A copy of french village in Thailand
Pattaya has for a few months now its replica of Colmar, prefecture of Haut-Rhin, Alsace France. The place answers to the sweet name of “Mimosa, city of Love” and was inaugurated, on Valentine’s Day which is logical regarding its name. The copy made grom pictures is not perfect “Same, Same but different” like always in Thailand but still…
Off course, only the historical center of the Alsatian city was rebuilt there. Colmar was choosen by Jirachote Kaewsathean called Nick, the instigator of the project, because she found the place very romantic. So now, at the southern exit of Pattaya on Sukhumvit Road, just opposite to the Ambassador Hotel, Mimosa welcomes 200 shops spaces, cafes, restaurants, ice cream shops, a small hotel and of course a Thai massage parlor . No sauerkraut for the moment but it may come… The purpose of Nick Real Estate boss is not to promot the French cultural heritage to tourists, his favorite target, and people of Pattaya. No, it is obviously to create a setting that attracts the crowds. And no doubt Thais will come numerous to be photographed in front of the square tower, half-timbered houses, the tower or musical fountain. And maybe give the illusion that they have traveled to Europe. In addition to the stores, there are some more fun attractions such as the Palace of horrors or bumper cars. And medieval troubadours for the animation.
Nick had been received by Comar’s mayor accustomed to his city becoming a model for this kind of projects, another small Colmar already exists in Malaysia. The young woman is ambitious and forcasts 10,000 visitors per day. Thee are posters promoting Mimosa everywhere in Pattaya. But they didn’t let us think that it was a reproduction of Colmar. Otherwise during our recent stay in Jomtien, we would have visit it. If you have been there, do not hesitate to leave a comment to tell us what you thought.
Official website: www.mimosa-pattaya.com
