Thailand Pavilion

Date: 2012.04.13 | Category: National Pavilions | Tags: China,Chinese,Expo,Expo 2010 Maps,Grand Palace,Imperial,SHANGHAI

Thailand Pavilion

The Thailand pavilion, is one of the seven top pavilions in the entire expo, and has three separate chambers. While interchanging three groups numerous of people around the building, visitors may sense and briefly experience the beauties and wonders of the country. In front of the building are colossal statues, one, of a divine Thai mythical Giant, “Intarachit” (Indrajit) commonly seen guarding Thai temples and sacred areas in Thailand and the other, a Celestial Chinese Imperial General Sculpture, Royal gifts from previous Chinese emperors found all over the Grand Palace in Thailand. These two statues represent meaningfully, the long-lasting relational bond between the two friendly, and welcoming nations. The two robust figures soon lead into a miniature outdoor gallery, surrounded by water features and a traditional Naga fountain; where the host may entertain waiting visitors by teaching simple Thai vocabulary before entering the pavilion. Within the first chamber is a four-sided screen with rainwater features, where foreigners may view the way of life and Thai culture in any position in the room. Below the screen is a water theme, featuring projected lotus ponds and other objects relating to the movie screened above. Giving the wonderful impression of a “Thai” environment. The penultimate chamber involves the projection of a 360° clip, explaining Thai history and the four eras of prosperity, from the Sukhothai era, when King Ramkhamhaeng the Great invented the Thai alphabet to the present Rattanakosin Kingdom where His Royal Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the world’s longest reigning monarch ameliorates his forever proud country. While traveling in time between eras, ravishing art designs of the specific era or “Lai Thai”, magically decorate the plain pillars around to room. An immense traditional statue of the mythical giant, “Yhak” locates next to the screen and begins moving and interacting with the screen as the movie starts playing. The last assembly room includes a 3D movie about tourism in Thailand, which features Siam Paragon, one of the largest shopping complexes in Southeast Asia, along with its “Siam Ocean World”, the present largest aquarium in Southeast Asia, beautiful beaches and scrumptious tropical fruits as well. Along the perimeter of the pavilion locates delectable Thai cuisine, provided by Thai Airways, one of the founders of “Star Alliance” and a Souvenir Shop, tight-packed with delicate collectables. The exterior of the building is decorated with Thai decorations and traditional roofs and delicate designs. Furthermore, on the exterior of the edifice, is a Thai-style pavilion, where talented Thai dancers may perform for the waiting audience.

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Thailand Pavilion (Zeping-Yang)

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Thailand Pavilion

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Overview of the illuminated Thailand Pavilion

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Overview of the illuminated Thailand Pavilion

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Thailand Pavilion at night

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Thailand Pavilion Illuminated

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Gazebo in Thailand Pavilion

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Thailand Pavilion Entrance

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Thailand Pavilion Expo 2010

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Inside the Thailand Pavilion

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Pre model of The Thai Gaint

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Pre model of The Thai Gaint

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Nong Tai and The Thai Gaint

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Fountain

Originally posted 2010-09-03 04:00:59.

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