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  Cultural Policy in Thailand
Support the preservation of the Thai culture in all aspects through education, research, animation and development in order that culture may serve as an important tool for solving problems encountered in the conduct of individual life, for the development of social, economic and political progress, and for the strengthening of the national sovereignty.
The provincial and regional cultural centers, mostly located in the Teachers' Training Colleges, and the universities are directly under the supervision of the directors of the colleges, or the chairmen of the parent institutes.
Thailand Cultural Centre -- a modern and well-equipped multimedia centre conceived as a grant aid project from the government of Japan -- is established in 1987 to enable wide range of people to participate effectively in cultural life which includes performing arts, social education and recreation.
www.wwcd.org /policy/clink/Thailand.html   (3734 words)

  
 The Power of Culture - Cultural Policy of non-western countries: Thailand
With this organization the Ministry of Culture is striving to achieve one of the pillars of the policy determined in 1981: increasing appreciation among the population of Thailand for the country's own culture.
This sub-division of the Ministry of Culture also runs the Thai Cultural Centre, a cultural and recreational mega-complex that was erected in Bangkok in 1987 with Japanese support.
Thailand is also home to the Regional Centre for Archaeology and the Arts (SPAFA), a South-Asian organization with ten member states that is concerned with cultural heritage.
kvc.minbuza.nl /uk/policy/thailand.html   (349 words)

  
 Thailand travel guide, entertainment and recreation.
The Thailand Cultural Centre on Ratchadapisek Road, the Alliance Francaise Auditorium on South Sathorn Road, the AUA Language Centre Auditorium on Rajdamri Road, the British Council Centre in Siam Square, and the Goethe Institute on Soi Attakarnprasit, off South Sathorn Road, also stage theatrical and musical performances.
The KAD Performing Arts Centre in Chiang Mai, in northern Thailand, includes the lavishly- equipped KAD Theatre with a seating capacity of 1,550 and the KAD Playhouse, with a seating capacity of 500.
Thailand's clement weather means that golfers can enjoy their sport all year round at a wide variety of challenging courses.
www.asia-planet.net /thailand/entertainment.htm   (1047 words)

  
 Welcome to Regent Hotel and Apartments   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Thailand's National Theatre is on Na Phra That Road next to the National Museum.
Located on Ratchadaphisek Road, the Thailand Cultural centre was first opened December 1987, celebrating the 60 the birth anniversary of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
It is fully integrated venue for social education and cultural activities.
www.regentthailand.com /bangkokatt_hd3.php   (322 words)

  
 Thailand hotels, hotel and travel guide - Online reservations by THAILAND-GUIDE.ORG
Koh Samui is located in the Gulf of Thailand, approximately 84 kilometers east of Surat Thani Province, or approximately 700 kilometers south of Bangkok.
Phuket - Located approximately 862 kilometers south of Bangkok is Phuket, Thailand’s largest island, which is often dubbed as “the pearl of the Andaman, or the pearl of the south”.
Pattaya is nestled along a picturesque bay on the East Coast of the Gulf of Thailand, roughly 170 kilometers southeast of Bangkok.
www.thailand-guide.org   (791 words)

  
 Bangkok travel, tours and attractions, hotels in Bangkok Thailand
Located on Ratchadaphisek Road, it is a fully integrated venue for social education and cultural activities.
This is the biggest park located in the centre of the business area and bordered by Rama IV Road, Sarasin Road and Witthayu Road.
Located next to Emporium Shopping Centre on Sukhumvit Road, the park was established to honour Her Majesty the Queen’s 60th birthday.
www.bangkok-hotel-thailand.com /attractions/theatre.htm   (445 words)

  
 Thailand - Bangkok
This is the country's most popular spectator sport and should not be missed - the reaction of the aficionados, cheering and yelling, is often as exciting as the action in the ring.
Plays, concerts and ballet are all periodically staged both at the top theater venues, such as the Thailand Cultural Centre, as well as at the stadiums, leading hotels and foreign cultural centers.
Thailand's staggering array of fruit, vegetables and flowers can be seen at fresh produce centers, like Sanyan Market on Phrayathai Road, the Marketing Organization for Farmers' Market near Chatuchak Park, or Park Khlong Talat.
www.marimari.com /content/thailand/popular_places/central/bangkok1.html   (794 words)

