Although the majority of population in Thailand
is Buddhists, the Thai people keenly take part in Christmas
celebrations in Thailand. Christmas is not a public holiday in
Thailand. However, the festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm.
The 'fun' element of the festive season is reflected in the eyes of
the enthusiastic schoolchildren in Thailand, who celebrate the
festival by singing, dancing and by playing various Christmas party
games on Christmas. Here are some more interesting facts about
Christmas celebrations in Thailand.
Christmas in Bangkok, the capital and the economic, political and
social centre of Thailand, is celebrated with the display of glowing
city lights and attractive Christmas decorations. Stalls selling
Christmas goodies and decorations are opened up as Christmas
approaches. Christmas lights by the roadside in Bangkok is a visual
treat for the Thai people at Christmas. Christmas songs are played
in shopping malls all through the Christmas day and people dress up
as Santa Claus. Beautifully decorated Christmas trees are also set
up along the roadside of many streets.
