EVENT : VIJIT CHAO PHRAYA 2024: A DAZZLING SPECTACLE ILLUMINATING BANGKOK’S ICONIC RIVERFRONT

(An immersive festival of light, culture, and creativity along the Chao Phraya River, leveraging Thailand’s rich heritage through strong public-private partnerships)

TTT NEWS NETWORK

KOLKATA, 16 NOVEMBER 2024:

The Ministry of Tourism and Sports, through the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and key partners, proudly presents Vijit Chao Phraya 2024, a stunning light and cultural showcase along the Chao Phraya River.

From 16 November to 15 December, Bangkok’s riverfront will come alive nightly, with 7 iconic landmarks across 14 key locations illuminated by light displays, laser shows, projection mapping, Thai cultural performances, and fireworks as part of the “Thailand Winter Festivals” celebration.

Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, TAT Governor, said “This spectacular event supports Thailand’s goal to become one of the world’s top five tourism revenue-generating destinations, leveraging our rich cultural heritage through strong public-private partnerships. We aim to generate at least 600 million Baht, boost local tourism income, and encourage extended stays along the Chao Phraya River.”

Highlights of Vijit Chao Phraya 2024 Include:

• Rama VIII Bridge: Light and sound displays with laser artistry and musical accompaniment (16 November – 15 December, 6 shows daily).
• Royal Navy Institute: Dynamic laser displays and soundscapes (16 November – 15 December, 6 shows daily).
• Wat Arun: Awe-inspiring light and drone display celebrating the temple’s heritage (16, 17 November and 15 December, 1 show daily; 24 November and 1, 8 December, 2 shows daily).
• Wat Kalayanamitr: Laser shows, cultural performances, and fireworks (16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 November and 1, 5, 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15 December, 2 shows daily).
• Sunanthalai Building (Rajini School): Projection mapping with light and sound (16 November – 15 December, 6 shows daily).

• Memorial Bridge (Phra Phuttha Yodfa): Illumination, lasers (16 November – 15 December, 6 shows daily; and fireworks (16, 22, 23, 29, 30 November and 5, 6, 7, 13, 14 December, 1 show daily).
• Abandoned Building at Soi Lhong 1919: A dramatic light and sound spectacle (16 November – 15 December, 6 shows daily).

These free-to-attend performances can be enjoyed from various riverfront locations daily from 16 November to 15 December 2024, between 18:00 – 22:00 hrs.