曼谷新蒲點

曼谷生活如常遊客絡繹不絕
駱勵生

近月來，泰國首都曼谷一些地區有「反政府示威」，對泰國旅遊業難免產生一定的負面影響。若未到曼谷一行，只單憑媒體報導的話，很多人士都誤以為曼谷是一個充滿動亂、社會不安的都市，然而實情並不是這樣。為讓國際社會對曼谷的現況有進一步的瞭解，泰國政府旅遊局日前邀請了一批海外媒體到曼谷市參觀，冀通過他們親身目睹的情況，如實地向其讀者們作出翔實和準確的報導。

據本刊記者在曼谷期間所見，「示威區」只佔曼谷市內的很少位置，市內絕大部分地區及泰國其他地區均沒受「示威」影響，人民生活如常，而外國遊客亦隨處可見。事實上，絕大部分「示威者」都是和平理性的，絕不會刻意地傷害遊客。當然，作為遊客，為個人的安全着想也沒必要到「示威區」。隨着泰國政局的逐步緩和，通過受邀傳媒的如實報導，相信將會令海外遊客重拾信心，「微笑的國度」 - 泰國的旅遊業將會火鳳重生，遊客絡繹不絕！

曼谷昭拍耶河景色

Thai Capital Continue as Normal and Still Welcomed by Foreign Tourist

Although the general election in Thailand has been held, the anti-government demonstrators are continuing to campaign against as part of their call for nation reform. Some people will be considered that it may harm the tourism industry of Thailand.

For international society to know the true and real situation of Bangkok, Tourism Authority of Thailand invited the journalist aboard to Bangkok recently and hoping that they could be by their own sights to report the latest situation of Bangkok.

According to our journalist report from Bangkok that the demonstrators are taking place in the central Bangkok areas, but life in most parts of Thai capital and throughout Thailand continue as normal. All historic sites, attractions,theme parks, shopping malls, hotels, restaurants, local markets, temples and river tour remain open.

We found that Thai capital still welcomed by foreign tourist.

However, we recommend that the tourist should be avoid the demonstration areas for your own safety and security.

Mrs. Srisuda Wanapinyosak, Executive Director of East Asia Marketing Division addressed a speech to journalist from aboard

Mrs. Srisuda Wanapinyosak ( middle ) and Mr. Amnuay Thiamkeerakul, Director, East Asia Marketing Division ( left) meet with Mr. Frank Lok, Editor-in-Chief of International Link Magazine

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舊貌換新顏瞬成新蒲點

曼谷是國際的大都會，每天都在變化，都有新的發展。現向大家介紹的「曼谷新天地」(Aisatique)則是「舊貌換新顏」、「今勝昔」的成功例子。早在十九世紀初期，泰皇拉瑪五世在位期間，為提昇暹羅國在國際上的地位及促進經濟，決定與丹麥建立友好關係，在石龍軍路(Charoenkrung)一帶建造東方亞洲有限公司碼頭和倉庫，這個碼頭具有暹羅國與歐洲國家打開貿易門戶的意義。隨着時代的變遷，這些地區早已荒廢並成了舊城區。數年前，有關部門在東方亞洲有限公司所在的位置上，打造湄南河畔充滿活力的項目 – Asiatique The Riverfront，現今的「曼谷新天地」大致上有四大區域：一、石龍軍路區(Charoenkrung District)。在這條古老的街道上，擁有一千多家商店、喬路易斯小木偶劇院、卡里普索人妖秀和眾多的餐館；二、市中心區 (Town Square District)。該區面積約二千多平方米，設有國際餐館、啤酒廣場和露天活動平台等；三、工廠區 (Factory District)。在一座擁有百年歷史的鋸木廠內被設計成具現代化的氣氛，既可反映昔日人民的生活情況，亦可通過廠內五百多家新設立的時尚商店，成為現代新式的聚會地；四、河畔區 (Waterfront District)。在湄南河畔設有三百多米長的河畔走廊，在此可欣賞兩岸景色。區內還設有餐廳及酒吧設施，使區內充滿歡樂氣氛。由於河畔區估地逾一萬二千平方米，不時有演唱會、新產品推廣活動及其他活動舉行，從而更加帶動該區的人流。雖然「曼谷新天地」開業只有短短的時間，但瞬即成為曼谷的新蒲點。

