This
marks
the
first
time
the
renowned
Yuyuan
Lantern
Festival
from
Shanghai
is
being
held
in
Thailand.
More
than
a
cultural
event,
it
symbolizes
the
strong
bond
between
Thailand
and
China
and
highlights
the
power
of
cultural
arts
to
bridge
nations
and
bring
people
of
different
backgrounds
closer
together.
It
also
reinforces
ICONSIAM’s
commitment
to
its
role
as
a
Global
Experiential
Destination,
striving
to
become
a
central
hub
for
international
artistic
collaboration
and
cultural
exchange,
offering
world-class
cultural
experiences
to
every
visitor.
With a history spanning over 100 years, the Yuyuan Lantern Festival is a crown jewel of China’s intangible cultural heritage. Its arrival in Thailand for the first time commemorates the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries. The festival is themed “Spirit of Mountains and Seas”, drawing inspiration from the ancient Chinese text Shan Hai Jing (“Classic of Mountains and Seas”) and blending it with the concept of a “Chao Phraya Island”—a magical realm along the river designed to resemble a floating island adorned with contemporary lanterns. These lanterns incorporate light, shadow, and interactive technology, with each installation appearing as a mystical island inhabited by fantastical creatures from the classic novel, celebrating the deep-rooted friendship between Thailand and China in a spectacular and imaginative way.
Beyond
the
breathtaking
lantern
installations,
visitors
can
enjoy
a
rich
program
of
cultural
activities
including
traditional
performances,
a
local
products
market,
themed
cultural
weeks,
and
an
art
exhibition.
These
activities
encourage
cross-cultural
exchange
in
art,
culture,
cuisine,
and
business
between
the
two
nations—illuminated
under
the
glow
of
lanterns
that
symbolize
the
light
of
Thai–Chinese
friendship
shining
brightly
for
the
world
to
see.
The “Spirit of Mountains and Seas · Yuyuan Lantern Festival and 2025 China–Thailand Culture Month” is open to the public free of charge. The festival runs until 15 August 2025, daily from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM, at River Park, G Floor, ICONSIAM. For more information, visit: Facebook: ICONSIAM
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