Visiting Thailand in April? Don't miss the Songkran water festival

Moneycontrol News February 26, 2024

Songkran Water Festival, rooted in ancient Thai traditions, is a cultural extravaganza that marks the Thai New Year with a unique blend of reverence and revelry.

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Streets across Thailand become arenas of joyous water battles, with locals and tourists joining in the spirited festivities.

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Buddhist devotees pour water on a Buddhist statue as part of celebrations of the Buddhist New Year.

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Devotees seek blessings from elders by gently pouring scented water over their hands. Picture from the Prachapirom temple in Thailand's southern province of Narathiwat.

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Beyond the water fights, temples play a crucial role during Songkran. Traditional ceremonies, merit-making, and parades are held, allowing participants to connect with the spiritual roots of the festival.

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