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All You Need To Know About Thailand’s Loy Krathong Festival

A Thai woman amidst Loy Krathong celebrations

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Thailand is renowned for its diverse range of festivals, commemorating occasions such as the new year, new moon or the start of a harvest. However, Loy Krathong stands out as one of the most significant celebrations. It is a national festival observed during the full moon of the twelfth month in the traditional Thai lunar calendar. In the modern Gregorian calendar, this event usually falls in November, although the exact date varies yearly.

As the Loy Krathong Festival approaches, it’s essential to learn more about it so that you can plan accordingly and partake in the festivities to the fullest.

History Of Loy Krathong

Historic Sukothai Park

Loy Krathong is a Thai festival celebrating the year’s bountiful water supply and atoning for the sins of polluting the waters. It is a combination of Hindu and Buddhist customs and also an…

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