Songkran festival is one of the most important festivals that has been performed for a long time.It is also known as Thai Traditional New Year's Day, which falls during April of 13th - 15th every year.The word "Songkran" derives from Sanskrit language and means to pass or to move into. But in fact,The word “Songkran” is a Thai word which means “move” or “change place” as it is the day when the sun changes its position in the zodiac. It is also known as the “Water Festival” as people believe that water will wash away bad luck.Water is believed to flow and wash away all bad omens during this time. Songkran festival takes place over three days every year, on the 13th - 15th of April. On 13 April is Maha songkran day.means a big step up grilled or Songkran is the year that orbit the sun into Aries. Thus, it is a time for cleaning; houses, villages, temples and spirit houses. And hearts to clean. And start playing a splash on the first day. the both young and old, joyfully splash water on each other.14 days on medium or Wannena means is located on the next day from day 1 Maha songgkran the sun into the Ram already.In the Thai tradition, the New Year begins early in the morning when faithful Thai Buddhists give alms to Buddhist monks.After that, they release caged animals release birds and fish.Elders and parents will be visited and respected by their children and grandchildren they in return, wish them good health, happiness and prosperity.This tradition of paying respect, is called “Rod Nam Dam Hua”. April 14 is called “Family Day”.And on April 15 is New Year's day means the day the new era.Songkran day is the Thai traditional New Year and an occasion for family reunion.
Songkran is one of Thailand's National Holidays.During this time, We saw people from rural areas, who work in a city return home.because,It is a great opportunity for family members to gather together to celebrate the songkran festival.