Count down to 2014 at seven popular destinations throughout the kingdom.
Thailand’s official New Year’s celebrations kick off later this month in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Pattaya, Hat Yai, Phuket, Khon Kaen and Chiang Rai, and run through New Year’s Day.
Here are the seven attractions from the Tourism Authority of Thailand:
Bangkok, Dec. 31 & Jan. 1: Countdown 2014 at the city’s Ploen Chit, Ratchaprasong and Pathumwan Intersections with concerts by famous Thai and international musicians, stage entertainment and a spectacular countdown fireworks display.
Chiang Mai, Dec. 25 – Dec. 31: Countdown 2014 will take place at the historic Thapae Gate and down the entire stretch of Thapae Road. Activities will include miniconcerts by well-known Thai artists and bands, fun stage performances and displays of local culture, leading to a massive fireworks display on New Year’s Eve.
Chiang Rai, Dec. 31 – Jan. 1: The Three Nation’s Countdown in Mae Sai district features stage entertainment showcasing the culture of the three Golden Triangle countries – Thailand, Lao PDR. and Myanmar -which will fascinate and entertain before midnight’s musical fireworks display.
Pattaya, Dec. 25 & Dec. 31: Countdown 2014 will take place at the Bali Hai Pier on the southernmost part of Pattaya Beach. New Year’s Eve will be the highlight of a weeklong celebration that includes concerts by famous Thai and international musicians and a wide range of entertainment including cultural and culinary fun. The countdown will be marked with a fireworks spectacular.
Hat Yai, Dec. 30 & Dec. 31: Countdown 2014 will take place on Niphat Uthit 3, Sanehanusorn, Thammanoonvithi and Chee Uthit Roads in Songkhla’s Hat Yai district. Highlights include concerts by big name Thai artists and musicians and the B-Boy Championships. There will also be displays of Ramwong or a traditional Thai circle dance, as well as a massive fireworks display as the clocks strike midnight.
Phuket, Dec. 29 – Dec. 31: Countdown 2014, which will be held at Sanam Chai, opposite the Phuket Provincial Hall, promises a range of concerts and stage entertainment before the island’s skies are lit up with the countdown fireworks display. Music lovers should attend the Phuket Electronic Music and Dance Festival 2014 on Dec. 30 & Dec. 31 on the island’s Karon Beach, which will play host to internationally-acclaimed DJs as well as several concerts that will climax in a countdown spectacular.
Khon Kaen, Dec. 25 – Dec. 31: Happy Family Party 2014 will take place over a week in Khon Kaen. Family-friendly activities are being held on Srichan Road by the ancient Khon Kaen Gate and there will be lots to see and do including the countdown fireworks display that marks the end of the old year and the beginning of the new.
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For more information, contact the Tourism Authority of Thailand’s Call Centre at 1672 or visit its New Year’s information page.
Photo: Amani Hasan
