Loy Krathong is one of Thailand’s most important holidays.
The holiday normally falls in November and festival and parade days differ slightly from city to city.
The traditional krathong is made from a cross-section of a banana tree trunk, which is then elaborately decorated with folded banana leaves and flowers in intricate towering designs.
Other Loy Krathong holiday traditions include setting eels and turtles free in the river or pond.
The Loy Krathong holiday is also celebrated with beauty pageants.
Loy Krathong in Chiang Mai features floating lanterns (or sky lanterns), large paper lanterns that float up into the sky just as a hot air balloon does.
you will never unforgettable Loy Krathong memories together as a family. Joining the local festivities of the Loy Krathong holiday and taking part in beautiful traditions will be a meaningful and memorable highlight of your Thailand family holiday.
The cool weather during this part of the year also makes it a wonderful time to explore the many other wonders of Thailand.