Hua Hin International Kite Festival
(an annual event in March). With each subsequent year, the Hua Hin International Kite Festival attracts an ever-growing number of devoted kite fans, participants and spectators, from all over Thailand as well as from countries around the region, and beyond. The colourful kite festival thus presents a golden opportunity for visitors to savour the international flavour of kite culture in a single trip. The festival is usually held at Rama IV Camp during March.
Typical program of the festival
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Displays and demonstrations of Thai kites and demonstrations of Chula and Pakpao kites.
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An international showcase of kites
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Sales of local products and handicrafts promoted under the OTOP (One Tambon One Product)
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Staged 'kite-fighting' battles featuring the larger star-shaped Chula kite and the smaller diamond-shaped Pakpao kite
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Demonstrations of kite-fighting as a team sport
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Displays and demonstrations of stunt kites
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Art contests and popular kite contest
