1. SI SATCHANALAI ORDINATION CELEBRATION ( APRIL)
Locally called Buat Chang Hat Siao, this event is held at Hat Sieo, Si Satchanalai and is arranged by the local Thai Phuan people.It features a spectacular procession of ordination candidates ( men about to become Buddhist monks) in colourful costumes on the backs of some 20-30 decorated elephants.
2. SONGKRAN FESTIVAL ( 13 - 15 APRIL)
This is the traditional Thai New Year celebration, also known as the Water Festival. Songkran was mentioned in the famous stone inscription dating from the reign of King Ramkhamhaeng the Great.
3. SUKHOTHAI LOI KRATHONG AND CANDLE FESTIVAL ( NOVEMBER)
Held on the full moon night of the 12th lunar month, Loi Kratong Festival originated in Sukhothai and is now celebrated throughout the kingdom.Kratong, the lotus blossom -shaped vessels made of banana leaves and containing a candle, incense sticks , flowers and coins are floated on the rivers, lakes or canals. Other activities include the Kratong design contest, the cultural arts and traditional Thai Musical performances, Nang Nopphamat Beauty Contest and lighting of lanterns.
Locally called Buat Chang Hat Siao, this event is held at Hat Sieo, Si Satchanalai and is arranged by the local Thai Phuan people.It features a spectacular procession of ordination candidates ( men about to become Buddhist monks) in colourful costumes on the backs of some 20-30 decorated elephants.
2. SONGKRAN FESTIVAL ( 13 - 15 APRIL)
This is the traditional Thai New Year celebration, also known as the Water Festival. Songkran was mentioned in the famous stone inscription dating from the reign of King Ramkhamhaeng the Great.
3. SUKHOTHAI LOI KRATHONG AND CANDLE FESTIVAL ( NOVEMBER)
Held on the full moon night of the 12th lunar month, Loi Kratong Festival originated in Sukhothai and is now celebrated throughout the kingdom.Kratong, the lotus blossom -shaped vessels made of banana leaves and containing a candle, incense sticks , flowers and coins are floated on the rivers, lakes or canals. Other activities include the Kratong design contest, the cultural arts and traditional Thai Musical performances, Nang Nopphamat Beauty Contest and lighting of lanterns.
