Songkran Festival

Songkran is a word from the Sanskrit language which means to "move into" and refers to the orbit of the sun moving into Aries. It marks the end of a 12- month cycle and the beginning of a new solar year. Songkran is therefore the Thai New Year celebrations.

This traditional Thai custom of merry- making is the Kingdom's most 'sanuk' (fun- filled) festival, celebrated with tremendous enthusiasm, nation- wide, once a year.

In most parts of the country, Songkran extends over a period of 3 days. Known the world- over for its characteristic tradition of water- throwing ranging from a courteous sprinkle or a polite splash, to harmless water pistols and showers from garden hoses to the well- aimed bucket or water- cannon delivered in a festive spirit.

Songkran is a refreshing solution to "beating the heat" in the hottest season of the year. There is a however a much deeper significance to "Songkran". Apart from marking a new beginning, Songkran is also a time for thanksgiving. It is an important time for individuals to reflect upon the many acts of kindness and thoughtfulness each has personally experienced and to remember how such acts of generosity and compassion bring peace, happiness and well- being.

Venue: Tumpat, Kelantans

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Contact Information

Songkran Festival
Songkran Festival
20150 Pattaya, CT

Tel. +6697412400

http://www.pattaya.com/hightlight/festival