It is not for nothing that Thailand is called the land of smiles, because the Thais are very open, smiling and welcome any opportunity to have fun. And even the New Year in Thailand is celebrated three times. On December 31 at midnight, the arrival of the New Year is celebrated together with tourists at festive parties and fireworks in different places in Thailand. Thais also celebrate Chinese New Year, which usually falls in January or February. And then in mid-April comes the most anticipated holiday of the year - Songkran, the traditional Thai New Year. If you have not yet decided where to celebrate the New Year, come to Thailand in December and immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere until mid-April.
The 2020 celebrations will feature fireworks, beach parties and concerts in bars and restaurants. The Tourism Authority of Thailand has prepared information on what events in Thailand are worth visiting during the New Year holidays.
Most New Year's Eve events in Thailand are annual rituals. One of the most popular of these festive rituals in Bangkok is the street party in the Khao San Road area. Every year on December 31, Khao San Road attracts travelers from all over the world to celebrate the New Year and dance until sunrise. The party features live music, street dancing, bars with drinks, and restaurants with delicious Asian dishes. For those who prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, the neighboring Sanam Luang area is suitable. Here you can make wishes for the next year at a Buddhist temple, start the countdown to the new year, and enjoy the festive fireworks.
Loy Nava River Cruise on the Chao Phraya River
The most Thai way to celebrate the New Year is to take a culinary cruise down the Chao Phraya River aboard an authentic restaurant. From the deck of a former rice barge, you can enjoy views of Bangkok’s majestic palaces, the Rama VIII Bridge and Wat Arun Temple, all illuminated and sparkling in the tropical night. The New Year’s Eve program includes an entertainment show and a 10-course Thai-style festive dinner for two. Loy Nawa sets sail at 10:15 p.m. on the evening of December 31 and runs until half past two in the morning of January 1. The program also includes one landing ashore to launch New Year’s Eve fireworks.
Surin Beach and Bangla Road in Phuket
Phuket is one of the islands of Thailand that is definitely worth visiting. There are many temples, the old city of Phuket Town, and Bangla Road, a walking alley on the territory of Patong Beach. During the day, the street is an ordinary resort alley, where they sell souvenirs and offer local cuisine. But on New Year's Eve, life will be in full swing here - more than 200 bars of Bangla Road will host night festive discos and entertainment shows. Phuket is also famous for its clean and white beaches. One of these beaches, Surin Beach is famous for its crystal clear water and many restaurants, both with Thai and international cuisine. Here you can see out the old year, admiring the sunset from the coast of the Andaman Sea, and then join a big New Year's party with fireworks, shows and barbecue on the beach.
New Year's Market Asiatique
Asiatique is located in the southern part of Bangkok, right by the Chao Phraya River. Once upon a time, this was the site of an international port and numerous warehouses of a large trading company, and today they are all used as boutiques, cafes and restaurants. The area houses more than 1,500 shops and boutiques, 40 cafes and restaurants, permanent food, clothing and souvenir fairs, as well as a large Ferris wheel. Asiatique Riverfront is a pleasant place for shopping and relaxation, also because in addition to shops and cafes, guests can enjoy a well-equipped embankment with wooden decking, beautiful alleys and fountains. Most of the Asiatique cafes and restaurants prepare festive menus for the New Year's dinner, and tables should be reserved in advance.
Riverside Music Madness Festival
The Chiang Mai Music Festival takes place on December 31 on the east bank of the Ping River. Riverside Music Madness features popular bands performing rock versions of famous hits. There are also some great restaurants and bars for a romantic New Year's Eve dinner, some of which were included in this year's updated MICHELIN Red Guide.
If you want to paint the cold winter in bright colors and have fun during the New Year holidays, there is no better place than Thailand. The kingdom will delight guests not only with bright events, but also with magical exotic nature, wonderful climate, rich cultural heritage and the hospitality of local residents.
Source: trn-news.ru
