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Royal Floral Ratchaphruek
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How would you like to eat lunch in Indonesia, underneath a pavilion, inspired by Balinese architecture, surrounded by lush greenery, with the feeling that your were days away from civilisation? Shortly there after you could take a hop, skip and a jump and end up in Bhutan. Impossible, you say? Nay, possible! If and only if you take the small journey south on Canal road the Royal Floral Ratchapruek. It may be only five or so kilometres away from the din of motorbikes, but upon entering the grounds you get the feeling that your have been transported into a botanical wonderland that is otherworldly.
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Originally, the Royal Flora Ratchaphruek (which means “Golden Shower tree” in Thai) was a celebration of the 60th year of King Bhumipol’s ascension to the throne. It took place 1 November 2006 through 31 January 2007. The festival drew literally millions of visitors. Now, the festival may have long since ended; however, the gardens are still as immaculate as ever, meticulously maintained so that all may marvel at their beauty.
The floral park is divided into a handful of different areas, some of the highlights include the
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Corporate Gardens and the International Gardens, both of which are considered Gardens for the King, and the Ho Kham Royal Pavilion. The Corporate Gardens are funded by state entities, private domestic or multinational corporations as a way to showcase green technologies and growing techniques. The International Gardens, briefly mentioned above, are present from 30 nations to the king. All of the International Gardens are jaw-dropping, though few stand out above the rest including the Bhutanese, Japanese and Indonesian gardens.
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The Ho Kham Royal Pavilion is the centrepiece of the Expo. It is designed in the Lanna (Northern Thai) traditional style of architecture. The designs of the gold leaf paint it nearly blinding in the right sunlight. The sculptures of the Singha are ivory white and stand in all of their majesty on guard. As a structure, the pavilion is a stunning tribute to the King, though on the inside there is also respect paid to his accomplishments as leader of the Thais.
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If you are feeling tired of the scuffling streets of Chiang Mai, taking the trip to the Royal Flora Ratchaphruek is what you need.
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Royal Flora Ratchaphruek 2011 |
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 December 16th, 2012 to March 14th, 2012 | |
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The grand celebration of Royal Flora Ratchaphruek 2011 will be held again from16 December 2011 t |
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