The exciting experience of the Songkran festival, the Thai New Year is a truly magical one. Held from the 13th of April to the 15th, the festival is considered a time for cleansing and renewal. From thrilling water fights to colourful festivities that glorify the streets, Songkran is a treat to your eyes. Here are a few must-try things during the festival season to enjoy it to the fullest.
Water Fights
The most popular event in the festival is the giant water fights that are considered the biggest in the world. Locals as well as foreigners join in to splash water at others in a friendly fight with their water guns, hoses, and buckets. The lively and fun streets are not that far away from the city centre and Pathumwan Princess Hotel, the famous and convenient Bangkok city hotel.
Traditional Performances
The dance and live performances in the streets show the ancient Thai cultures, rituals, and traditions vibrantly. Both men and women are dressed in traditional attire and engage in various performances on the street to the intriguing beats of cultural music. You might sometimes spot an elephant or two walking in the streets dressed in vibrant clothing too.
Temple Visits
Songkran is a time for reflection and paying respect to the monks and elderly, and the rituals are an imperative part of the festival. Receiving blessings from the monks in the temples, pouring water on the Buddha statues, and cleaning the households during that time are considered to bring positivity and spirituality to the locals.
