The Royal Thai Consulate General in Guangzhou joins in organizing the 2024 Loy Krathong Festival at Nansha Waterfowl Park, Guangzhou.
The Royal Thai Consulate General in Guangzhou joins in organizing the 2024 Loy Krathong Festival at Nansha Waterfowl Park, Guangzhou.
On November 16, 2024, the Royal Thai Consulate in Guangzhou together with the Thai Language Department of the Guangdong Faculty of Southeast Asian Studies Nansha Waterfowl Park University of Languages and Foreign Trade and Thai students in Guangdong Province Organized the 2024 Loy Krathong Festival at the Bird Park – Nansha water, Guangzhou, under the name of the event “Thai culture River Loi Krathong Happiness to the World” which aimed at strengthening Thai-Chinese relations and spreading the intangible cultural heritage of Thailand.More than 150 people attended the event, consisting of the Thai team and their families to Thai students in Guangdong Province Chinese Student, Thai Language Department and Chinese people interested in Thai culture University administrators/teachers
At this time, Ms. Phopote Changyao, Deputy Consul General, Acting Consul General in Guangzhou, joined to speak at the opening ceremony, emphasizing the intangible cultural heritage of the Loy Krathong tradition in in Thailand. which has been with Thai society for many centuries and is now more known among foreigners He also invited Chinese attendees to travel to Thailand to experience both Loy Krathong and other Thai traditions.
At the 2024 Loy Krathong Festival, Thai and Chinese participants took part in activities such as a demonstration of making krathongs. Taste Thai food and drinks Watch cultural performances and Miss Noppamas, Ramwong, and Loy Krathong competition Activities at the event are a great collaboration between Thai students in Guangdong Province and Chinese students from the Thai Language Department. This is in line with the goal of raising awareness of the Loy Krathong tradition among the Chinese people in Guangzhou. Including strengthening the relationship between Thai and Chinese students.
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**What specific examples from the festival highlight the successful blending of Thai and Chinese cultural elements, fostering intercultural understanding?**
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## Interview: Celebrating Thai Culture and Friendship at the 2024 Loy Krathong Festival in Guangzhou
**Introduction**
Welcome to World Today News! Today, we’re delighted to have two esteemed guests joining us to discuss the recent 2024 Loy Krathong Festival held in Guangzhou, China.
Our first guest is Ms. Xin Li, a Guangzhou resident and attendee of the festival.
And our second guest is Dr. AriyaThanawatchai, a specialist in Thai-Chinese cultural exchange from the Southeast Asian Studies Department at Guangdong University of Foreign Studies.
Let’s begin.
**Section I: The Significance of Loy Krathong**
* **Ms. Li, could you share your firsthand experience of the festival? What aspect of Loy Krathong resonated most with you?**
* **Dr. Thanawatchai, can you elaborate on the historical and cultural significance of Loy Krathong for the Thai people?**
* **How does celebrating Loy Krathong abroad contribute to intercultural understanding and friendship?**
**Section II: The Thai-Chinese Connection at the Festival**
* **Ms. Li, did the festival offer opportunities to learn more about Thai culture? If so, what were some of the most memorable moments for you?**
* **Dr. Thanawatchai, what role do events like this play in strengthening ties between Thailand and China?**
* **How can similar cultural exchanges help bridge gaps and foster understanding between different nations?**
**Section III: Reflections and Looking Ahead**
* **Ms. Li, what are your thoughts on the success of the festival? Do you see events like this growing in popularity in the future?**
* **Dr. Thanawatchai, what are some of the key takeaways from this year’s celebration in Guangzhou?**
* **What future initiatives could further promote cultural exchange between Thailand and China?**
**Conclusion**
We’d like to express our sincere gratitude to Ms. Li and Dr. Thanawatchai for sharing their valuable insights.
The 2024 Loy Krathong Festival in Guangzhou serves as a beautiful reminder of the power of cultural exchange in promoting understanding and fostering lasting friendships between nations.
