Bangkok, Thailand, November 30, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Sukhothai Bangkok cordially invites you to the "Bangkok Uncovered & Beyond" benefit event, the proceeds of which will benefit social development projects in vulnerable communities in Bangkok. This is the fourth time the project has taken place. Sukhothai Bangkok and its partners, including the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration's Tourism Department (BMA), are planning to expand the event. Therefore, the project is now called "Bangkok Uncovered & Beyond Vol. 4" and is the fourth event of its kind since 2017.

This project grew out of our APPEAR concept for preserving threatened communities and cultures and revitalizing them through sustainable tourism. We are collaborating with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration's Tourism Department (BMA). Sukhothai Bangkok supports this project to promote sustainable activities in six threatened communities while improving the livelihoods of local people. These six communities are Koh Sarn Chao, Bang Lamphu, Hua Takhe, Bang Kradi, Ban Bu, and Nang Loeng.

In addition to these six communities, the following communities are also participating in the event: Talad Noi, Hala Market at Charoenkrung 103, Klong Ladmayom Market, Taladname Song Klong in Taling Chan, Bangkok Dee Jung, Talad Mod Ta Noi, and the Lumpoo community. This year, private businesses are also invited to showcase their products at the event.

We expect around 1,000 guests each day on weekends. This event is a significant milestone, and we are committed to making it even more memorable. We warmly invite you to join us for this year-end charity event. You will not only have the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Bangkok's old quarters, but also support social projects and experience the diverse traditions of twelve local communities. You can participate in a range of fascinating cultural activities, many of which are slowly being forgotten, including:

• Creative workshops in Thai handicrafts led by local artisans, such as crafting sustainable kites from gold-leafed black lacquer (Lai Rod Nam), embroidering Mon scarves, creating Mon paper art, and drawing self-portraits. • Rare music, dance, and craft demonstrations, such as banana stem carving, making traditional stone powder flower garlands (Pang Puang), Mon music, and Chatree dance. • Learn secret recipes from community grandmothers, such as those for gold thread and Kanom Jak. • Purchase unique gifts or simply indulge in an endless array of delicious food and desserts, including Mon caramel and mung bean marzipan. • Sample traditional Rae Rai, Bale jelly, and steamed red lotus stem cake. • Take advantage of special offers with vouchers from the luxurious five-star hotel The Sukhothai Bangkok, including room, food and beverage, and spa packages. • Discover unusual artifacts and participate in the community auction to bid on artwork by local artists and handcrafted bronze knives. • Showcase and present the services and products of various sponsors at the event.

We are pleased to announce that all sales proceeds from the upcoming event “Bangkok Uncovered & Beyond Vol. 4” will benefit charitable social projects. Once the event costs are covered, all sales proceeds will go towards the following impactful initiatives:

Children's Library: We foster a love of learning and literacy among young people in our community. Playground: We create a safe and vibrant space where children can play, explore, and make unforgettable memories. Learning Center: We provide students with an optimal learning environment for their academic success. Museum Renovation: We breathe new life into a local museum, preserving and showcasing our cultural heritage.

Your participation in Bangkok Uncovered & Beyond Vol. 4 on December 16th and 17th, 2023, will not only offer you a unique and enriching experience, but will also make an important contribution to improving our community. We look forward to welcoming you and supporting you in this shared endeavor to make a difference. Together, we can make a difference.

For further information about the event and to stay up to date, please contact: Chutima Limpasurat, Director of Marketing Communications, Tel.: 02 344 8888 or email: [email protected]