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Festivals in Thailand

Festivals in Thailand are some of the most important things that are important for the whole scenario of tourist attractions in this country. Today, there are thousands of people coming to this country to take part in all these festivals and that is why the government of Thailand has also made all the required arrangements for the tourists. The festivals in Thailand are the true representatives of the whole scenario of culture in Thailand. All these festivals are must to be visited by all the tourists. There are several travel guides who will give you all the detailed information about the importance of all the major festivals in Thailand. Some of the festivals are international and some of them are traditional in the culture of this country as well. The attraction of the traditional Thai festivals are more than the international ones.

9th February in every year is celebrated in Thailand as the Chinese New Year's Day. This is the festival for the Chinese communities in this country but there are lots of people from all the communities taking part over here. The main reason for the great popularity of this festival is the display of power, color and splendor in this festival. There are lots of things that are to be known about this festival.

Magha Bucha Day is celebrated on 23rd February and this day represents the influence of the Buddhist culture on the culture of this country. The main attractions for this festival are the temples that are located over here in many of the major cities. There is the huge influence of Buddhism as well as Hinduism in the culture in Thailand. All the festivals in Thailand are the main events in the year when the common people in the country get the excellent chance to rejoice with their families. And this is why these are the times when the true spirit of the traditional culture in this country is reflected during this time.

The festival of Songkran Day is also important. This day is celebrated on 13th April. This is the day when the Thai New Year's Day is celebrated. 5th May is celebrated as the famous Coronation Day when the Thai King was coroneted. This is celebrated as a public holiday and all the people in this country celebrate this day as one of the most auspicious days in the Thai culture. The Queen's birthday is also celebrated as the Mother's Day and this takes place on 12th August.

King Rama is one of the most influential kings in the history of Thailand and his name is remembered on 23rd October which is also known as the Chulalongkorn Day. He was the first king in this country who took several steps for the utmost development of all the aspects in Thailand. 5th December on the other hand is known as the King's birthday. This day, like the Queen's birthday, is also celebrated as the Father's Day in Thailand. The area of Grand Palace is the center of all the celebrations that take place during this time.