Songkran Festival

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Songkran Festival is a vibrant celebration marking the Thai New Year, typically occurring between April 13th and 15th. It is a time for spiritual renewal and cultural rejuvenation, symbolizing purification and fresh beginnings. The festival combines ancient rituals with modern-day festivities, drawing visitors worldwide. Water plays a central role, representing purification and good fortune. Traditional practices include visiting temples, offering food to monks, and cleansing Buddha statues with water. During Songkran, Thailand comes alive with water fights, colorful processions, and family gatherings. Younger generations honor elders by pouring water over their hands for blessings. The festival features traditional Thai cuisine like Pad Krapow and mango sticky rice. Celebrations vary by region, with Phuket and Chiang Mai offering unique experiences. Songkran is a time for unity and renewal, where people return home to honor ancestors and welcome the new year together.