Thailand Lantern Festival Full introduction + date and venue – Flytoday

In addition to natural and historical attractions, the beautiful country of Thailand also has countless cultural festivals that attract the attention of tourists. Among the cultural ceremonies of this country, there are celebrations that are held on different occasions. Thailand Lantern Festival is one of the most spectacular festivals in this country, which has many fans among both locals and tourists. Another lantern festival called (Loy Krathong) or Shanavar Lantern Festival is also held in this country. In this article from Fly Today tourism magazine Join us as we introduce you to one of the most spectacular festivals in Thailand and tell you everything about the Thai Lantern Festival.

Thailand Lantern Festival Festival of Light

The Lantern Festival is one of the most popular festivals among Thai people and is celebrated by people who believe in Buddhism. According to some narratives, the reason for holding this celebration is to appreciate the coming of spring on the night of the full moon, and people send their lanterns to the sky as a sign of gratitude. Another reason that expresses the philosophy of this magnificent celebration is to illuminate and shine within the human being; Because the light of the lanterns makes the human being filled with brightness and light and purifies the soul. The native people of Thailand make a wish before releasing the lanterns and sometimes write their wish on them.

How is the Thai lantern festival celebrated?

The Thai Lantern Festival is actually celebrated in two different ways:

• The festival of floating lanterns or Loy Kratong (Loy Kratong) during which the native people of Thailand place lighted candles in rivers and streams everywhere in the country. This festival is held in November.
• The Yi Peng festival is performed in most cities of the country, but it is performed more prominently in northern cities, especially in Chiang Mai. In this festival, people wish for luck and good luck by sending paper lanterns.

Yi Peng sky lanterns

This celebration is often held in the north of Thailand. Literally Yi means number two and Pong means full moon is Therefore, this festival is celebrated in the second month of the Chinese or Thai calendar, during the full moon.

In this festival, thousands of paper lanterns, which are called khem lui in Thai language, are released into the sky and fly away. Nowadays, you can witness the festival of Noor Yi Peng in all cities of Thailand, but it is good to know that the most magnificent and largest of this festival is held in the city of Chiang Mai, Thailand. Tourists and those interested in visiting this great event can Buying a plane ticket to Bangkokget yourself there.

Loy Krathong floating lanterns

Loy Krathong is also one of the oldest festivals in Thailand, which is celebrated by local people everywhere in the country. Literally Levy It means to float and Krathong It means a lotus-shaped stick made of banana leaves. The Loy Krathong festival is such that people make floats from banana or wheat leaves, put candles or incense on it, and finally go to the nearest river to their place of residence and float it on the water.

The purpose of this work is to pay respect and of course thanks to the goddess of waters, also along with these pranks, people leave their nails or hair to remove impurity and filth. This ceremony is held in the city of Sukhothai, the former capital of Thailand, more brightly than in other regions of the country.

This celebration is usually held on the night of the full moon of the twelfth lunar month, which is in November.

| Read more: Bangkok travel guide

History of Thailand Lantern Festival

According to the available evidence, the history of this celebration goes back to the time of the ancient kingdoms of the East Asian continent. In the past, Buddhist monks who wanted to visit and pay respects to Sarira, lit a lantern to pay their respects. This custom gradually became more widespread and after that it became compulsory for the common people by the order of the Buddhist kings. Years later, the native people of Thailand continued to light lanterns in temples to preserve the past rituals and customs; Until today, the Thai Lantern and Light Festival has become one of the most popular and famous festivals in this country and attracts many tourists to Thailand.

Time of Thailand Lantern Festival

The Lantern Festival of Thailand is held based on Thai and Chinese history, which shifts and rotates compared to the Gregorian calendar; But usually this festival is celebrated in the months of October and November (when the moon is full) coinciding with the month of Aban. Of course, the exact date of this festival will be announced one to two months in advance.

Now is the time to celebrate the Lantern Festival in Thailand November 13 to 16, 2024 equal to 23 to 26 November 1403has been announced

This ceremony usually starts at 6 in the evening with Buddha chant and meditation. After that, people start to light the lanterns and after the prayers of the Buddhist monks, they release the lanterns.

Venue of Thailand Lantern Festival

The main center of this event is Chiang Mai, Thailand. Countless numbers of native Thai people as well as tourists travel to this city to see or participate in the Lantern Festival. For this purpose, you can Buying plane tickets to Chiang Mai Get yourself to the festival in the shortest time.

| Read more: Pattaya travel guide

Preparing tickets to participate in the lantern festival

This festival, which is celebrated almost everywhere in the city, was completely free in the recent past. Nowadays, due to the welcoming of tourists and the city becoming crowded and the control of the ceremony becoming difficult, a special place is considered for holding the festival, and those who wish to attend the ceremony must purchase tickets for it.

In some areas, you can still participate in the ceremony for free, but if you want to witness all the Buddhist ceremonies and chants and experience an unforgettable celebration, getting a ticket is the best option.

Rules for participating in the Lantern Festival

Considering that the ceremony is often held in Buddhist temples, try to use a cover that covers the shoulders and legs; The use of skirts and short pants is not allowed in the ceremony. During the Buddhist prayer ceremony, observe silence to respect the beliefs. Eating, drinking alcohol, and smoking are prohibited during the ceremony.

The best tours in Thailand to participate in the Lantern Festival

When you plan to travel to Thailand, if you go to book a hotel, obtain a visa, buy a plane ticket, get travel insurance, transfer, etc., you will incur much higher costs. But when you go through a tour, these costs are significantly reduced and you get all the mentioned services in one place. Therefore, one of the best ways to travel to Thailand is through group tours.

with Thailand tour bookingIn addition to traveling to this country with a relaxed and simple mind, you can also participate in the Thai Lantern Festival and enjoy being in this passionate and magnificent celebration.

By participating in the Thailand tour, you will travel to the country of a thousand temples and you can enjoy the unique and tropical nature of this country. The cities of Phuket, Pattaya and Bangkok are included in this tour, and services such as round-trip plane tickets, reservations Chiang Mai hotels and other cities in Thailand, airport transfer, Thai visa services, travel insurance, Bangkok city tour and Persian language tour guide are included in the tour. Thailand tour packages give you the opportunity to experience different things such as trying the taste of Thai food, visiting different islands with a stunning view and walking in the floating market of Bangkok.

Tips for participating in the Thailand Lantern Festival

The Thai Lantern Festival is one of the most beautiful cultural events in Asia, which is held every year in November in various cities, especially Chiang Mai. So, if you plan to participate in this event, following a few simple tips will help you have a pleasant and perfect experience:

• Early booking of tickets and accommodation: During the festival, hotels and flights fill up quickly; It is better to make a reservation early.
• Dress appropriately and respectfully: since this ceremony has religious roots, choose modest clothes and soft colors.
• Attend official ceremonies: The main festivities take place at Wat Phan Tao and Wat Lok Moli.
• Pay attention to lantern safety rules: Leave lanterns only in authorized areas to avoid fire hazards.
• Keep your camera ready: the night of releasing the lanterns is one of the most beautiful scenes in the world for photography.
• Treat locals with respect: Participating in this festival is a form of respect for Thai Buddhist culture.

What do you know about the Lantern Festival in Thailand?

As we reviewed, the Lantern Festival is considered one of the most exciting and attractive festivals in Thailand. In general, the beautiful country of Thailand with its rich and authentic culture holds various celebrations and festivals every year. Have you had the experience of attending these festivals? We are happy to share your experience with us.

Frequently asked questions about the Lantern Festival of Thailand