  
 Central Thailand
Besides places of historical and cultural interest, Nakhon Ratchasima is also home to vast tracts of Khao Yai National Park, ranked as one of the country’s finest nature preserves and featuring a great diversity of habitats from evergreen rainforest to savannah.
On the way to the beach, Rayong town presents a couple of cultural sights in Wat Pa Pradu, which enshrines a large reclining Buddha statue, and the Taksin monument at Wat Lum Mahachai Chumpon, which commemorates the occasion when King Taksin raised an army to expel the Burmese after the fall of Ayutthaya in 1767.
Southern Thailand begins with Chumphon, a sliver of a province with a long coastline facing the Gulf of Thailand, where a number of unspoilt beaches afford the opportunity for a quiet escape.
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 Thai theatre Thailand theatres Thai theatre
Although there is collaboration between artists of the West and East, cultural exchange programmes by the Alliance Francaise, the British Council, the Gothe Institute and the Japan Foundation are generally unilateral, rather than bilateral, or multicultural.
There are only a handful of available venues, namely the Thailand Cultural Centre (which is generally fully booked all year round), the Pridi Banomyong Institute and some auditoriums at major universities, most of which are designed for multi-purpose use rather than theatrical performances.
According to the four-year research project "Criticism as an Intellectual Force in Contemporary Society", which studied newspapers, magazines and journals published in Thailand from 1926 to 2001, only 683 pieces of theatre criticism were published, 585 of which were written between 1993 and 2001, with a sharp decrease after the 1997 economic slump.
www.thailandtraveltours.com /news/2-thai-theatre-thailand-theatres-thai-theatre.htm   (1729 words)

  
 Tour in Thailand, Thailand tour, Thailand tour operators, Tour packages to Thailand, Bangkok, Phuket, Phi Phi Island, ...
Successfully blending old and new, it is an expression of the Thais' enduring respect for tradition and their exuberant involvement with progress.
Further, contained within Bangkok's monument and sights are treasures of the nation's artistic and cultural endeavor that typify the land and the people.
Unique to Thailand, the traditional sport of kick boxing which the protagonists use feet, knees and elbows in addition to gloved fists, is especially thrilling.
www.pigeontravels.com /thailand/places_to_see_in_thailand/bangkok.php   (1356 words)

  
 Ratchada Pisek Hotels
North of the metropolitan area, Ratchadapisek incorporates The Thailand Cultural Centre, Ramkhamhaeng University and a wide selection of the entertainment industry.
Adjacent to the Thai Cultural Center, the Export Department Center, the Queen Sirikit National Convention...
It is situated in the centre of the new commercial district on Ratchadapisek Road.
www.thailand-hotel.net /ratchada-pisek-bangkok-thailand   (1992 words)

  
 Chang Mai Cultural Centre Thailand
Chiang Mai Cultural Centre at the beginning of Chiang Mai-Hang Dong road has an excellent collection of Lanna Thai art, and displays of traditional northern culture.
The Chiang Mai Cultural Centre's buildings, designed by Jira Silapakanok shows an in-depth study of Lannathai (northern) architecture and traditional local building materials.
The architectural style adopted for the buildings was the "Ruean Pae" style, meaning "row house" in the northern dialect.
www.stayresthailand.com /chiang-mai-cultural-centre.html   (144 words)

  
 The Colours of the Night
On your visit to Thailand, you probably want to make the most of your trip to see all categories of its attractions; whether it is natural, architectural, historical or cultural.
Besides, the centre has a hall featuring a permanent exhibition (daytime) on the history of the Thai people, their lifestyles and culture.
Here, Thailand's art and cultural heritage are shown by 150 performers with over 500 costumes and state-of-the-art special effects.
www.thaiwaysmagazine.com /thai_article/2317_colours_of_the_night/colours_of_the_night.html   (1040 words)

  
 Explore Bangkok using sky train, metro and river boat Explore Bangkok using sky train, metro and river boat
Queen Sirikit Centre station is convenient for business types attending one of the many travel and trade events held regular1y at the eponymous convention centre.
The Thailand Cultural Centre is close to the city's biggest cultural performance venue.
Surasak brings you direcdy in front of the gracious former home of the Thai Chinese Cultural Centre which is now the world-famous Blue Elephant Restaurant and cooking school.
www.thailandtraveltours.com /bangkok-explore-bangkok.htm   (1397 words)

