Ubon Ratchathani Organizes Annual Candle Festival

UBON RATCHATHANI (NNT) – Ubon Ratchathani province is currently hosting its annual Candle Festival, one of Thailand’s most popular events which is running until July 17. The Ubon Ratchathani Candle Festival, which marks the beginning of the three-month Buddhist Lent period, offers visitors the opportunity to witness a magnificent display of Isan culture and heritage, […]

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Bangkok’s Outdoor Theater Festival Scheduled for July

BANGKOK, June 30 (TNA) – The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and partners will organize outdoor theaters next month for economic stimulation and people’s happiness. Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt discussed the project with representatives of partners yesterday (June 29) as it was intended to boost the economy and entertain people in addition to music at public parks. […]

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Many drown during Buddhist festival in Myanmar

This Sunday, November 21, at least 15 people drowned while trying to cross a narrow flooded street to reach a temple during a Buddhist festival in Myanmar, according to information confirmed by rescue workers. The tragedy could have been much greater, as thousands of worshipers were trying to reach the Kyei Hne pagoda, which is […]

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Prayut wishes Thais happy, healthy Loy Krathong

BANGKOK (NNT) – The Prime Minister wishes Thai people a safe, happy, and healthy Loy Krathong festival, as people across the country are expected to come out and celebrate this special occasion. Government Spokesman Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana today said Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha encourages the organizers and participants of tomorrow’s Loy Krathong events to adhere […]

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Prayut agrees to Loy Krathong festival being held nationwide

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has given the greenlight to the state and private sectors to hold this year’s Loy Krathong festival, provided that there are adequate health safety measures, under the COVID-free setting and universal prevention programmes, in place. Ms. Rachada Dhnadirek, deputy spokesperson forGovernment House, said today (Saturday) that rules have been set, with […]

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