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On our KNOCK OUT adventure you will have an unforgettable evening viewing the lively martial art of Muay Thai (kick boxing).
Thai people are mad for Muay Thai, their unique 17th century martial art of physical combat and spiritual training, as deeply rooted in Siam's culture as Sumo is in Japan. Thai kick boxing is famous around the world and local fans flock to fill stadiums around Bangkok for matches that are rarely attended by tourists. A real slice of Thai life!
Muay Thai's pre-fight homage, the Ram Muay and Wai Kru rituals, have their origin in both Buddhism and Animism. This magical and spiritual homage invokes the heart and soul of each fighter, protects the boxing ring from negative influences, and offers thanks to the fighter's trainers, family, country and protective spirits. The bout is accompanied by a musical quartet on traditional instruments, whose music often dictates the rhythm and speed of the fight.
Boxers believe in magic spirits and spells, as do most Thai people. Fighters are not above consulting
occult practitioners to employ advantage
like magical tattoos over opponents. Young trainees go through an elaborate initiation ceremony to join the lineage of Muay Thai practitioners, who even include soldiers and royalty.
You leave your hotel at 4:30pm. You will find that the boxing stadium has several differently-priced levels of seats. The cost of your ticket is not included in the tour price. Your private guide will help you decide which level to purchase (we recommend ringside), and translate for you during announcements and ceremonies.
Day Tour price: US$59
Includes personal guide. Not included: local transportation and admissions.
The guide will assist you in buying tickets for the bout. There are several
different seating options.
   
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