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July
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Candle Festival July
Thung Sri Muang Park, Ubon Ratchathani Khao Phansa,
or the Buddhist Lent, is the time when all Buddhist
monks must stay in their temples. In Ubon Ratchathani,
a unique festival that highlights the talented
skills of local artisans as well as displays of
religious devotion is held each year. Elaborately
carved beeswax candles of various sizes and shapes
are exhibited in high-spirited processions around
the city before being presented to local temples.
August
:
Rambutan Fair August
Around co/op , Surat Thani Surat Thani is known
for its luscious rambutans that grow throughout
this province. Each year, a fair is held to highlight
this fruit that includes exhibitions of local
products and floats adorned with rambutans, as
well as many other exhilarating fun-filled activities.
H.M. The Queen's Birthday
Celebration August 12 Nationwide To display
their loyalty and to honour Her Majesty Queen
Sirikit on the occasion of her royal birthday,
the Thai people decorate their houses and public
buildings. Around Bangkok, Ratchadamnoen Avenue,
the area around the Grand Palace and other well-known
locations are bedecked with coloured lights and
magnificent adornments.
September
:
Phichit Anuual Boat Races
September 1 - 2 Nan River in front of Wat
Tha Luang, Phichit Boat racing has been a part
of Thai culture for centuries, and regattas are
held in various parts of the country. This annual
event takes place on the Nan River, Phichit, one
of the most naturally panoramic parts of Thailand.
The event features boats competing against each
other with great fervour and excitement of the
cheers of the spectators.
October
:
 Phuket
Vegetarian Festival October Amphoe
Kathu,Amphoe Muang & Amphoe Thalang,Phuket)
It is not known for certain when the first Vegetarian
Festival was held in Phuket. It is assumed that
the custom started in the period of Thalang Governor
Jerm in 1825 when a number of Chinese came to
work in tin mines in Ban Get Hoe in Phuket. Legend
has it that a Chinese drama troupe turned vegetarian
in the belief that by doing so malaria prevalent
on the island at the time could be driven away.
Followers must abstain from meat, alcohol and
sex for nine days and night as a homage to the
Nine Emperor Gods (The Star Deities). The Chinese
community then sent an emissary to South China
to learn more about vegetarian rites.
During the festival which normally falls on the
first nine days of the ninth Chinese lunar month,
thousands of participants turn completely vegetarian
to purify both body and mind in order to attend
ceremonies. Aesthetic displays are performed by
participants which include piercing the body and
face with sharp objects and walking barefooted
on hot charcoal, all in the belief that good health
and peaceful mind will be attained.
November
:
Northern Lantern Festival &
Yipeng Loi Krathong October 31 - November
1 Chiang Mai Municipality Office and citywide,
Chiang MaiCreating a mesmerizing sight, an unusual
ritual of this northern capital's Loi Krathong
Festival is the launching of Lanna-style hot air
balloons, which is considered by locals to rid
them of their troubles. Traditional floats (Krathongs)
are also set adrift on the Ping River. In addition,
there are various other forms of fun and a glamorous
beauty pageant.
December
:
H.M.The King's Birthday Celebrations
December 5 NationwideH.M. King Bhumibol
Adulyadej, the world's longest reigning monarch.
is well beloved and deeply respected by all Thais
old and young. The occasion of his royal birthday
provides his loyal subjects the opportunity to
express their reverence for him. All over the
country. buildings and homes are elaborately decorated
and the area around the Grand Palace is spectacularly
illuminated.
River Kwae Bridge, Kanchanaburi
Each year in late November to early December,
the world famous River Kwae Bridge, which was
built by Allied prisoners-of-war during World
War II , becomes the focal point of celebrations.
Highlights include historical and archaeological
exhibitions, a carnival, folk and cultural performances,
rides on World War II vintage trains, and a spectacular
light and sound presentation re-enacting the bridge's
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