Festival Loi Krathong 2022
Festival Loi Krathong is one of the most beautiful and enchanting festivals in Thailand, celebrated annually on the full moon night of the twelfth month in the Thai lunar calendar. This year, the festival will take place on November 15th, 2022. Loi Krathong, which translates to “floating basket,” is a festival where people make decorated baskets, or krathongs, and float them on rivers and waterways as an offering to the goddess of water, Mae Khongkha.
The festival is believed to bring good luck and rid individuals of bad fortune. People also believe that by releasing their krathong, they are letting go of any negative energy or emotions from the past year. It is a time for renewal, gratitude, and letting go of the old to make way for new beginnings.
The main event of the festival is the release of the krathongs, which are made from banana leaves, flowers, candles, and incense. People make a wish as they release their krathong onto the water, watching it float away as they hope for their wishes to come true. The rivers and waterways are illuminated by the flickering candles and the twinkling lights of the krathongs, creating a magical and serene atmosphere.
In addition to the krathong release, the festival also features traditional Thai performances, fireworks displays, and delicious food stalls offering a variety of Thai dishes and snacks. Visitors can also enjoy traditional music and dance performances, as well as join in on the lantern-lit processions that take place throughout the city.
One of the most popular locations to celebrate Festival Loi Krathong is in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The city comes alive with festivities, with locals and tourists alike coming together to participate in the celebrations. The ancient city walls and moat are lit up with lanterns, and the streets are filled with the sound of music, laughter, and the aroma of delicious street food.
If you are looking for a truly unique and magical experience, Festival Loi Krathong is a must-see event. It is a celebration of Thai culture, tradition, and spirituality, and a time to release old baggage and welcome new opportunities. So mark your calendars for November 15th, 2022, and come join us in this unforgettable celebration of light, water, and wishes. Vítejte na Festivalu Loi Krathong! (Welcome to the Loi Krathong Festival!)