「曼谷新天地」的市中心區

供應地道泰式美食的餐廳

國際美食廣場

河畔區的露天茶座

乘坐河畔區的摩天輪可飽覽昭拍耶河兩岸景色

購物區遊人如鯽、滿載而歸。

購物區令遊客留連忘返。

「曼谷新天地」擁有一千五百多家店舖

Asiatique the Riverfront – A Night Bazzar and a Mall

Back in the 1900s, during the reign of King Chulalongkorn, Asian countries were under threat of invasion from the European superpowers. With great foresight, King Chulalongkorn took the initiative to raise Siam to the level of leading countries of the world and decided to establish relations with Denmark. Included in this process was the construction of a pier belonging to the East Asiatic Company, a business dedicated to the export of teak wood and owned by Mr. Hans Nille Andersen, a Danish national. This pier signaled the beginning of international trade between the Kingdom of Siam (the former name of Thailand) and European nations and was the key to Siam maintaining the sovereignty and independence it enjoys to this day.

Today, that same area which the East Asiatic pier occupies is being restored to its original glory under the name “ASIATIQUE The Riverfront,” the first and the biggest lifestyle project in Asia on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, and soon to become Bangkok’s trendiest landmark.

Charenonkrung District

Synopsis of ASIATIQUE The Riverfront

Cultural heritage and a global lifestyle play a big role in the concept and design of

ASIATIQUE, The Riverfront. Modeled after Bangkok’s fourmajortrade districts, the project weaves together all the essential elements that define what Bangkok was, as well as redefine what it is and what it will become in the near future.

Chareonkrung District, once the old trade centre, is now a ‘new road to the country’s modernization’. Find both traditional and modern Thai culture through performing arts, Thai puppets by Joe Louis Theatre and Calypso Show as well as more than 1,000 retail shops selling Thai handicrafts, souvenirs home décor and spas.

Town Square District blends Thai and Western ways of life, with an international dining scene and sports bars. There is also space for events and activities, including sports, games and product launches

Factory District is the area for fashion showcases, a hip dining scene and shops selling all kinds of design products from clothing to gadget. The focus is on modern lifestyles born after the ‘Industrial Age’.

Waterfront District, the main highlight at ASIATIQUE,The Riverfront, is essentially the development of Bangkok’s riverside from a centre of trade to tourism. International fine-dining establishments occupy the areas along the riverbanks, while the city’s longest public boardwalk (300m) is lined with restaurants and events venues. This is also where the concerts, festivals and the New Year’s countdown celebrations take place.

ASIATIQUE, The Riverfront will be Bangkok’s first large-scale riverside project combining shopping, dining, sightseeing, activities and events under one roof. The strong cultural aspect is what sets it apart from other shopping malls. Embracing history, but avoiding the cultural clichés and traditional symbols, it strikes a balance between tradition and globalization.

Town Square District

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泰拳表演館劇目富意義

在「曼谷新天地」的「市中心區」設有一家大劇院，內有六百個座位。從今年一月中旬開始推出一齣名叫「泰拳」的劇目，該劇簡介了泰拳的起源和發展史、泰拳招式表演以及以泰拳為主線的故事。其中一段是演員在台上介紹泰拳的招式，而背後的大銀幕則以慢動作做相同的動作，令人對每個招式都留下深刻印象。最富意義的是，劇目在結尾時告知觀眾，泰拳從「泰拳之父」發展至今，無論是甚麼門派、招式有甚麼區別及有甚麼變化，但泰拳有三樣事始終沒有變更過的，那就是：一、對祖先的敬仰；二、對家族的忠烈；三、對國家榮譽的維護。以上三點，相信不單對泰拳熱愛者，即使對任何人也有很大的啟發和共鳴，從而對泰拳加深認識與敬重。

觀眾進場前，劇場設有「為觀眾留影」服務。

顯示泰拳手要「對國家聲譽的維護」。

泰拳其中一個招式。

劇中的男女主角。

The Stage 大劇院外貌

抵抗外敵

New kickboxing show“Muay Thai Live : The Legend Lives” opens in Bangkok

Bringing the origins and heroes of Thai kickboxing back to life, MUAY THAI LIVE : THE LEGEND LIVES is an epic live show that captures 300 years of Muay Thai’s history though a dazzling combination of hyper-real fights, breathtaking stunts and sweeping drama.

Created and directed by Ekachai Uekrongtham, celebrated Thai director of the award-winning film ‘Beautiful Boxer’ and the hit musical ‘Chang & Eng’, the show opens this January 15, 2014 at The Stage, Bangkok's new playhouse at the heart of Asiatique The Riverfront, Asia’s largest lifestyle, dining and entertainment complex.

