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Loi Krathong Festival


Loi Krathong Festival

Loi Krathong is aromantic festival in which couples g0 to the riverside under a full moon as myriad lights blink on the water, to launcha krathong and wish forbeauty in life on the night of the full moon of the twelfth lunar month. A krathong is  smtvessel made from a folded banana leaf attached to sliceofbanana Stalk or bread loaf. Loi apply eans to drift, either on earMaleer-in the air. To Lel Kra ong is therefore to release a krathong decorated with lowers, candles and joss Sticks, with  the addition of small coins, to let your troubles loa away, leaving you with only the god thi5 in life.

Thanks the river

The purpose of the ritual is to acknowledge the river as the source of all natural abundance.  It is also a remembrance of Lord Buddha who found the way to Enlightenment.  The full-moon night of the twelfth lunar month, usually in the month of November.  Foi Krathong is as much a favorite of young men and wonnen as Valentine's Day, since they will stay out late at night in the romantic atmosphere of candlelight and the full moon.

Where to go for Loi Krathong? 

Visitors can celebrateLoi Krathong Festival nationwide in such places as:
Sukhothai seven This seven-hundred-year-old city is where the Loi Krathong tradition is thought to have originated. Sukhothai Historical Park hosts one of the biggest festivals in the country, with shows and performances retracing the glorious past of the former capital.  can participate in this unique night of romance and remembrance of things past.

Bangkok: 

All along both banks of the Chao Phraya River, which runs through the great City of Angels, people of all ages come to  launch their own krathong Amidst a constant letting off of firecrackers and processions of boats festooned with colored lights. An illuminated boat procession along the Chao Phraya River and the lit-up buildings and historical sites on both sides of the river make Loi Krathong in Bangkok a  Loi Krathong is celebrated widely in Bangkok with various kinds of entertainment, and it is organized at many locations. The popular places for Loi Krathong in Bangkok include .

Nakharaphirom 

Park on the Maharat Road (Near the Grand Palace), Santichaiprakan Park on Phra.  Athit Road, at the foot of the Rama IX Bridge, Benchasiri Park on Sukhumvit Road, and Benchakitti Park on Ratchada Phisek Road. A romantic dinner by the river with a  spectacular view of the fireworks and illuminated toating krathongs under the moonlight is a must that night,

Chiang Mai 

This important tourist town of the North Covers itself with lights during this month of cool weather.  People gather along the Ping River to float krathongs, but the special addition here is the thousands of paper lanterns set adrift in the sky-an impressive, unforgettable sight.  Northerners believe that releasing paper lanterns is a way of dedicating merit to the departed and worshiping the holy pagoda in Heaven.

Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya 

The Bangsai Loi Krathong Tam Prathip is held at the Bangsai Royal Folk Arts and Craft s Center.  This festival features traditional Loi Krathong activities amidst the magnificent ruins of the once glorious capital city of Thailand.  Beauty contests, processions of beauty queens, krathong contests, and cultural performances are the highlights of this festival.

Samut Songkhram 

Loi Krathong Kap Kluai Mueang Mae Klong is a unique Loi Krathong tradition where the locals make krathong out of a layer of banana leaf sheath instead of banana leaves. The krathong is decorated with flowers and a resin-dipped and Sun-dried incense  Sticks, and floated down the Mae Khlong estuary. The resin makes the incense sticks burn slowly, showing beautiful lines of glittering lights on the river at night.

Tak: 

This tranquil town by the Ping River celebrates the wonderful moment with their own unique and elegant way.  Local people create a krathong;  this outstanding one is not made from banana leaf, but coconut sheel, filled with wax and wick, and floated in a line that is referred to Loi Krathong Sai, The atmosphere of joining this event not only represents the celebration, but also the unity of  the community, this creative masterpiece as well as local Thai wisdom, which will give you a memorable night.

Tips for Loi Krathong 

Use a krathong made of natural materials in order to preserve the environment If you intend to have dinner by the river, make reservations in advance.  Since Loi Krathong has much to do with candles, fireworks, rivers and crowded areas, you should proceed with good care.  Loi Krathong Night willaivespecialmoon-drenched meaning to time spent in the company of whoevercounts most in your life.

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