Central Pattana invites everyone to celebrate the beauty of Thai art and culture presented through nine Christmas trees collectively called "The Magical Thai Pride", which are displayed at branches of Central shopping centres. Hailed as the world's only Christmas tree series showcasing a uniquely Thai identity and crafted by artisan communities across the country, this year's initiative pays tribute to HM Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, honouring her lifelong dedication to the preservation of Thai arts, crafts and community development. The "Festival of Lights: Batik Christmas" at Central Hatyai celebrates Southern batik artistry and amplifies Songkhla's creative identity; the "Coco Christmas Tree: Praw Rasa" at Central Surat Thani is crafted from coconut shells and woven materials; while "Ton Mok Panwa" at Central Chiangrai is made of intricately woven bamboo. "Weaving The Future, Embracing The Origin" at Central Chiangmai Airport is a contemporary woven-craft Christmas tree honouring Lanna artisans; "The Rose In Heaven" at Central Korat is sculpted from iconic Dan Kwian clay and decorated with 93 handcrafted roses; and the "Gift Of Wisdom Tree" at Central Chonburi features traditional Phanat Nikhom bamboo weaving. Inspired by Thai orchids, the "Salaya Melody Of Orchid" at Central Salaya transforms floral beauty into a poetic melody celebrating love, nature and serenity, while the "Fleur De Sel Christmas Tree" at Central Mahachai highlights Thailand's coastal salt-making heritage.

Source: Bangkok Post December 22, 2025 05:43 UTC