  
 Cheap Bangkok Hotels, Bangkok Attractions & Nightlife, Bangkok Hotel Booking & Travel Guide, Thailand - Fargo Travel
Thailand's second city, but in terms of quality of living, tourist attractions and development potential, it's second to none in Southeast-Asia.
Thailand's largest island (360 sq mi/930 sq km about the size of Singapore) is the jewel of the Andaman Sea.
Thailand's third largest island, is 496 km south of
www.fargotravel.com /thailand/central/bangkok_arts.html   (740 words)

  
 Thailand Hotels and Resorts - Amari Atrium Hotel Bangkok Thailand
It is just minutes away from a choice of superb shopping centres, the Thailand Culture Centre, Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre, and several embassies.
Conveniently located close to the Queen Sirikit Convention Centre and the Thailand Cultural Centre, the Amari Atrium Hotel is a welcome addition to Bangkok's range of meeting venues.
Thailand Hotels, Bangkok Hotels, Pattaya Hotels, Phuket Hotels, Chiang Mai Hotels, Rayong Hotels, Phi Phi Hotels and more...
www.southtravels.com /asia/thailand/amariatriumhotel/index.html   (527 words)

  
 The Grand Hotel Bangkok in Thailand, Bangkok, Ratchada Pisek   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Catering efficiently to all your business needs, the business centre is equipped with a wide range of facilities, including a conference room, library and directories, business literature, typewriters, computer, printer, facsimile machine, slide tray, stationary, overhead and slide projectors.
For your maximum convenience during your business trip, the centre provides various services, such as Internet access, E-mail, translation, typing, courier, business appointment service, messenger, business card printing and photo copying.
Thailand's thriving and lively capital city is one of the best reasons for visiting.
www.bangkok-hotel.net /the-grand-hotel-bangkok-thailand   (431 words)

  
 Thailand's Festival for the month of September
The Akha, currently the biggest hill tribe in Chiang Rai, the northernmost province in Thailand, are believed to have originated from the Sipsongpanna(Xishuangbana) region of Yunnan province in Southern China.
Designed to position Bangkok as a cultural centre for world-class performing arts in Asia, the capital will be hosting the International Festival of Dance and Music for the eighth consecutive time in June and September.
In Thailand, where friends and even waitresses are referred to as phi and nong (meaning, an older or younger sibling), every day is kind of like family day, and every potential ally becomes part of your extended family.
www.thailandgrandfestival.com /festival-index.asp?sMonth=September   (444 words)

  
 Tamnak Prathom Harp Centre, Sunida Kitiyakara   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
The Tamnak Prathom Harp Centre was established in honour of Thailand's first harpist, HRH Prince Chudadhuj Dharadilok, who brought the first harp to Thailand -- a 1916 Erard style gold harp made by Geo.
The Tamnak Prathom Harp Centre operates in terms of twelve weeks and three terms per year and follows the British ABRSM syllabus, which takes students up to the pre-university level.
This year, the Harp Centre will be sending three young Thai harpists into the harp world for the very first time to take part in the Wales International Festival 2006 in Caernarfon -- two in the Under 13 category and one, the Under 21 category.
www.harpa.com /tamnakprathom-harpcentre/index.htm   (208 words)

  
 Bangkok Metro - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The metro has a large depot in Huai Khwang district, which is located between Phra Ram 9 and Thailand Cultural Centre stations.
The driver applied its brake and was waiting to be towed to the maintenance centre close to Thailand Cultural Centre station.
Thailand Cultural Centre – with Park and Ride facility; interchange with the future "Orange Line"; about a 20-minute walk to the performing-arts venue; for Jusco, Carrefour and Robinson department stores
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Mass_Rapid_Transit_Authority_of_Thailand   (1099 words)

  
 Bangkok Attractions - District Huai Khwang
The Thai Life Exhibition Hall, located at the Thailand Cultural Center, takes you through the different periods of life in Thailand and how the Thai people have struggled and overcame difficulties to remain an independent.
This is divided into four areas covering the history of Thai culture, important archeological sites in Thailand, world civilization and the origins of the Thais.
The second sector takes you through Thai settlements concentrating on different cultures, languages and religions presented in the media of puppets and aerial photographs of ancient sites in four regions of the country.
www.thailand-guide.org /bangkok/huai-khwang.htm   (262 words)

