The World Sand Sculpture Festival in Samui Thailand

If you want something for the kids in Samui (or even for you) then head over to Srisothorn Road, Chachoengsao Provincial Center for the World Sand Sculpture Festival which is being held in Thailand for the first time ever.

The World Sand Sculpture Festival is the largest indoor sand sculpting event in the world and has previously been held in several European countries including France, Belgium, The Netherlands, Germany, the United Kingdom and Denmark. It was started 14 years ago and has become quite popular since then, but has never been held in Asia. This years stop in Samui Thailand marks the first time the event has been outside Europe.

The event covers almost 5 acres and will feature over 80 sand sculptures by 70 artists from around the world. An amazing 40,000 tons of sand is being used to create the sand sculptures.

Three zones have been created for the sculptures as follows:

The Royal Projects Zone
The sand sculptures in this zone depict themes related to Royal Projects initiated by His Majesty the King of Thailand and reflect the extraordinary achievements of His Majesty the King of Thailand during the 60 years of his glorious reign.

The Thai History and Thai Literature Zone
The collection of 11 sand sculptures on display in the tent draw their inspiration from Thai history and characters depicted in Thai literature.

The International Sand Sculpture Zone
These masterpieces by sculptors representing 13 participating countries capture the magnificence of a selection of famous landmarks from around the world including the Great Wall of China, the Eiffel Tower and the Statue of Liberty.

The World Sand Sculpture Festival in Samui will last for 4 months from November 28, 2007 – March 28, 2008.

Opening Hours:
Monday to Friday: 10.00 – 19.00
Saturday and Sunday: 09.00 – 20.00
Public holidays: 08.00 – 22.00

Admission Fee
80 baht for adults; 40 baht for children

Don’t miss this chance to see some incredible sand sculptures. I know if I was in or near Samui I would be going for sure. It’s the only way for me to enjoy sand sculpture since I can’t even make a simple sand castle on the beach, but even adults can dream.

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