Kathin ceremony at Wat Sawang Arom draws thousands

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Thousands flocked to the renowned Wat Sawang Arom in Nakhon Pathom province for the robust Kathin ceremony today. The event saw an overwhelming response, with a crowd of devotees and locals filling the temple grounds, arriving as early as dawn to offer Kathin trees in an act of merit-making.

The holy Kathin ceremony event was marked by an atmosphere of excitement and devotion, with thousands of people participating. The temple had set up a large dining hall to accommodate the large number of devotees.

More than 40 food stalls, set up by the temple’s disciples, offered a variety of food to the attendees, ensuring everyone was well-fed throughout the event.

Traffic stretched for almost 2 kilometres due to the influx of people, reflecting the popularity of the Kathin ceremony event. The Kathin procession, with a length of 1…