Streets garlanded with vibrant decorations, exploding firecrackers, vibrant display of fireworks, amazing food and so much more awaits you at Bangkok during the celebration of the Chinese New Year. Read on to know more about how extravagantly Bangkok welcomes the Chinese New Year.
Overview
Yaowaraj, which is the official China town in Bangkok, is the epicentre of all the celebration for the Chinese New Year in Thailand. The streets of this region will come to life with an exclusive display of festival lights, live music, decadent street food and more. With the date being calculated using the Chinese Lunar calendar the event usually takes place during January to February every year.
New year Traditions
Though it is not a public holiday, people who belong to the Chinese Bangkok communities take one day off from work to take part in religious observances and engage in celebrations. On the new years, eve families gather around to pay homage to their ancestors and pray God to bring lunch and good fortunes for the New Year. In the new year, the day is when the celebrations being. Families will enjoy a sumptuous Chinese banquet at home and they exchange gifts and on the New Year day after eating sweetmeats people just rest and enjoy.
Where exactly can you enjoy the New Year celebrations?
You should definitely be at Yaowara to witness the festivities up close and personal. You could also visit Lengnoeiyi Temple on Charoen Krung Street to pay respect to the gods and goddesses. You might need a whole day to witness and indulge in the joys of the new year celebrations and you could start by just taking a stroll along the streets of Bangkok’s China town.
Accommodation options and getting there
There are plenty of accommodation options near the china town and if you are looking for a Siam Hotel in Bangkok, accommodation options the likes of Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel is an option worth considering to plan your stay since it is located just a 35-minute drive away from the festival grounds.
Filled with wanderlust that seeks to explore distant shores and captivated by the colors and vibrancy of exotic cultures, Kanya Mae writes on the beautiful, exciting, and enchanting wonders of the world. She is a writer who not only has a passion for travel, but also has a background in fashion, art and media. Google+
