The owner of Jao Sua Market opened Ruen Siam Pattaya Cultural Leaning Center to be a new downtown tourist attraction.
Speaking Feb. 21 at his market on Soi Nernplabwan, Khunthong Ungen said Ruen Siam, opened in partnership with Natcha Spa and Beauty, will teach cultural arts such as traditional Thai massage, creation of herb-based products, Thai cooking, traditional dance, embroidery and more.
To make the courses available to everyone, tuition will be only 1 baht a day, although some classes need 200-500 baht for study materials and learning equipment, he said.
Moreover, Ruen Siam will allow vendors to sell processed Lanna-style products from the North. The market will start with 20 sellers on a first-come basis. There also will be Thai massage available from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., with the market open from 3 p.m.
Khunthong also suggested park would be an ideal place for morning weddings.
For more information, call 065-614-9293.