  
 Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Anthropology Centre Cultural Centers Thailand
50) this.border=1; this.alt='Preview by Thumbshots.com';" onError="src='/directory/images/clear.gif'" /> The objective of the centre is to promote anthropological research in and about Thailand and to support Thai scholars in anthropology and the social sciences, at Pha Boromarachachonnani Road, Bangkok 10170.
Features botanical gardens, cultural centre, family spa and 18-hole championship golf course, at Sampran, Nakorn Pathom 73110.
The objective of the centre is to promote anthropological research in and about Thailand and to support Thai scholars in anthropology and the social sciences, at Pha Boromarachachonnani Road, Bangkok 10170.
www.thailandtravelsearch.com /directory/info/258.shtml   (225 words)

  
 Bangkok in Thailand
Located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, the traditional lifeblood of Thailand's fertile central plains, Bangkok is a thrilling paradox and it the very epitome of the modern, steamy Asian metropolis.
The older part of the city, the ancient temples, Chinatown and the famous travelers centre of Banglamphu are found in the between the western area of the tracks and the river.
Located east of the railway line is the newer part of the city filled with skyscrapers, hotels, foreign embassies, shopping centres such as Siam Square and the commercial centre of Th Sukhumvit.
www.aguidetoasia.com /thailand/bangkok.php   (531 words)

  
 Thailand Tatler   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
The L'Oreal Thailand for Women in Science Fellowship is open for applications in the areas of life science and material science until 15 December.
In the photographic exhibit Spiritual Village in Thailand, Japanese artist Takeshi Mori traces the origin of rice growing in the remote mountains of Lahu and Akha in China.
Although Thailand is a Buddhist country, Christmas is celebrated at restaurants and hotels around the country.
www.thailandtatler.com /diary/diary.aspx   (736 words)

  
 Cultural Centre team resigns in protest
All five committee members in charge of a Bt5.8-billion project to turn the Thailand Cultural Centre into a comprehensive cultural complex have resigned in an apparent protest against interference by Acting Culture Minister Surakiart Sathirathai.
Last Wednesday, Surakiart removed Pornsek Kanjanajaree, the vice minister for culture, as the project's chairman and added members to the committee.
In a related development, the Culture Ministry's deputy permanent secretary, Kriangkrai Sampachalit, said the announcement of three finalists for the project would be postponed from yesterday until March 27.
www.nationmultimedia.com /2006/02/28/national/national_20001690.php   (240 words)

  
 Bangkok’s 3rd International Festival of Dance & Music [www.bangkokhotel.com]
World art and culture takes centre stage in Bangkok once again with the third consecutive International Festival of Dance and Music being held in the capital.
With the success of its precursors, the festival in 2001 is expected to be an even more spectacular event with a bigger entourage of world-class performers presenting a whole spectrum of cultural performances from the great classics in opera and ballet, to pop, modern dance, jazz, contemporary dance and a Broadway musical in Thai.
Theatre 28 has been presenting international standard theatrical performances in Thailand since 1985 and has won critical acclaim, hailed by critics as one of the most creative groups of local artists.
www.bangkokhotel.com /thailand_festival/music.html   (1195 words)

  
 TAT RELEASE -- Tourism Authority of Thailand News Room
It will make a major contribution to attracting more visitors to Thailand and boosting the average length of stay in Bangkok by linking several hotels, shopping centres and business districts, as well as the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre.
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Governor Mrs.
The Lat Phrao Station has a parking building for 2,000 cars while the Thailand Cultural Centre Station provides a building of up to 200 cars.
www.tatnews.org /tat_release/detail.asp?id=2197   (661 words)

  
 Thailand Theaters | Thailand Dancing
Thailand's National Theatre, adjacent to the National Museum at Bangkok's Sanam Luang.
The Thailand Cultural Centre on Batchadapisek Road, the Alliance Francaise Auditorium on South Sathorn Road, the AUA Language Centre Auditorium on Ratchadamri Road, the British Council Centre in Siam Square, and the Go the Institute on Soi Attakarnprasit, off South Sathorn Road, also stage theatrical and musical performances.
The KAD Performing Arts Centre in Chiang Mai, in northern Thailand, includes the lavishlyequipped KAD Theatre with a seating capacity of 1,550 and the KAD Playhouse, with a seating capacity of 500.
www.thailandparadise.com /thailand-theater-dance.htm   (230 words)

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