Hello, welcome to Day of Thailand auto radio. I’m Orapan
B : I’m B
C: And C, today topic is Songkran Festival Day or Thailand New Year's Day, right?
B: Yes, let’s start with the the importance of the Songkran Festival Day.
Orapan : Songkran festival is one of the most important festivals that has been performed for a long time, not only in Thailand but also in other countries such as Laos and Cambodia. It is also known as Thai Traditional New Year's Day, which falls during April of 13th - 15th every years.
B: Songkran means “movement” or “changing” .Songkran is also called the “Water Festival”. Water is believed to flow and wash away all bad omens during this time. Thus, it is a time for cleaning; houses, villages, temples and spirit houses.
Orapan : Ohhhhh!!
C : I know that Songkran is one of Thailand's National Holidays.
During this time, I saw people from rural areas, who work in a city like Bangkok, return home to celebrate the festival.
B: Do you know of any activities during Songkran Festival?
Orapan : Yes, sure...Songkran is very famous.
We know that most of people splash the water on each other.
C: But I also know Songkran tradition is an important custom for Thai families, community and religion.