Song Kran Festival in Bangkok
Posted by Laurentiu - Filled under Asia
Do you fancy getting wet in a three day water fight? How about immersing yourself in Thai culture and drinking too many afternoon beers?
If this sounds like its right up your street, then Song Kran the Thai New Year celebration is something you’ll enjoy experiencing. Song Kran runs from the 13th to 15th of April, and is celebrated nationwide. The most popular place to join in the celebrations however is Chiang Mai in north Thailand, though other popular places include Bangkok and Hat Yai.
The festival traditionally began as a gentle pouring of waters over your elders shoulders to bless them and wash away any badness as you welcomed in the New Year. The premise today may still be the same, but in Chiang Mai you’ll find yourself with buckets of water thrown over you regardless of age, and whether your walking or driving along. Trying to avoid these friendly water fights is impossible as they take place all around you and visitors are specially targeted.
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