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Thailand’s Military Lottery: When Fate Decides Your Future

Thailand’s Military Lottery: When Fate Decides Your Future
Every April in Thailand, a nationwide lottery decides the military fate of 21-year-old men. It’s not a game—it’s mandatory military conscription.

Bangkok Songkran 2025: Events, Water Fights & Concerts

Bangkok Songkran 2025: Events, Water Fights & Concerts
The Songkran 2025 program in Bangkok promises a week of spectacular festivities. Explore the must-see locations, events, concerts, and traditions of this year’s celebration.

Songkran 2025 in Thailand: Dates, Events & City-by-City Programme

Songkran 2025 in Thailand: Dates, Events & City-by-City Programme
Looking for the Songkran programme, city by city? Discover the must-see Thai New Year festivities in each region!

Poy Sang Long Festival 2025: Discover Shan and Tai Yai Buddhist Ordination Ceremonies in Thailand

Poy Sang Long Festival 2025: Discover Shan and Tai Yai Buddhist Ordination Ceremonies in Thailand
The Poy Sang Long festival, also known as the Youth Flower Festival, is a traditional celebration held mainly in the Shan and Tai Yai communities in Thailand and Myanmar.

Songkran 2025: Thailand’s Water Festival – Dates, Tips & Traditions

Songkran 2025: Thailand’s Water Festival – Dates, Tips & Traditions
Songkran, the Buddhist New Year, is undoubtedly the most impressive festival in Thailand. This New Year celebration is famous for its massive water fights and traditional customs, making it the largest festival of its kind in Asia.

Thailand's National Elephant Day: Celebrating Chang Thai Day

Thailand’s National Elephant Day: Celebrating Chang Thai Day
Discover the significance of Thailand’s National Elephant Day, also known as Chang Thai Day, and explore its cultural and conservation importance.

Makha Bucha Day 2025: A Guide to Thailand's Buddhist Festival

Makha Bucha Day 2025: A Guide to Thailand’s Buddhist Festival
Makha Bucha is one of Thailand’s most significant Buddhist celebrations. Learn about its origins, sacred rituals, and where to experience it in 2025.

Celebrating New Year 2025 in Thailand: festivities, destinations and essential tips

Celebrating New Year 2025 in Thailand: festivities, destinations and essential tips
New Year’s Eve in Thailand! From Bangkok to Phuket, discover the festivities and events not to be missed on New Year’s Eve. Find out all about the traditions and tips for a memorable New Year’s experience in Thailand.

Thailand Navratri Festival: A Celebration Full of Colors

Thailand Navratri Festival: A Celebration Full of Colors
Experience the Thailand Navratri Festival in Bangkok this October, a vibrant event celebrating Hindu culture with colorful rituals, traditional dances, and a grand procession honoring the goddess Durga.

Vegetarian Festival 2024 in Thailand

Vegetarian Festival 2024 in Thailand
Every year, Thailand hosts one of the world’s largest Vegetarian Festivals. Popular in certain regions (especially Phuket), the festival takes place during the 9th lunar month of the Chinese calendar. This year, it runs from October 2 to October 12.

Asanha Bucha and Khao Phansa: The Candle Festival 2024

Asanha Bucha and Khao Phansa: The Candle Festival 2024
Asanha Bucha and Khao Phansa are two Buddhist religious holidays celebrated on July 20 and 21. These ceremonies mark the beginning of the Buddhist Lent in Thailand.

7 Unique Thai Traditions and Objects Worth Embracing

7 Unique Thai Traditions and Objects Worth Embracing
When observing another culture, it’s not uncommon to find intriguing objects or practices that are simply brilliant. From ingenious innovations to unique customs, here are seven Thai traditions that are worth adopting. This post is subjective, but feel free to share your thoughts.

Visakha Bucha 2024, Buddha's Illumination Day

Visakha Bucha 2024, Buddha’s Illumination Day
Visakha Bucha is a day of great significance in Buddhism, especially in Thai society. Learn more about this special day in Thailand.

Wan Dek: Ultimate Guide to Children's Day in Thailand 2024

Wan Dek: Ultimate Guide to Children’s Day in Thailand 2024
Explore Wan Dek, Thailand’s Children’s Day, held every second Saturday of January. Uncover crucial information to make the most of this special day for both kids and adults.