THE LEGENDS OF THAI BOXING

MUAY THAI LIVE: THE LEGEND LIVES conjures up Muay Thai’s greatest heroes, from the origins to present day, in a series of tales artfully woven together.

Over the course of the show, the audience will witness a mysterious stranger defeat champions in THE TIGER IN DISGUISE; they will be amazed at the feats of Nai Khanom Tom, a chained prisoner who faces ten savage fighters in THE PRISONER WITH EIGHT LIMBS; they will tremble for General Pichai, who confronts heavily armed warriors with his bare hands in THE BROKEN SWORDS; flash-forwarding to the present, the audience will watch in awe as a kickboxing lover rescues his girlfriend from the grips of thugs -- Thai style -- in THE ACTION HERO; Finally, as the show draws to a close, the spiritual power of Muay Thai and its connection to the Thai people will be revealed in MUAY THAI FOREVER.

A WORLD-CLASS ACT

The 18-strong cast of MUAY THAI LIVE : THE LEGEND LIVES packs an incredible array of talent, including real life Muay Thai champs, black belt martial artists, professional stuntmen, extreme sports athletes and traditional Thai dancers.

To do justice to the world's most lethal martial art ("the combat sport that cannot be beaten"), Mr Uekrongtham has called upon Master Sane Tubthimtong, one of Thailand’s most respected Muay Thai masters, to choreograph the spectacular fight sequences of MUAY THAI LIVE : THE LEGEND LIVES. As the show spans three centuries, Mr. Tubthimtong has dug deep into Thailand's glorious past to recreate a wide variety of Muay Thai styles, from the beautifully choreographed Muay Thai Boran of the origins all the way to the modern high-speed, high-impact kickboxing techniques.

TOTAL ENTERTAINENT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

In addition to Thai Boxing in its many incarnations, the show also features dramatic sword-fighting, jaw-dropping stunts, some uncanny free-running moves and a blend of traditional Thai and modern dance, not to forget a touch of humour and romance.

Conceived as a family-friendly entertainment, MUAY THAI LIVE: THE LEGEND LIVES offers a rare mix of thrills and drama enhanced by a lush production which brings the glory of Thailand's cultural heritage back to life in spectacular fashion.

A BRAND NEW VENUE
MUAY THAI LIVE: THE LEGEND LIVES opens January 15, 2014 and will run at 8PM daily at The Stage, a brand new theatre at the heart of Asiatique The Riverfront, Bangkok's new tourism hotspot and Asia’s largest lifestyle and shopping complex.

Purposely built for the show, the Stage is a state-of-the-art, air-conditioned venue equipped with the latest light and sound technology and ultra-modern, comfort-minded amenities including bar, lounge, souvenir shop and private VIP areas.

“Sacrifice for Families”

Muay Thai Action

劇目其中一場景。
Muay Thai Demonstration

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互動藝術館圖像幻如真

現時世界多個城市都開設有互動藝術館，而作為國際大都會的曼谷於三月初在Esplanade大型購物中心內新開設了一家名叫ART in Paradise – Interactive Art Museum，場內有近百幅如幻如真的3D圖景，幅幅都栩栩如生，據聞是泰國與韓國的畫師聯手之作。每幅圖景既有立體效果之餘，並留有位置讓觀眾互動參與。

自該互動藝術館對外開放以來，入場觀眾川流不息、歡笑聲不絕，讓觀眾們留下美好的歡樂時光

Esplanade 是曼谷著名的大型綜合性商業中心之一

Art in Paradise Bangkok Kick off Recently

Art in Paradise, the very successful interactive attraction which started in Pattaya, is now open at Esplanade Shopping Mall on Ratchada road. Also refered by locals as the Trickeye Museum or 3D Museum, Art in Paradise is great fun for couples, friends and families to spend a few hilarious hours, especially on rainy days. Esplanade Mall is located on the outskirts of Bangkok, but the MRT station is right in front of the mall.

Located on the 4th floor of the rather quiet mall, the new 3D Art in Paradise is a shiny and spotless 2 storey gallery packed with superbly executed paintings in which visitors are invited to be part of dozens of scenes ranging from ‘stairway to hell’, 'ride a flying carpet' to the ‘Coronation of the Emperor’.

The front entrance of ART in Paradise Bangkok