November is Loy Krathong month in Thailand. Thais flock to bodies of water to celebrate. This event is a nocturnal beauty; a personal fave. (Description that follows is summarized from information available in a travel site, Thailand.com)
Early evening in Nakhon province, this is a large version of an original, usually hand-held krathong
Loy Krathong, or festival of lights (other literature refer to it as water festival) is held "when the tide in the river is highest and the moon is at its brightest, creating a romantic setting for lovers."
'Loy' literally means to float, and krathong is the lotus-shaped receptacle which floats on the water.
Originally a krathong is made of banana leaves folded and spread on a slice of banana trunk. Aside from flowers, candle and joss sticks, a krathong may contain coins.
A common sight on krathong night: Thais sharing a light.
As materials become more available, krathongs have become more elaborate, especially those provided for public viewing.
The ritual is simple: candles and joss sticks are lighted, wishes are cast quietly and the krathong is released into the current of the rivers or canals.
A popular legend of Loy Krathong originates as a tribute to the goddess of water Phra Mae Kongka for her bounty; a sort of thanksgiving.
Quite picturesque and lovely, Loy Krathong is one of Thailand's most celebrated festivals; probably second only to Songkran (Thai New Year)
My thanks to Sammie for sharing her photos.
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Sydney - City and Suburbs
Have a great week, Hazel!
Sylvia
Lovely post.
It looks very pretty there :-)
Fantastic pictures
my compliments !!!!
P.S. I am back from hiatus!