Water is poured on all passers during the festive day; this hilarious tradition symbolizes cleansing before the start of the next year. Going for a walk through city streets, don’t devote much time to choose clothes and make-up, as water would be probably poured in a minute. Locals and tourists who regularly visit the Songkran holiday have long accustomed to this fun entertainment and know that it’s necessary to go for a walk alone with plenty of water.
A very symbolic and touching holiday called Loy Krathong is celebrated in November. The festival starts with launching small boats named Krathong that are decorated with skillful compositions of candles and flowers.
Those who love flowers would like the festival held in February. The grand Flower Festival is accompanied by an abundance of recreational activities, including exhibitions and solemn processions, exciting competitions, concerts and the traditional beauty contest. In days of the festival, Chiang Rai is immersed in the unique flower atmosphere; streets are decorated with fragrant garlands and flowers can be seen literally everywhere.
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