Loi Krathong Across Regions

Loi Krathong Across Regions : Thailand's Unique Loi Krathong Festivities

Loi Krathong Across Regions : Investigating the Names and Traditions of Loi Krathong Across Thailand

Loi Krathong, the beautiful festival of light, takes place across Thailand, with each region celebrating it with unique customs and traditions. In 2023, the festival falls on November 28, and people from all corners of the country will gather to pay homage to the water spirits, release misfortune, and celebrate together. Let's explore the distinct ways Loi Krathong is celebrated in the North, Northeast, Central, and South regions of Thailand.

North:

• Yi Peng: In Northern Thailand, the festival is known as Yi Peng. It lasts three days, with various activities, such as merit-making at temples, decorating homes with lanterns, and releasing sky lanterns to worship Phra Ket Kaew Chulamanee in Tavatimsa Heaven 

• Loi Krathong Sai: In Tak Province, the tradition is called Loi Krathong Sai, where people use coconut shells as krathongs and float them along the Ping River to ask for forgiveness from Phra Mae Ganga (more details and update data).

• Burn Candles and Fire: In Sukhothai, people light torches and fireworks, host a Miss Noppamas contest, and pay homage to Luang Por Tanjai (more details and update data).

Northeast:

• Sipsong Peng Thai Sakon: In Sakon Nakhon, people create krathongs from banana sheaths and showcase their unique Krathong Prasat Phueng designs (more details and update data).

• Sommama Nam Night Peng: In Roi Et, locals celebrate with light and sound shows, asking for forgiveness from Phra Mae Ganga (more details and update data).

Central:

• Loi Krathong of the Old City: In Ayutthaya, people wear traditional Thai costumes and float krathongs against the backdrop of ancient temples (more details and update data).

South:

• Colors of the River, City of Good People: Surat Thani hosts a vibrant krathong parade, showcasing the colorful patterns reflecting local life (more details and update data).

• Colors of the River: In Songkhla, people participate in lantern displays and admire the beautiful krathongs (more details and update data).

Loi Krathong is a festival that unifies Thailand, with each region celebrating it in its unique way. As we embrace the Sky Lantern Festival 2023, let us appreciate the diverse customs and traditions while being mindful of our environment by using eco-friendly materials for our krathongs.