Thailand to open Takua Pa tsunami museum on Feb 4


BANGKOK (The Nation/Asia News Network): The Ban Nam Khem Tsunami Museum in Phang-nga’s Takua Pa district, which was constructed to commemorate the Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami on Dec 26, 2014, will be opened on Friday, the Culture Ministry said on Thursday (Feb 3).

Culture Minister Itthiphol Khunpluem said the construction also aims to collect evidence related to the incident, draw Thais and foreign visitors alike and promote the venue as a cultural centre, which would help stimulate the grassroots economy, create jobs and generate revenue for residents.

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