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A Scene in the Life: The Akha Hilltribe
People
(April 14, 2004, Chiang Rai Hill Tribe Development
and Welfare Center, Mae Chan District, Chiang
Rai)
Famous for its rolling landscape of mountains,
Chiang Rai Province is populated with several
ethnic groups of hilltribe people.
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and
related agencies in Chiang Rai jointly organize
a light and sound show on January 24, 2004,
at Chiang Rai Hill Tribe Development and Welfare
Center, Mae Chan District, Chiang Rai.
Chiang Rai, the northernmost province of Thailand,
is known for its refreshing cool climate, its
pristine natural beauty and colourful culture
and traditions. Its mountainous slopes and
valleys are home to several ethnic groups and
tribal residents who have continued to maintain
their distinctive cultural identity and indigenous
way of life. The mystical Golden Triangle,
an area where the borders of Thailand, Lao
PDR and Myanmar converge, has captivated the
attention and imagination of many. Chiang Rai
is also one of Thailand's gateways to the neighbouring
countries.
Highlights:
• Gain insight into the way of life and
charm of the fabled Akha hilltribe
• Savour delicious hill tribe dishes
in a forest setting
• A Scene In The Life: The Akha Hilltribe
People Light-and-Sound Show. The 30-minute
show depicts the culture and way of life of
the Akha hilltribe people and is performed
by Akha hilltribe residents from nearby Saen
Suk village. The buildings which are part of
the set have also been constructed by the Akha
people.
• Cultural shows
• Akha children's games
• Dinner al fresco
• Sales of handmade crafts and souvenirs
by hilltribe villagers
Presentation Schedule:
January 24, 2004
February 7, 2004
March 27, 2004
April 14, 2004
Showtime: 5.30 pm – 8.30 pm
Admission fees: 290 Baht (inclusive of the
performance and dinner)
Foreign language narration English (Please
request in advance. No earphones.) Pamphlets
in Chinese, German and French available for
reference.
Reservations:
TAT Northern Regional Office: Area 2 (Chiang
Rai)
Tel. 0-5374 4674 - 5, 0-5371 7433
Fax: 0-5371 7434
E-mail: tatchrai@tat.or.th
The Chiang Rai Tourist Business Association
Tel: 0-5371 1339, 0-5371 3918
Fax: 0-5371 3963
Development and Support Centre for Hilltribe
People of Chiang Rai Pa Sang Subdistrict, Mae
Chan District, Chiang Rai province
Tel: 0-5366 0360
Exclusive shows for special guests, private
groups or tour groups can be arranged upon
request. The minimum fee for an exclusive presentation
is 19,000 Baht per show (excluding dinner) |
