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What is the Festival of Thailand?
Songkran (Thailand)
| Songkran | |
|---|---|
| Official name | Songkran Festival |
| Observed by | Thai and Malaysian Siamese |
| Significance | Marks the Thai New Year |
| Begins | 13 April |
What holidays do Thailand people celebrate?
7 Important Thai Holidays, Celebrations and Festivals
- Chulalongkorn Day (October 23rd) This important Thai holiday commemorates the life of King Chulalongkorn. …
- Coronation Day (May 5th) …
- Visakha Puja Holiday. …
- Constitution Day. …
- Loy Kratong Holiday. …
- Buddhist Lent. …
- Western New Year Holiday (December 31st)
What is the biggest holiday in Thailand?
Songkran is one of the biggest and most important Thai holidays. The 3 day celebration is often combined with the weekend to make a 5 day break. This holiday is celebrated with parades, religious ceremonies, and festivities throughout the country.
What food is Thailand known for?
Traditional Thai cuisine loosely falls into four categories: tom (boiled dishes), yam (spicy salads), tam (pounded foods), and gaeng (curries). Deep-fries, stir-fries, and steamed dishes derive from Chinese cooking.