🎠A Cultural Heritage Worth Preserving
The Thai Performing Arts Zone invites you to experience the beauty of traditional Thai performing arts, which have been cherished for centuries. This zone showcases iconic performances that are central to Thai culture, including Khon (masked dance-drama), traditional dance plays, Nang Yai (giant shadow puppet theater), Nang Talung (shadow puppetry), and puppet shows. Each performance is a delicate art form, telling stories through intricate movements and expressive gestures.
Additionally, this zone highlights Arts and Crafts Center project, initiated by Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, which supports the production of Thai handicrafts in various regions, turning them into sustainable livelihoods. You will discover exquisite crafts such as silver and gold work, basket weaving, pottery, and leather carving, all of which have been passed down through generations and continue to thrive today.
This zone offers you a chance to witness the unique and captivating beauty of Thai arts and performances, which are celebrated and respected worldwide. It stands as a cultural heritage that deserves to be preserved and shared, keeping the spirit of Thai tradition alive for future generations.