Chiang Rai flaunts its skilful tattooists

[reader]

From The Nation

In an effort to boost tourism and revenue, the northern province of Chiang Rai is now looking to woo tourists interested in getting tattoos at cheap prices.

For this, local authorities and businesses got together to launch the “Tattoo Body Artists” and “Amazing Body Art @ Chiangrai” promotions at Central Chiang Rai shopping mall on Saturday.

Showcased at the events were displays of body art created by local tattoo shops.

Luethaipat Pimonsree, deputy director of the University of Phayao’s Innovative Learning Institute, said the events were held as part of Chiang Rai’s “Creative City of Design” campaign, which is in line with the Creative Cities global network initiated by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco).

She said Chiang Rai tattoo artists are known for their skill and for providing top service at inexpensive prices. Hence, she said, the campaign aims to attract tattoo lovers to visit the northern province.

“When domestic and foreign tourists learn that Chiang Rai has many skilful tattoo artists offering service at reasonable prices, they will come here for new tattoos,” Luethaipat said. “This will help stimulate the local economy in many ways.”

Tirapat Thongbai, a tattoo enthusiast, said he believes body art will bring more revenue to Chiang Rai when tattoo lovers like him visit for a new emblem. He said Thai tattoo artists offer a wide variety of designs, ranging from the traditional Thai “sak yant” pattern to colourful, modern creations.

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[macaroni21]

Absolute waste of perfectly good skin.

[reader]

I agree it's not every westerner's cup of tea. But it's a part of the culture, particularly in this part of Thailand.

[floridarob]

7 hours ago, macaroni21 said:

Absolute waste of perfectly good skin.

Yours or theirs.....?

 

I think in someone wants to do tattoos to their bodies, their choice. I love tattoos and have most of my body tattooed. I don't care for face tattoos, but if they want to do it, their choice......I feel the same way about drugs or drinking, their body, their choice....I don't do drugs, smoke cigarettes or drink coffee and hate them all, but some people like them, go figure 😲

Now let's not get started on cock....😉

[bucky13]

Luckily, most hasty or bad decisions in life don't last forever.