I've just celebrated Songkran and it was so great. Here is pretty hot but Songkran brought us smiles and happiness.. ** splashing water to you all ;) ** Enjoy my vid and thanks for watching.. Songkran is the traditional Thai New Year festival since the former time. It is a celebration that embraces goodwill, love, compassion, and thankfulness, using water as the means of expression. The word Songkran derives from Sanskrit meaning to move or step forward. The first day of Songkran takes place when the sun moves from Pisces into Aries, which marks the New Year's Day according to the Brahmin solar system. Songkran Festival The festival of Songkran falls on the 13th, 14th, and 15 th of April every year. The first day is known as Maha Songkran or the grand Songkran. The Thai government has declared Songkran festival as extended public holidays to enable the people to return to their hometown for family reunions, merit-making and reuniting with others in their community. April 13 th is also declared the Day of the Senior or Elderly by the government. The occasion marks the appreciation for the senior population for their years of contribution to the family and country. The 14 th of April is designated as Family Day to celebrate family love and togetherness. The importance of Songkran Festival Songkran is regarded as one of the most important traditions in Thailand because it encompasses the three major values in the Thai way of life which are: Value of family: Songkran is the ...
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