Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Thailand Songkran - Thai culture better!


Thailand Songkran - Thai culture better!

With the approach of summer, sometimes the biggest water festival in Thailand, Songkran. Here are some tips to be attended to-not-miss party.

1. Songkran When this happens, Thai usual quiet and humble go a little out of hand and arm themselves with water pistols, hoses and buckets ready to absorb all they see. So there is no way to escape the rain, if you leave your house.

2. Songkran is the Thai traditional New Year, so you should try to keep your cool and smile to attract the right opportunities. While the control of water has become the main objective of the festival, Songkran is actually part of the ancient tradition of paying respect to elders.

3. Wearing thin T-shirt and tops can look good for hot weather, but keep in mind that they can be revealing when wet. Even conservative young Thai men who emboldened by the opportunity and alcohol can become very noisy and may try to touch you. Plus, it's crowded and can also be shoving and pushing. Remember, it's a great party atmosphere and everyone wants to have fun. Nobody wants to be in this situation, it is best to dress properly for at least protect yourself.

4. Do you seize the moment? Make sure you have your camera in a plastic bag or better yet buy one that is impervious to water. If you take your mobile phone, double wrap in plastic and use elastic bands to double security.

5. Wear your best fabric will only result in the loss by the end of the day.

6. Provide a photocopy of your passport
, it is not only legal for you and your safety, but also to protect all important documents that can be ruined after being soaked.

7. If you really do not mod to join the party, you'll need to store enough supplies for at least 3 to 4 days. If not, even then, a quick trip to the local restaurant is likely to take a dip.

8. Shopping malls and cinemas will be open throughout the Songkran, but the road to be safe online entertainment with water pistols and buckets. Taking tuk-tuk will yu an objective of the splash.
9. It is not necessary to wash your car before or during Songkran, because he will end up having white clay and smears of water on it. Also, be aware that some enthusiasts may try to open your car doors. Most of all, if you go riding on the motorcycle, please take care. A number of accidents in general rise during the festival period.

Overall, Songkran is not just fighting the water. Do not spare your interest in the more traditional side. Water is used to gently wash the hands of elders and monks in Dam Hua ceremony and bathe Buddha images for the blessing. You cam also join the Thai people to build sand pagodas in the temple during the festival.

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