Thailand is more than just tropical beaches, Thai massages and the red light district. The Cultural scene of Thailand is as vibrant as New York’s. You will be introduced to a rich and colorful country that evolves constantly, as you set aside the old cliches.
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Siam Niramit Show
Siam Niramit show is the pride of the country that earned an honorary award of excellence by The Tourism Authority of Thailand.
Siam Niramit’s scenery is striking in its scale and grandeur. The performance consists of several levels. Elephants walk on it, a river flows, boats swim and demons float in the sky under the rain with the roar of thunder. The play is crafted so believably that there is no line between fantasy world and reality.
The story consists of three parts. The first reveals the history of Thailand, its ancient cities and ancestors. The second part tells the story of the creatures that live in three worlds: the Flaming Hell, the Heavenly Paradise and the fairytale Nimapaan Forest. The third part is the most pompous and dynamic, it presents all the holidays and festivals of Thailand, and the audience can immediately take part in the colorful rituals.
Undoubtedly, Siam Niramit is the most exciting show in all of Asia.
MOCA Museum of Contemporary Art
MOCA BANGKOK has a collection of ingenious works from modern Thai art over the past 30 years. They`ve been carefully and passionately collected by Bunchai Bencharongkul, the famous media magnate and founder of the museum.
The MOCA Gallery features paintings, sculptures and installations with a traditional Thai feel, as well as the works inspired by Western art styles.
About 800 works from the private collection of Boonchai Bencharongkul are featured at the museum. All of them are displayed in 20,000 square meters of gigantic space. MOCA’s collections perceptively express the Thai mentality, sensitivity to art, deep convictions and character of thought.
Chatuchak Market
Chatuchak is one of the largest markets in the world. It is like an ancient Greek Minotaur’s labyrinth where you can easily get lost, so it is better to buy a map at the entrance.
Chatuchak bursts with an abundance of millions of goods. Here you can buy Asian and European antiques, appliances, exotic plants, pets, food and drink, furniture, ceramics, rare books, clothes and hundreds of other products.
This is where the contemporary Thai designers set up night markets. These days Chatuchak turns into a big party with model shows, fire shows and other various interactive activities. If you manage to find yourself in such a night market, you will definitely pick up new and unique perspectives here.
The market has been working for 40 years and is considered to be the top shopping place in Thailand, a place you can bargain for the best deals.
Dream World Disneyland
Dream World is a Thailand version of Disneyland, combining elements of Tokyo Disneyland and Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California. The architecture of Castle at Dream World resembles a mix between Thai temples and the castle of Sleeping Beauty.
The Thai Dream World has its own atmosphere with different sections like Dream World Plaza, Dream Garden, Fantasy Land, Adventure Land, Garden of Love and Uncle Tom’s Farm.
Dream World Plaza is the main square where all the carnivals, shows and parades with fairy tale characters take place. It is home to cafes, stores, and souvenir shops.
Dream Garden is adorned with waterfalls, a lake and fountains. You can explore the surroundings on a miniature train or from a cable car.
The hallmark of Fantasy Land is the Castle of Sleeping Beauty as well as Cinderella’s carriage, Snow White’s house, a pirate ship, the cave of horrors and more from fairy tales.
Adventure Land is the zone of extreme attractions. Here you can ride a magic carpet, roller coaster, do rafting and catch adrenaline on many different attractions.
The Garden of Love is next, where couples can take beautiful and romantic photos to remind them of their magical trip.
Finally visit Uncle Tom’s Farm, a contact Zoo to feed, pet and learn more about goats, sheep and rabbits.
Mr. Jesada’s Museum of Technology
Do you remember the movie from Back to the Future? Even the Doc’s DeLorean is here!
Mr. Jesada’s museum is a home to almost every car that has been built. You will witness the long and thorny path that the inventors had to walk till we get the modern technology of contemporary cars.
On the vast grounds of the museum you will see amphibious cars with underwater engines, leather covered cars, vintage cars, the unicycle(first invention that led to the invention of cars), as well as helicopters and airplanes.
