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Month of July
 Candle Festival -Ubon Ratchathani Province
Khao Phansa, or the Buddhist Lent,is the time when all Buddhist monks must stay in their temples. The festival features a great candle procession
which reflects the devout belief in Buddhism, time-honoured traditions and rituals associated with "Khao Phansa" or the Buddhist Lent, as well as
the beauty and uniqueness of the art and culture of the Northeastern region.
Another important aspect of the Buddhist Lent is to donate candles to the temples for religious worship. It is believed that this act bestows great
blessings on the donor. Visitors are welcome to join in this auspicious ritual at all temples.
 Phi Ta Khon Festival-Loei Province
With origins from a well-known Buddhist tale, the colourful and vibrant Phi Ta Khon procession feature young men who dress up as spirits to accompany
a scared Buddha image and taunt villagers. Monks relate the tale of Lord Buddha's last great incarnation before attaining Enlightenment. Included are
competitions of masked dances and processions. Everyone is welcome to participate.
 Tak Bat Dok Mai Festival-Saraburi Province
The Tak Bat Dok Mai is a Buddhist ceremony in which locals offer flowers to the monks as a way of making merit. The ceremony is unique to Saraburi province.
In addition to the offerings of cooked rice, food, incense, candles and other conventional sacred items, the Tak Bat Dok Mai ritual includes offerings of Dok
Khao Phansa flowers that only come into bloom during the Buddhist Lent.
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