| Date(s): |
26 - 28 July 2009 |
| Venue: |
Dan Sai District, Loei District and Province |
A happy gathering of fun loving spirits
The Phi Ta Khon festival is unique to the Dan Sai district in Loei Province and reflects the local Isan belief in ghosts and spirits.
Held once a year, it is part of a grand merit-making festival known as the "Boon Luang" festival.
The origins of the Phi Ta Khon Festival can be found in the tale of Lord Buddha's last great incarnation before attaining Enlightenment.
In Buddhist accounts, it is said that when Prince Vessandara, the Buddha's penultimate incarnation, returned to his city, it was
such a joyous occasion that the village spirits came forth to join the welcoming parade. This very colorful and vibrant Phi Ta Khon
procession is the central focus of the celebrations.
| Date(s): |
1 - 31 July 2009 |
| Venue: |
Thung Si Mueang District, Ubon Ratchathani |
Join the alms-giving for Asalha Puja and the Khao Phansa Buddhist ceremony. Participate in the ceremony of welcoming His Majesty
the King’s royal candle and the international candle-carving competition from various countries, as well as taste “Pha Khao Laeng”,
a local food especially prepared for tourists.
| Date(s): |
19 July 2009 |
| Venue: |
Pattaya, Chon Buri |
The Pattaya International Marathon is one of the most famous marathons in Thailand that is organized yearly. Every year,
there are many runners participating from various countries. In all, there are three races ; the full marathon (42 Km),
the half marathon (21 Km) and the quarter marathon (10 Km).
| Date(s): |
30 July - 3 August 2009 |
| Venue: |
Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan |
At the close of the month, 30 July, sailors gather for the annual Hua Hin Regatta 2008 that will test their skills over three
days of competition. The coveted trophies are the Royal Vega Rudder trophy of His Majesty the King, Super Mod National Championship
trophy from HM the King, OK Dinghy National Championship trophy from HM the Queen, and Princess Cup for Optimist Championship of
the late HRH Princess Galyani Vadhana.
Hua Hin is considered the traditional home for the country’s sailing community, due to HM the King’s keen interest in the sport.
A Southeast Asia Games winner in the sailing category, HM the King built his own racing dinghy and helped to establish the Super
Mod class and is an enthusiastic patron of sailing resulting in this annual regatta being held in his honour off the coast of
Hua Hin in sight of the palace.
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