Rose Garden Cultural Show
Enjoy the unique and unforgettable experience of the
world-renowned Thai Village Cultural Show. Daily, over 150 performers
vividly portray a fascinating cross-section of Thailand's culture,
heritage and way of life -- dances, ceremonies, rituals, sports and
pastimes. The 60-minute action-packed show highlights:
Thai Martial Arts:
Thai-style boxing is extremely popular in Thailand. Accompanied
by its unique ritual and ceremony, it is an art that demands a high
degree of skill and fitness. The boxers dance around with great agility
and are permitted to use - elbows, hands, feet, knees. In fact, just
about any part of their supple and well-sculpted physique.
Sword fighting, a traditional and historical form of combat for
both male and female warriors dates back over 600 years.
Thai Wedding Ceremony:
Witness a traditional Thai wedding ceremony performed according
to ancient Thai customs. It is a ceremony of pageantry, humility,
joy and splendor with all the friends and relatives of the newlyweds
participating.
Ordination Into The Monkhood:
In Thailand, young men usually spend a period of time in the
Buddhist Monkhood. To mark a young novice's entry into the monk-hood,
the Buat Naag ritual consisting of a traditional procession followed
by the ordination ceremony is performed. It is attended by the groom's
relatives and close friends who make the event, a colorful, joyful
and enjoyable occasion as the young man embarks on a period of study
and meditation
The Fingernail Dance:
The Fingernail Dance is a graceful dance which originated from
the North of Thailand. It is usually performed as a gesture of greeting
and welcome.
Dance From The North East:
A mixture of North Eastern dances which collectively and symbolically
express greetings and good luck.
Bamboo Dance:
Another North Thailand dance, which is usually performed during
the the full moon. It requires great skill, practice and timing.
Even a small slip can be very painful.
Kala Dance:
The Kala Dance comes from the southern part of Thailand. The
dance features coconut shells and reflects the importance of coconuts
in everyday village life
Yoey Dance:
From the Central Plains of Thailand. This is a dance of flirtation
and fun.
Elephants at Work:
As they still do today in the teak forests of Northern Thailand.
You will enjoy riding on them.
In addition to the unique and unforgettable
experiences of the Thai Village Cultural Show, experience the typical
rural Thai way of life in the Thai village at The Rose Garden Cultural
Centre
See villagers at work in a natural setting creating traditional
village handicrafts, weaving silk, making pottery, painting umbrellas,
making "Khon" masks, weaving mat, making traditional Thai
dolls, carving fruit and vegetables, making garlands, threshing
rice, and crafting intricate silver and laquerware.
These and many more fascinating aspects of Thai Village life are
depicted and we believe you will treasure the memories of your visit
for a long time to come.
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