Every year there’s a special event across Thailand that we know in English as the Festival of Lights. It’s a time for people to celebrate and come together under the full moon in November. The exact origins entail at least seven legends all with their own unique story and purpose, but in the end the Festival of Lights is a celebration of life and fortune. Chiang Mai has been host to some of the biggest Yee Peng and Loy Krathong festivals for generations and it grows in popularity every year. If you’re traveling through Thailand or visiting just to witness Yee Peng or Loy Krathong – or both – then Chiang Mai is going to be your best bet for a truly spectacular experience.