By / MOOK Scenic Spots Travel & Lifestyle Network Editorial Team
The most romantic festival of the year in Thailand, Loy Krathong, is about to commence in Novemberone after another. The act of releasing krathongs expresses reverence for the Buddha and deities, and also carries away the bad luck of the past year via the river, praying for peace and smoothness in the coming year. It is a very important traditional festivalof the year.
The most romantic festival of the year in Thailand, Loy Krathong, is set to take place throughout November. (Image source / swaindestinations)
Loy Krathong FestivalLoi KrathongPeriod , the riverbanks at night are filled with sparkling krathongs. Locals fold banana leaves into small boats, adorn them with flowers, light candles, incense, and traditional coins, then set them afloat on the river to drift away, carrying off the bad luck and bringing good fortune for life. The festival is usually held on the12full moon night of the lunar calendar(, which typically falls in11November), and2015this year’s Loy Krathong Festival will be held on11the25th.
All misfortunes will drift away with the krathongs. (Image source / misturaurbana)
Countless lanterns in the sky shine as romantically as stars. (Image source / misturaurbana)
In addition to releasing krathongs, the Thai Loy Krathong Festival has also included the release of sky lanterns since1989, creating a scene where hundreds of thousands of candlelit lanterns twinkle in the sky and on the water, resembling stars in the universe—truly romantic and dreamlike. This spectacular sight attracts tens of thousands of travelers every year.
During the annual Loy Krathong Festival, sky lanterns are also released to send blessings to the gods. (Image source / Taradol Chitmanchaitham)
●2015Thailand’s Loy Krathong Festival Events
◎ Sukhothai(11/22 – 25)
It is generally believed that the tradition of Loy Krathong originated in this ancient city with a 700-year history. The Loy Krathong event at Sukhothai Historical Park is one of the largest celebrations in Thailand. Paired with a light and sound show, it recreates the glorious history of the Sukhothai Kingdom. Every visitor can join in this romantic festival and admire the prosperity of the former Sukhothai Kingdom.
The riverbanks are covered with floating krathongs that shimmer at night, creating a truly romantic scene. (Image source / oimeico)
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