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Dok Krachiao Blossom
Tourism Festival |
Pa Hin Ngam National Park
Chaiyaphum
Jun - Jul
The festival was
originally an eco-tourism activity that was first held with the Chaiyaphum
Chamber of Commerce and many public offices. The event was so successful and
received so many visitors that it became an annual event.
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Dan Sai
Loei
Around Jun - Jul
The festival has its
origins in a Buddhist tale. When Prince Vessandara, the Buddha's penultimate
incarnation, returned to his city the welcoming procession was so delightful
that spirits emerged to join in the celebration. Based on that, Phi Ta Khon
procession features young men dressed as spirits accompanying a sacred
Buddha image and teasing villagers. Monks recite the story of the Buddha's
last great incarnation before attaining Enlightenment. This festival
features contests of masked dances and processions. All tourists are welcome
to participate.
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