In the afternoon, after performing a bathing rite
by gently pouring water mixed with Thai fragrance,
called “Nam Op Thai” for Buddha images and the
monks, the celebrants both young and old, joyfully
splash water on each other. The most-talked about
celebration takes place in the northern province of Chiang Mai where Songkran is
celebrated from April 13 to 15. During this period, people from all parts of the
country flock there to enjoy the water festival, to watch the Miss Songkran
Contest and the beautiful parade