for most things. Colourful, enchanting temples. An exotic culture preserved through the ages in a country that has never been colonised. Where are we talking about? Thailand, of course! Why Thailand You can travel to Thailand, if you want to experience lovely smiles and gentleness of Thai people and scenic & cultural treasures of Thailand. Thailand certainly is the "Land of Smiles," which can make you smile, too. It's really is enamoring and exotic country, known for its inviting people, culture,scenery, cuisine, and overall lifestyle. (Travelhouseuk)

A Prequent Choice in International Travel Located in the heart of Asia, Thailand has been captivating foreign visitors fo decades. Previous visitors return year after year and as the word spreads, first-time visitors come flooding in. The number of foreign visitors to Thailand continues to increase and year after year, records are broken as international visitors flock to this fascinating country. Vacations, Made Memorable Ones Arguably the most exotic destination in South East Asia, Thailand offers travelers and holiday makers a huge range of vacation possibilities. It doesn't matter whether you're a budget traveler wanting to explore a foreign land on a tight budget, or a well-heeled traveler who wants to be pampered and experience the very best, Thailand has something for you. It is still quite possible to find a pristine stretch of beautiful white sand beach that you can have all to yourself. Lazing away the days on a hammock under a palm tree on a mile long beach, without anyone else in sight, swaying in the breeze under a cloudless sky as the waves gently break against the soft white sand. Such an experience can still be had. Welcome to Thailand! (Travelhouseuk) to be continue later (Source picture  : www.sheratonpattaya.blogspot.com www.thailander.com)