Ladyboys in Pattaya
The Girls Who Were Boys

Ladyboys in Pattaya, Bangkok and in other areas in Thailand are probably the most mind bending sight for the first time visitor.

Pattaya Ladyboys

Pattaya Ladyboys

In Thai language these "boys who were girls" are called "katoey". You will usually find Katoeys work in traditionally feminine occupations, in shops, coffee bars and restaurants, beauty salons and hairstylists.

Katoeys are more accepted in Thailand and its culture than transsexuals or transgenders are in most Western countries. There are several popular Thai models, movie stars, singers, dancers who are katoeys. Thai newspapers may print pictures of the winners of katoey and female beauty contests side by side.

It is a phenomenon and it is not restricted to urban areas alone. There are katoeys in many Thai villages, and katoey beauty contests are commonly held as part of local fairs.

In Pattaya of course you'll find them work in Beers Bars, Agogo Bars, and in other adult oriented entertainment venues. Many Kathoeys also work in entertainment and tourist centers, as dancers, in cabaret shows — Alcazar and Tiffanies in Pattaya are among the most famous.

In North Pattaya you will find two popular transsexual cabarets.

The Alcazar Cabaret and the Tiffany Cabaret

Both establishments starring the world's most glamorous live performances performed by Transvestites in glittering costumes and evening gowns who mine, lipsync, and dance.

These live Cabaret Shows are a very popular tourist attraction.

If you are lucky you may be able to witness a Katoey beauty contest in either cabaret.

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