What are the unique festivals in Thailand?

Thailand is rich in natural and cultural landscapes. Bangkok, the Buddhist capital with many ancient temples, Pattaya, the "Oriental Hawaii", Chiang Mai, the "Rose City" and other tourist resorts all have beautiful scenery. In addition, some festivals in Thailand are also quite unique and the scenes are very lively. The National Day of Thailand on December 5 every year, also known as the Longevity Festival, commemorates the King's birthday; the Songkran Festival, also known as the Songkran Festival from April 12 to 15 in the Gregorian calendar, is the Thai New Year. At this moment, the whole country celebrates, This is especially true in Bangkok. There are roughly five activities, namely bathing the Buddha, piling sand, releasing animals, celebrating parades, and splashing water. The Summer Watch Festival in July every year is an important Buddhist festival. This day means that Thailand has entered the rainy season. The monks enter a three-month period of sitting meditation and chanting sutras. During this period, except for going out to give alms in the morning, they are not allowed to leave the temple at will at other times. They can only eat two meals in the morning and evening, and can only eat liquid food at dinner. The Loy Krathong Festival, held on the full moon day of November in the Gregorian calendar (December in the Thai calendar) every year, is the most lively and poetic traditional festival among Thai people. At that time, the whole city of Bangkok is boiling with thousands of lights drifting, and it is extremely magnificent. The most lively area is the Loy Krathong Festival. Both sides of the Imperial Bridge, Khao Lin Park, Korok Port and other places. During the festival, tourists from all over the world enjoy the festive atmosphere and experience Thai culture with the Thai people. Classical Dance Khon: Watching Thai classical dance is a popular program for tourists visiting Bangkok. One of the most famous classical dances is "Khon", performed by male dancers wearing masks. This was originally a court dance, performed with masks, without dialogue, and expressed through music, dance and body movements. Songkran Festival (April 12-15): Also known as Songkran Festival, it is the Thai New Year and is a national holiday for four days. At this moment, the whole country celebrates, especially in Bangkok. The most revered Buddha statue, the Sihing, will be on display and thousands of Buddhist disciples will pour water on him. Loy Krathong Festival (the day of the full moon in December of the Thai calendar): Loy Krathong Festival is the main festival in Thailand, and it is also the most lively and poetic traditional festival among Thai people. The master of ceremonies places incense sticks, coins, candles, withered leaves and flowers on the lotus-shaped stipules (water lamps). Then light candles and incense, place the water lamp next to the water, and hope that its candlelight will light up and travel with the water. The flame represents the realization of dreams and longevity. Along the river bank, tourists can buy pre-made water lanterns and join in the celebration together. Thousands of twinkling sparks rise and fall on the water, representing the hopes and dreams of the people.