Bangkok: "Suang" reveals that important tourist attractions were not affected by the earthquake. "Surawong" confirms the situation has returned to normal. Tourists and important tourist attractions are not affected. The government is closely monitoring. Mr. Surawong Thienthong, Minister of Tourism and Sports, revealed the tourism situation after the earthquake, which was epicentered in Myanmar and felt in many areas of Thailand, especially Bangkok, on March 28.
According to Thai News Agency, the Minister of Tourism and Sports stated that from closely monitoring and evaluating the situation, there was no damage to the lives and property of tourists, and there were no reports of tourists being injured or killed from the incident. Mr. Surawong said that the situation is now back to normal. Tourists can travel as usual. Tourist attractions, shopping malls, businesses, hotels, and public transportation are open as usual, except for some buildings that are waiting for a survey to be sure.
The ministry has ordered a survey of tourist attractions and has received reports that tourist attractions nationwide have not been damaged. For hotels, engineers have inspected the buildings. If any location needs assistance in inspecting, they will coordinate assistance to confirm safety and reassure tourists.
In addition, the Tourist Police have been assigned to closely inspect important tourist attractions to facilitate and maintain the safety of both Thai and foreign tourists. Overall, Thai tourism has not been affected. There have been no cancellations of trips, bookings, or flight cancellations by airlines. The Ministry will expedite confidence creation by continuing to organize activities as planned.
'Tourists can rest assured that Thailand is now safe, the situation is returning to normal, and travel and events can proceed as usual,' said Mr. Surawong.