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Nakhon Phanom Phra That Phanom festival - Thailand
Nakhon Phanom Phra That Phanom festival
Information about Nakhon Phanom Phra That Phanom festival
The festival presents the Upagupta procession, the sacred garment ceremony, which consists of wrapping the chedi that houses the relics of the Buddha, and 'Wien Thien' the ritual consisting in walking around the chedi 3 times holding a lighted candle. There will also be a show of local products and entertainment throughout the 9 days and nights of the festival in this northeastern Thai town close to the border.Next dates : Date pas encore connue
Location : Nakhon Phanom
TAT Nakhon Phanom Office - Tel: 04251 3490
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The best festivals in Thailand
With a lot of traditions, festivals in Thailand are numerous and some are worldwide famous. Loy Krathong sometimes also called the Festival of Lights is held in November and was elected second best festival in the world. It must be said that this is the most photogenic festival in Thailand.
Public holidays in Thailand
The main events of the Buddhist calendar but also the anniversaries of the King and Queen of Thailand and other days related to the History of the country are holidays in Thailand. If banks and administrations are generally closed those days, transport, shops and restaurants operate normally.
