BANGKOK, April 21 – The government invites people to join celebrating the 241st anniversary of the foundation of Krung Rattanakosin (Bangkok), said government deputy spokeswoman Ratchada Thanadirek.
Cultural events and activities are being organized around the Rattanakosin Island, Bangkok’s historic area from April 21-25 to honour and commemorate the benevolence of King RamaI and all kings of the Chakri Dynasty.
According to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), main locations are the National Museum, the National Theatre, Santi Chai Prakan Park, Ratchadamnoen Contemporary Art Center, Museum Siam, Wat Prayurawongsawat Worawihan, and Bang Lamphu Museum.
The events at the national museum and the national theater feature cultural performances, a night museum, a retro-style food market, and a fair, selling cultural products from Thailand’s 76 provinces and from Bangkok’s 50 districts.
At Santi Chai Prakan Park, events and activities include an exhibition in honour of all the kings of the Chakri Dynasty, multimedia shows celebrating the 241 years of Bangkok, an illuminated tunnel, open-air cinema and orchestral performances.
Ratchadamnoen Contemporary Art Center will hold a photo contest on the 241 years of Krung Rattanakosin, along with workshops and a fair on contemporary art products.
Museum Siam will host academic discussions and an exhibition on the 241 years of Krung Rattanakosin.
Wat Prayurawongsawat Worawihan will hold a temple fair and various activities on the 241 years of Krung Rattanakosin.
Bang Lamphu Museum will open for free entry and will hold community tourism activities conducted by local youth guides including art and craft workshops and cultural performances.
The BMTA will be organising buses and trams for sightseeing, as well as pick-up and drop-off services at various points, free of charge.
