Let's visit the "Thai Yuan" Local Culture Hall in Saraburi.

This time, we invite everyone to dress in traditional Thai Yuan clothing, as ladies, lords, and gentlemen, to come and admire the beauty and take beautiful photos here. Follow us, we will take you on a tour. Don't hesitate… or you might miss out! Haha.

To fully appreciate and understand the significance of this location, let's delve into its rich history.

The Thai Yuan Folk Culture Hall in Saraburi

The Thai Yuan Folk Culture Hall in Saraburi, Thailand, was established by Professor Songchai Wannukul to preserve the heritage of the Thai Yuan ethnic group. The hall houses various artifacts and structures, including the house of the former governor of Saraburi, the house of the notorious bandit Seu Kong, antique woven fabrics, and other local artifacts.

The professor intends to create a repository of local wisdom and a learning center for the Thai Yuan ethnic group in Saraburi, who are descendants of the Lanna people who were forcibly relocated from Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai, approximately 200 years ago.

The Thai Yuan Folk Culture Hall in Saraburi and the Pasak River Folk Boat Museum serve as learning centers for the Yuan community (Yoenok, Northern Lanna people) who migrated from Chiang Saen District, Chiang Rai Province, with a total population of over 100,000 people.

Thai Yuan (pronounced "Tai-Yuan")

Do not pronounce it as "Tai-Wan."

Thai Yuan refers to the people of northern Thailand, also known as Lanna. They are a Tai ethnic group who have resided in northern Thailand for centuries. Historically, the Lanna people had various names for themselves, including Yuan, Tai, or Tai Lue, to distinguish themselves from the people of the south (meaning the Siamese). Although the Lanna people are now citizens of Thailand, they still call themselves "Khon Mueang" (meaning "people of the city") to align with the Lanna script and language, which is called "Kham Mueang." This reflects the unique identity of the Lanna people.

The area in front of the house by the water is also used to store and display over 20 different types of boats used in the Pa Sak River basin and the central region. It is called the "Pa Sak River Basin Boat Museum".

If you want to be a nobleman or a prince, don't hesitate to get on the boat and strike a cool pose. Take as many pictures as you want. However, we would like to remind you to be careful when getting on and off the boat, or you might end up being a "shipwrecked nobleman." Haha 😂

The house's structure is remarkably beautiful, reflecting the traditional Thai style of ancient times.

This location serves as a repository of local wisdom and traditional knowledge, featuring over 14 ancient Thai houses. It functions as a training ground, imparting knowledge to children and young adults to ensure the continuation of Thai Yuan cultural heritage. For decades, it has facilitated the exchange of cultural knowledge and ideas among students, academics, and the general public.

The house offers various corners for exploration, learning, and discovery. The serene atmosphere is enhanced by the presence of large trees and the house's proximity to the Pa Sak River, ensuring a cool and refreshing environment.

The top of the house is peaceful and very shady.

Household appliances of the past era

This area will showcase antique woven fabrics.

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Dressed up in a beautiful Thai Yuan outfit, I had to strike a pose like a lady. 😅😉

Is the lady beautiful? Everyone, hooray!

Every corner of the house exudes the elegance of a bygone era, offering picturesque opportunities at every turn. Photography enthusiasts will be delighted, so be sure to bring plenty of battery power for your camera. A drained battery would be a regrettable oversight.

This is one of the ancient Thai-style wooden houses at the Thai Yuan Folk Culture Hall in Saraburi.

The charm and classic allure of traditional Thai wooden houses remain captivating for modern audiences.

From the house, you can directly see the pier in front of the house.

Every corner is incredibly beautiful. No matter where you take a picture, it will look good.

Let's take a tour of the "Local Boat Museum of the Pa Sak River Basin".

Coming with a group of friends, it's going to be fun like this, you know.

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Wearing a traditional Thai outfit for a trip can be a fun and unique experience.

Ancient ships were diverse in type.

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This area is a pier and the Pa Sak River Basin Boat Museum, everyone. We can walk down to see various types of boats and sit and relax at the pier. The area is spacious and very shady.

The Pa Sak River, Your Majesty.

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For those interested, you can relax and experience the natural atmosphere along the Pa Sak River. You will also learn about the simple and peaceful way of life, the authentic culture and traditions of the Thai Yuan people, and enjoy Khao Tok meals. The accommodation is in the form of homestays. This location has also been used as a filming location for many famous dramas. Try it once and you will be impressed. Don't forget to find a beautiful Thai dress to take pictures. It will match the atmosphere. And last but not least, I would like to thank P'Namwan for the beautiful Thai Yuan dresses from the shop Kru Pim Shop (Facebook), which made everyone look beautiful, handsome, and cool in the blink of an eye.

Embracing Thai culture through traditional attire is a stylish way to experience the country's rich heritage.

That's all for today's trip. See you on the next one! 😄

Location:

The Tai-Yuan Folk Culture Hall is located at Km.3 on the Saraburi-Pak Bang Road, Ban Ton Don, Dao Ruang Subdistrict, Mueang District, Saraburi Province.

📌📌 Admission Fee: Free of charge

Directions: (Private Car)

Travel from Bangkok to Saraburi via the bypass road. Turn left towards Ban Pak Bang or Highway 3225 for approximately 3 kilometers. You will see the sign for the Cultural Center on the roadside. Upon arrival, you will first see the back of the house, as the front faces the river.

Travel by Train

1. Take the train to Saraburi Railway Station. The station is located 300 meters from Phahonyothin Road and behind the Saraburi Municipal Fresh Market.

2. From the train station, walk out to Phahonyothin Road and walk back to the bus station (approximately 1 kilometer).

3. Take the Saraburi-Pak Bang bus (สาย สระบุรี-ปากบาง) from Saraburi Bus Terminal. Buses depart approximately every 30 minutes and cost around 13 baht. Get off at the Ban Ton Tan Ancient Water Market (ตลาดต้าน้ำโบราญบ้านต้นตาล). From there, it is an approximately 850-meter walk to the Tai-Yuan Folk Culture Hall (หอวัฒนธรรมพื้นบ้านไท-ยวน). Alternatively, you can hire a taxi from the market to take you directly to the hall.

📍📍 Hidden gem... "Ban Ton Tan Ancient Floating Market", a riverside market of the Ban Ton Tan community, a Tai Yuan community. Inside the market, there are many food, clothes, and Tai Yuan products for us to shop. The market is open every Sunday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Don't forget to stop by!

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