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Loy Krathong
Loy Krathong (or Loi Kratong, Thai ลอยกระทง) is a festival celebrated in Thailand. It is held on the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional Thai lunar calendar, but in the western calendar it usually falls into November.
“Loi” means “to float”. “Krathong” is a vessel traditionally made from a section of banana tree trunk (although modern-day versions often use styrofoam), decorated with elaborately-folded banana leaves, flowers, candles, incenses etc.
The festival originates in Sukhothai, but is now celebrated throughout Thailand, with the festivities in Chiang Mai and Ayutthaya being particularly well known.
External links
- Loi Krathong Festival(Explanation of Loi Krathong festival with Java-enhanced photo and music file.)
- Bangkok Loi Krathong Festival
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