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October 13, 2011

Chiang Mai cleans up after flood, gears up for tourist season

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The latest situation on the Chiang Mai floods.

“Flooding in the northern Thai city of Chiang Mai has gone and roads have been cleared.”

CHIANG MAI, 7 October 2011 (NNT) – The northern province of Chiang Mai is now under renovation after the flood has subsided while preparations are being made ahead of the upcoming tourist season and special events late this year.

During a meeting to evaluate the local flood situation and the rehabilitation effort at the Chiang Mai Municipal Office, Chiang Mai Governor ML Panadda Disakul stressed to all relevant agencies to expedite the repair of damages on the utility system and provide assistance for people in need.

In the wake of the disaster, the Governor placed his priority on readying the province for the approaching Loy Krathong Festival and the Royal Flora Ratchaphruek during the high travel season later this year.

On this occasion, the Chiang Mai Municipality presented ML Panadda cash donation of over 170,000 THB acquired from local residents to be used on helping flood victims in the central region. The money was forwarded to the Government via Pheu Thai MP for Chiang Mai Tassanee Buranupakorn, who conveyed Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra’s appreciation for the joint effort by related officials and the general public to tackle the recent flood problem.

Reporter : Surapan Laotharanarit
News Date : 07 October 2011

Yeepeng Lanna International Abandon the mundane. Let go of the predictable. Take a trip outside the box.

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If you are looking for a fun holiday in Thailand that goes beyond the usual shopping, sightseeing and exhaustive activity-packed tour programs, then Yeepeng Lanna International might be just what you are looking for.

A truly rewarding overseas holiday does not have to be exhausting nor expensive. Every year, Thais and foreign guests come to Sansai District of Chiang Mai to witness and participate in “Yeepeng Lanna,” the cultural event of releasing floating lanterns into the winter sky on a full-moon night.

This year, the world-renowned event is going to be different. For the first time, a one-day Yeepeng Lanna International cultural program will be arranged for foreign visitors on the 9th of November 2011 at Tudongkhasathan Lanna – the site of the annual festival. The sweet scent of flowers and candles as well as the spirit of serenity that exists at Tudongkhasathan Lanna will add a brilliant touch to the amazing ambience.

“Brighten the World Brighten the Mind”

The program, which starts in the evening, will allow you to savor the sight of warm smiles and hospitality of northern Lanna people, and a chance to dine on delicious northern cuisine known as “Kantok” while enjoying traditional Thai dance performances. Then you will find yourself captivated by the picturesque scene of thousands of floating lanterns glittering the evening sky.

Just before the release of the floating lanterns, you will have the chance to immerse yourself in total peace and serenity from a short practical lesson on meditation to be given by Buddhist monks. Afterwards, they will recite traditional prayers and give blessings to wish everyone – regardless of nationality, race and faith – happiness, great health and prosperity.

For those wishing to learn more about meditation, the program can be extended by seven more days to include practical lessons provided in English by trained teaching monks. The additional program called will take place in the beautiful hills of Chiang Mai where you will relish the sight of picturesque gardens, the taste of healthy meals and the clean fresh air.

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