Tattoos in Thailand

Almost every resident of the Kingdom of Thailand has a tattoo. The fact is that common among Thais “magical tattoos” Sak-yant. In translation this means “tattoo magic symbol”. This tradition is rooted in the distant past, when it was thought that magic signs on the body can be protected from external troubles and troubles.

Now a huge number of tourists who come to Phuket, strive to make yourself a Sak yant. A kind of fashion tattoo introduced the famous actress Angelina Jolie. She made herself a tattoo in 2004 and then the whole world learned about the existence of a SAC-Yantai.

Now in Phuket even have svoeobraznye tourists who saragat new direction: “tattoo tourism”. They choose the economical option of stay: condominium. Phuket - apartment in a complex which has a communal pool, gym and Valet Parking. This is very convenient because the necessary infrastructure is nearby. Often there are complex and its shops and cafes. Arriving at the Phuket condominium is convenient for you to find is not easy, therefore it is best to do this in advance.

The real “magic” of tattoo you can only do in a Buddhist monastery. There are the most known: for example, the monastery of Nong Chim in Chiang Mai or Wat Bang Phra. Since wearing the SAC-Yantai involves certain restrictions (in diet, behavior, lifestyle), most of the tourists just goes to the famous Thai tattoo masters.

In Phuket there are many. In every district, every street will find the small salon where you can fulfill your dream. You can ask advice from a monk, and then go to the tattoo parlor and its recommendations to choose a pattern. In this case, it is believed that this tattoo “luck”.

There are recommendations that need to be followed all tourists, polavson to get a tattoo in Phuket.

• To choose the best salon for advice. Review the online forums examples of work of each master and make a list. Best of all, if masters will be a few.
• Upon arrival, you should not rely on the appearance of the salon. Very often beautiful in design and design showrooms are beginners.
• Don't worry about sanitary conditions. It is no more dangerous than any other country. But to assess the tidiness of the masters on view still stands.
• Phuket master most often made tattoo designs in the art Nouveau style, high - tech, traditional Japanese style or Thai style, stylized Sak yant.
• There is also a desire to do the tattoo before leaving the island. Phuket has a moist tropical climate and the tattoo will be long lasting. Therefore, consult with the master and begins shortly before departure home.

It is important to remember that a tattoo is for life, so a responsible approach to the choice of inscriptions and drawings.