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Cultural

shows

Thailand provides many cultural shows for and features performances like Chinese
visitors wanting to experience the vibrant ballads, Japanese geisha dancing and
culture of the country. The Rose Garden in traditional Thai dances from four regions.
Bangkok has 14 different shows with over 150 Approximately 150km south from Bangkok is
performers in beautiful, traditional costumes. Tiffany’s Show Pattaya, renowned globally as
People and animals are brought to life on stage the fourth best show in Thailand. Their acts
to enhance the realism of the act. Another well are extravagant and incorporate aspects of vari-
known production in Bangkok is the Siam ous different cultures from around the world.
Niramit show, set on the highest stage in the Further down south in Phuket is where you can
city, equipped to accommodate 2,000 people. catch a stunning performance at the famous
This show consists of three acts that highlight Phuket Simon Cabaret.
the histories of the different regions of Thai-
land, the beliefs that Thais hold strongly, and While in Phuket, you can also take a trip to
the festivals that residents celebrate Phuket FantaSea, a cultural theme park with
dearly; all of which make for a well-rounded a state-of-the-art theatre that displays an
cultural experience. When in Bangkok, award-winning cultural production. However,
don’t forget to also check out puppet shows if you travel up north to Chiang Mai, definitely
and performances of classical stories at book a ticket to the original Khantoke Dinner
Aksra Theatre. Show at Old Chiangmai Cultural Center to
learn more about the exquisite Lanna culture
For an exotic Thai experience, you can enjoy a of Northern Thailand.
cabaret show. In Bangkok, the Calypso Cabaret
at ASIATIQUE The Riverfront is one of the best,

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