The nine-day fair, the third of its kind, takes place at
Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden in Mae Rim district, Chiang Mai province, from 1-9
December 2012.
According to the Deputy Director of the Botanical Garden
Organization, Mrs. Suyanee Vessabutr, visitors to the fair will see many rare
plant species. There are also several interesting activities, such as garden
decorating, cooking with the use of indigenous vegetables, concerts in the
garden, and sales of community products, plants, and vegetables.
The fair also aims to encourage the people to be aware of
environmental preservation. Free shuttle bus is available in front of the Mae
Rim District Office to facilitate the travel of visitors to the fair.
There are many botanic gardens in different parts of
Thailand where people can appreciate and study nature, especially plant
varieties. But the most famous one is Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden, which
serves as a center of Thai flora for botanical study and research, and its
other role, as a tourist attraction, is also significant.
A five-year plan has been worked out to develop Queen
Sirikit Botanic Garden into a leading garden in Southeast Asia by 2017.
Emphasis is placed on making the garden more attractive, providing both
pleasure and knowledge to visitors.
Situated on a forest area of 2,600 acres on the edge of
Doi Suthep-Pui National Park, Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden was established by
the Botanical Garden Organization, which was set up in 1992, coinciding with
the 60th birthday celebrations of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit. It is designed to
meet world-class standards in rendering services concerning biodiversity and
environmental conservation. Another objective is to provide a recreational
place for the public to enjoy and learn more about their “green heritage.”
Recognized as the oldest and foremost botanical garden in
Thailand, Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden comprises modern layouts and facilities.
For instance, in the glasshouse complex, visitors may enjoy displays of plants
from tropical rainforests. Computerized temperature control ensures that all
plants thrive in a suitable environment. Conservation projects also include
work with endangered native Thai orchids and palms.
The garden has an integrated program of research and
education, aimed at putting its work in a global perspective, as well. Apart
from being a perfect venue for environmental and conservation studies, the
garden also serves as a reference collection for local and overseas scientists.
It expects to welcome more local and international visitors.
(thailand.prd.go.th)
The 3rd Botanical Garden Fair
Queen Sirkit Botanic Gardens will offer many beautiful and rare plants for
garden lovers at the fair.
The Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden will be holding their 3rd Botanical Garden
Fair during December 1-9, 2012 at the Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden, Mae Rim District,
Chiang Mai, from 9 am to 5 pm Admission is free on Saturday and Sunday, the
Garden closes at 6 pm.
Dr. Suyanee Wetsabutr, Deputy Director of the Botanical Garden
Organization, said the event is intended to honor His Majesty the King on the
auspicious occasion of His birthday on December 5, 2012.
There will be many educational activities, beautiful plants and flowers
along with a workshop on cooking local vegetables, making cards with dried
plants, miniature orchids, giant fireflies and a bouquet making contest.
Elementary and middle school students from various schools will offer Music in
the Garden every Saturday - Sunday Music in the Garden. Additionally there will
be a variety of goods for sale.
A free shuttle bus to the Botanical Garden Fair will run on December 1, 2,
3, 6, 7, 8 December at Mae Rim District office and 4-5 December at Rim Tai
School. The first bus to starts at 10 am and the last bus at 4 pm For more
information, visit the Information and Public Relations Phone 053-841234 and www.qsbg.org.
(chiangmai-mail.com)