Watching a Thai Likay
Written by Richard Barrow   
Likay Likay

The next time you are in Thailand, you might have the opportunity to watch a likay. This is a kind of outdoors entertainment that is put on to please the masses. It is what people used to watch in the old days before the era of television and soap operas. There is plenty of fun and laughter but also plenty of singing. It is easy to spot a likay from a mile away. First there are the very bright lights and extremely loud sound system. Then when you get nearer you will notice the actors are wearing brightly coloured costumes that twinkle under the lights. These shows are often put on for free at funerals or other events. If you like a particular actor or actress you can give them a garland of paper money.

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Market Train in Maeklong
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Market on the train tracks Train passing through the market

When the Maeklong train arrives in Samut Songkhram, market vendors have to quickly pull back their produce and awnings to allow the train to pass. The train doesn't stop and they have to be quick if they don't want to get run over.

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Thai Flag Game
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relay race relay race

This traditional Thai game is popular with Thai youth. It is basically a relay race where two teams start at opposite ends of a course. They then have to race to a pole and back again before handing over the "flag" to their next team member. The winning team is the one that can catch up with their opponents.

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