Bangkok (VNA) - Thailand’s Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has declared a plan to expand the country’s annual winter festival, renaming it the Thailand Winter Festivals.
This announcement followed a meeting with Tourism and Sports Minister Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool, and Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt, during which they discussed the forthcoming “Colourful Bangkok Winter Festival” scheduled for year-end.
The government is gearing up to launch at least 11 activities with more details set to be released next month, Srettha.
This announcement followed a meeting with Tourism and Sports Minister Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool, and Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt, during which they discussed the forthcoming “Colourful Bangkok Winter Festival” scheduled for year-end.
The government is gearing up to launch at least 11 activities with more details set to be released next month, Srettha.
The Colourful Bangkok Festival is a joint initiative by the TAT, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), and the Culture Ministry. It is made up of five main events - the 2023 Loi Krathong Festival, Vijit Chao Phraya 2023, Amazing Thailand Passport Privileges, Amazing Thailand Marathon Bangkok 2023, and Amazing Thailand Countdown 2024.
Thapanee said these events are aimed at showcasing the city’s vibrant lifestyle and identity through creative tourism.
Meanwhile, Chadchart emphasised the city’s commitment to ensuring the winter festival is a resounding success, bringing vibrancy and excitement to the capital during the winter season./.
Thapanee said these events are aimed at showcasing the city’s vibrant lifestyle and identity through creative tourism.
Meanwhile, Chadchart emphasised the city’s commitment to ensuring the winter festival is a resounding success, bringing vibrancy and excitement to the capital during the winter season./.
VNA
