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Makha Bucha Day
มาฆบูชา
This significant Buddhist holiday marks the day when 1,250 enlightened disciples spontaneously gathered to hear Buddha teach. Thais visit temples, make merit, and participate in candlelit processions (wien thien) circling the temple three times.
When: February (Full Moon)
Where: Nationwide
Highlights
Candlelit processionsTemple ceremoniesMerit makingEvening prayers
Travel Tips
- • Dress modestly in white
- • No alcohol sales this day
- • Join the wien thien at sunset
