Thais have fallen in love with Valentine’s Day for its charm that is so refreshing in many ways.
In the modern, fast-paced lifestyle, the festival of love serves as a short break for couples to spend time together, and do simple but cute activities like having a meal, picnicking, exchanging gifts, or going on trips.
Even families, groups of friends, or even single people can enjoy this festive atmosphere thanks to department stores and various business sectors that never miss the opportunity to be a part of this joyful occasion by offering products, services and promotions tailored to all kinds of love, self-love included.
When it comes to Valentine’s Day in Thailand, it will feel like you are wearing pink lenses all the time because the streets and buildings are decorated with pink and red hearts.
People are smiling. Some are enjoying a meal. Some walk, holding hands or a large teddy bear, some with a bouquet of roses, or a box of chocolate.
If you have the opportunity to spend time with your special someone in Thailand during Valentine’s Day, you will find countless choices of lovely, fun and memorable activities.
Let’s begin with the essential, flowers.
You can go straight to Pak Khlong Talat.
At this vintage flower market, you can shop for flowers early in the morning or take photos with those fragrant blossoms.
Although during the Valentine’s week the price of flowers will go up as the demand increases, the large flower market of Pak Khlong Talat will surely have what you are looking for.
You may consider going to a temple. It may not sound romantic, but Thais believe that making merit, praying, or listening to Buddhist teachings together will strengthen the love of couples or even if they are separated, fate will reunite them.
Alternatively, you may pay homage to the Trimurti Shrine at Ratchaprasong Intersection.
The Trimurti is the triad of the three supreme gods of Hinduism: Lord Brahma (the Creator), Lord Vishnu (the Protector) and Lord Shiva (the Destroyer).
A number of Thais worship the Trimurti as the god of fertility who brings good luck in health, work, finance, and particularly love.
During the festival of love, single people will go there hoping that the God will help them find their soul mates.
Those who are already married also pray for their love to be strong.
If you are more adventurous, try celebrating Valentine’s Day or registering your marriage underwater at Trang Underwater Wedding Ceremony.
Married couples are also welcomed to relive their big day in a different way.