Thailand's Wat Arun and Yi Peng Festival Named "World Night View Heritage" Sites

Thailand's famous Wat Arun temple in Bangkok and the Yi Peng Festival in Chiang Mai have been declared "World Night View Heritage" sites. The honor was awarded at the Japan Night View Tourism Summit 2024, held in Bangkok. The summit served to emphasize Thailand’s historic and cultural appeal.

Wat Arun, located beside the Chao Phraya River, is well-known for its stunning night time lights. At night, the temple's main tower, adorned with bright porcelain, becomes a dazzling attraction from evening till morning. This holy site attracts thousands of visitors each year, making numerous appearances in international films as a symbol of Thailand's tourism.

The Yi Peng Festival, a significant event in the northern province of Chiang Mai, is popular for its captivating lantern release. In sync with the national Loi Krathong Festival, Yi Peng presents a beautiful display of sky lanterns floating into the night, creating a mesmerizing sight. Steeped in Lanna culture, the festival also includes cultural parades and entertaining activities organized by the local government and several communities.

The “World Night View Heritage” title is granted by the YAKEI Convention and Visitors Bureau, endorsing globally recognized tourist attractions famous for their nighttime splendor. The summit, which was held outside Japan for the first time in seven years, drew attendees from multiple organizations who talked about the future of night view tourism.

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-- 2024-07-30

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