Bangkok, Thailand, March 31, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is hosting the Amazing Songkran Festival 2021 in Bangkok and is also supporting unique celebrations in seven other locations – Ayutthaya, Buri Ram, Chiang Mai, Khon Kaen, Lampang, Nong Khai and Sukhothai – in keeping with the traditional aspects of the festival and the new measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

His Excellency Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Tourism and Sports, said: “The Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) has given the green light for this year’s nationwide Songkran festival to take place as the ‘new normal’, with an emphasis on the traditional and cultural aspects of the celebration while strictly adhering to the nationwide public health protocols to prevent the spread of COVID-19.”

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is hosting the Amazing Songkran Festival in Bangkok from April 13th to 15th, 2021, in the area around Makkasan Station of the Airport Rail Link. In addition to showcasing traditional Songkran elements from various regions of Thailand, the festival will offer rare and traditional Thai food, snacks and desserts, local handicrafts, and cultural performances such as the Khon mask dance, the Nang Yai shadow play, Thai string puppetry, and contemporary music performances.

Mr. Yuthasak Supasorn, Governor of the TAT, stated: “The TAT’s 2021 Songkran Festival in Bangkok focuses on three core aspects: public health, tradition, and value for money. It highlights local traditions and customs while adhering to current health measures. Visitors are encouraged to wear traditional Thai clothing or fabrics, or colorful, floral-patterned shirts typical of Songkran.”

TAT also supports the hosting of unique Songkran celebrations at seven destinations across the country, including Songkran in the ancient capital Ayutthaya; Amazing Songkran Buri Ram, presented by Chang; Paweni Pi Mai Mueang Chiang Mai; Khon Kaen Songkran Festival; Salung Luang Songkran Festival, Lampang; Maha Songkran Isan, Nong Khai and Maha Songkran, Sukhothai.