Pattaya is a part of Chonburi Province, an area that traditionally honours the water buffalo during October. Water buffalo are paraded around the centre of Chonburi town dressed in silk and satin and competitions are held to determine the healthiest and best decorated animals.
The most popular events, however, are the buffalo races, attracting spectators from all over Thailand. It is amazing to see how fast the massive beasts can actually run. There is also a popular beauty contest - no, not for buffaloes - but for young women to determine the most attractive 'farm maiden'. It's all great fun and popular with both locals and tourists from nearby beach resorts.
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