Loy Krathong is a significant ancient Thai and Southeast Asia tradition
since the ancient time in agriculture society which takes place on the full moon evening of the 12th lunar month when the rivers reach the highest level. The origin of this tradition derives from ceremony in connection with “water” which is an essential factor in the life and culture of local people. Even though the objectives or the beliefs of Loy krathong may
differ but a common meaning of this tradition is the demonstration of “gratitude” to the benefit of water which reflects another beauty of Thai culture.
At present, Loy Krathong tradition has been modified in some ways from past
practice while the observation of meaning, value, substance and desirable practice has been reduced.
The Department of Cultural Promotion has therefore published the booklet on Loy Krathong so as to disseminate the meaning, value, substance, practice and knowledge on the local Loy Krathong tradition in the four parts of Thailand together with guidancefor thecorrectandbeautifulpracticeofLoy Krathongtradition. Agencies inthepublic andprivate sectors andthecommunitycould makeuseof thisas thecorrectpractice to make
Loy krathongtradition withfunon full mooneveningof the 12th lunar month. It isgreatly hope that thisbooklet will serve as a continuedguidance anda creation of correct understanding of the Loy Krathong tradition