Rimmer Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 Buffalo races thrill crowds at Lake Mabprachan Reservoir PATTAYA: -- Traditional buffalo racing came to Pattaya with a festival complete with parade, folk dancing, and horse competitions at Lake Mabprachan. Culture Minister Sukumol Kunplome and Nongprue Mayor Mai Chaiyanit opened the Aug. 21 event sponsored by the Tourism Authority of Thailand to bring buffalo races, popular for decades in Chonburi, to the Pattaya area. Water buffalos proved to be remarkably quick, but alas lost most of the head to head races against riders on horseback during the races recently held at Mabprachan reservoir. The popular event, usually held in November with the annual longboat races, always draws a large crowd of fun-loving fans. On the banks of the reservoir, cheerleaders from Kaan Aacheep School danced, burly men competed in tug of war games and, in the centerpiece attraction, miniature and large buffalos raced for glory. The races offered five awards with prizes ranging from 2,000 to 7,000 baht. Full story and pictures HERE -- Pattaya Mail 2011-09-02 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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