Goosebumps Festival, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province
The biggest goosebumps festival is held in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province, creating a spooky atmosphere in the old city.
On October 10, 2024, at Wat Worachet, Ban Pom Subdistrict, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province, at 6:00 p.m., Ayutthaya hosted the “Goosebumps Festival” for the first time. Mr. Kokchai Chairasmikul, Deputy Governor of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province, gave a welcome speech, and Ms. Thapanee Kiatpaiboon, Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand, joined in opening the Goosebumps Festival. The opening day of the event was attended by heads of government agencies, state enterprises, the media, and the general public.
The “Goosebumps Festival” aims to promote historical and cultural tourism through goosebumps stories and local beliefs. The event features a recreation of important historical sites to create a goosebumps atmosphere, adding to the excitement for tourists who love supernatural stories. The main activities of the festival include a walking tour of ghost stories in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province, such as Wat Mahathat and Wat Chaiwatthanaram, which have been passed down through the ages. In addition, there will be a stage play featuring historical stories mixed with locally famous goosebumps stories. The event also features a local food zone. And souvenir shops designed in a creepy theme. Tourists can also join in the activity of trying out ghost stories in a real atmosphere or watch carefully selected horror movies.
The organization of the "Hair-raising Festival of the Ancient Capital, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya" this time is the first time that Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province has had the opportunity to host a unique and outstanding tourism event like this. "Hair-raising Festival of the Ancient Capital, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya" will be an important driving force to stimulate tourism in the province, generating income for local entrepreneurs, which will clearly help strengthen the regional economy. In addition, organizing the event under the theme of the charming atmosphere of the ancient capital, a world heritage city with a long history, is a way to present the province in a new perspective to both Thai and foreign tourists. It shows that Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province is not only a historical tourist destination, but also full of culture, traditions, and stories worth exploring, which is in line with the concept of the "Hair-raising Festival of the Ancient Capital, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya: Traveling to Test Your Heart" event, which perfectly combines stories of Thai faith with local culture.
Mr. Kachai Chairasmikul also added that as the host, he would like to welcome all tourists with joy and willingness. Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province is fully prepared to make this event a memorable experience for everyone, allowing them to experience the charm of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province in a different perspective from before. And I sincerely hope that this festival will help promote Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province as another important tourist destination in Thailand. #100 ways to travel