Popular activities for locals on this occasion involve lighting candles in clay holders (Phang Prathip (or Phang Prathit). The word “phang” refers to a small pottery cup or saucer used for putting in wax or oil to serve as a lamp with a wick made from cotton, the word “prathit (Phrathip)” means light. Making lanterns to decorate their homes or the temples, (these are used to pay homage to the five Buddhas) along with the launching of kites or sky lanterns as well as fireworks, making merit and listening to the great sermons of “Maha Chat”.