Tuesday, October 11, 2011

GreenBkk.com Travel | 2011 PHIMAI FESTIVAL

2011 PHIMAI FESTIVAL

November 9 – 13, 2011
At Bhrommathat Ground of Phimai Historical Park and banks of the
Chakkarat River, Phimai district, Nakhon Ratchasima province


Nakhon Ratchasima province, in collaboration with the TAT Nakhon Ratchasima Office, the Fine Arts Department, as well as, other related agencies, is organising the annual 2011 Phimai Festival, scheduled to be held during November 9 – 13, 2011, at the Bhrommathat Ground of the Phimai Historical Park and banks of the Chakkarat River, Phimai district , Nakhon Ratchasima province.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
- Highlights of the event will include:


Dances beyond the Mun River – a light and sound presentation that will tell the story of the glorious period of King Jayavarman VII (November 9-13, 2011).

- Traditional long-boat races along the banks of the Chakkarat River and Mun River during November 12 – 13







- Khorat cat competition


Khon or classical Thai mask dance from the Fine Arts Department

- Local art and cultural performances

- Food contest featuring competitions of renowned food of Phimai


Sales of local products and various fun-filled performances will also be available.

Mr Auttaphol Wannakij, Director of TAT Nakhon Ratchasima Office, also reassures tourists that they will enjoy the warm hospitality of the people of Phimai, as well as, hear the story of the grand Phimai Sanctuary from the students of Phimai Witthaya School.

For further information (ticket reservation), please contact:
Plausma Info Tech Co., Ltd.
Tel: +66 (0) 2970 2544-5
Mobile: 08 7514 9191

Phimai District Office
Tel: +66 (0) 44471617

Phimai Municipal Office
Tel: +66 (0) 4447 1121


TAT Nakhon Ratchasima Office
Tel: +66 (0) 4421 3030, (0) 4421 3666
E-mail: tatsima@tat.or.th

Credit: TAT News (www.tatnews.org)

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