LITTLE EUROPE IN BANGKOK
Little Europe in Bangkok – Thailand
Central Chidlom invites those in love with Europe to the “Central European Flair” featuring the best of European cultures, arts, architecture and products from March 6-25.
Held in collaboration with the embassies of Italy, the United Kingdom and France, the cultural fair presents the overall mood and tone within the department store in a truly European atmosphere with decoration in the form of famous architecture and landmarks from Europe.
Among the highlights are stunning replicas of Italy’s Leaning Tower of Pisa at the Lobby Lounge on the 1st floor, France’s Eiffel Tower rising elegantly from the Piano Hall to the 7th floor and the UK’s Big Ben Clock Tower standing 13 metres tall at the Emerald Square amid a lovely British-style garden setting.
European arches will also adorn window displays, while a French subway station, European telephone booths and buses will be on showcase on the 3rd floor.
Many of the best shows and activities from Europe will also be imported exclusively for the fair. Among them is a special service from top Italian shoemaker Giovanna Zanella, who is offering a pair of made-to-order shoes starting from 20,000 baht. Another special treat from Italy is a mask-making demonstration by legendary mask-maker Guerrino Lovato. However, both of them will offer their special services between March 6 and 9 only.
The “Central European Flair” will also be filled with spectacular performances, including the “Moulin Rouge”. Trained by the Moulin Rouge film’s official choreographer, Claire Duport, the dancing troupe will be staging their marvellous show from March 20-23.
Moreover, every Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the event period will see delightful performances such as La Soprano by Carole Boy Ferron, the traditional British puppet show entitled “Punch & Judy”, Scottish pipe performances, Charlie Chaplin show, a parade by Buckingham Palace’s guards and accordion music show from France.
However, the absolute highlight of the fair is sure to be an extraordinary display of magnificent replicas of British regalia:
- King George IV State Diadem. Made in 1820 for the coronation of George IV, the diadem included 1333 diamonds weighing 327.75 carats, and 169 pearls along the base. In between the four crosses it features the rose, thistle and shamrock, which are symbols of England, Scotland and Ireland.
- Queen Mother’s Crown. Created in 1937 for the coronation of Queen Consort Elizabeth, the wife of George VI, the crown contains 2800 diamonds. Set on the band are four alternate cross pattee and fleur-de-lis. The front cross pattee features the famous Koh-i-Noor diamond.
- The Imperial State Crown. Considered the most magnificent of all the Crown Regalia, the crown was made in 1838 for the coronation of Queen Victoria and then altered for the coronation of George VI in 1937 and Elizabeth II in 1953. It is modern in design and set with 4 rubies, 11 emeralds, 17 sapphires, 277 pearls and over 3,000 diamonds.
- Queen Victoria’s Diamond Crown. Created as a replacement for the Imperial State Crown, which was too heavy, the small crown was perhaps most associated with Queen Victoria as it was also placed on her coffin before her funeral. The piece contains 1,187 diamonds.
- St Edward’s Crown. Considered the most important of all the crown jewels, the crown is made of solid gold and set with semi-precious stones and gold beads.
All of the five replicas are made as near as possible to the original pieces and visitors can learn about the regalia’s interesting backgrounds free of charge.
For more information, please call +0044 207 273 7878
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