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2026.02.24 17:42 GMT+8

Bangkok's Chinatown blooms with New Year spirit in Year of the Horse

Updated 2026.02.24 17:42 GMT+8
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The iconic Yaowarat Road, also known as Chinatown, in Bangkok, Thailand is bathed in a sea of vibrant red as it celebrates the Year of the Horse. /CGTN

The iconic Yaowarat Road, also known as Chinatown, in Bangkok, Thailand is bathed in a sea of vibrant red as it celebrates the Year of the Horse. /CGTN

The iconic Yaowarat Road, also known as Chinatown, in Bangkok, Thailand is bathed in a sea of vibrant red as it celebrates the Year of the Horse. /CGTN

The iconic Yaowarat Road, also known as Chinatown, in Bangkok, Thailand is bathed in a sea of vibrant red as it celebrates the Year of the Horse. /CGTN

The iconic Yaowarat Road, also known as Chinatown, in Bangkok, Thailand is bathed in a sea of vibrant red as it celebrates the Year of the Horse. /CGTN

Bangkok's iconic Yaowarat Road, also known as Chinatown, is bathed in a sea of vibrant red as it celebrates the Year of the Horse, blending Chinese cultural traditions with Southeast Asian charm.

Stretching along the street, countless vendors' stalls are brimming with festive essentials: couplets emblazoned with golden Chinese calligraphy, glowing red lanterns and adorable plush toys themed on the horse zodiac sign. These vibrant displays have become a major draw, attracting both international tourists and local residents to the joyous atmosphere.

The area's distinctive bilingual Chinese-Thai storefronts further highlight the deep cultural integration that defines this historic district. As the Year of the Horse celebrations unfold, Yaowarat Road showcases how Chinese New Year traditions continue to thrive alongside local Thai culture.

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