Catapulted into Thailand's Most Charming Lantern Festival Loy Krathong
Guest Writer-Olga Carlino, a KET Teacher in Lamphun Province, Thailand
Loy Krathong 2022 Lamphun Province, Thailand
Some days ago, an English teacher in our Foreign Language Department asked me if I wanted to join the Loy Krathong parade with the school.
I told her I would love to participate in this celebration without hesitation.
Before coming to Thailand, I had never heard about Loy Krathong; however, after my arrival, I talked with some Thai teachers and read articles about this lantern festival. I discovered it is one of Thailand's most essential and heartfelt celebrations.
Luckily, yesterday evening, 08/11/2022, I had the chance to experience the magnificence of Loy Krathong.
Preparing our makeup, hair, and traditional costumes took almost four hours.
Lamphun Loy Krathong Night Parade 2022
At 7 pm, my colleagues and I started to parade through the main streets with our students; some played instruments, and others danced.
I thought everybody was smiley and happy, not only those parading but also those looking at us, taking pictures, or recording videos.
It was a fantastic experience; everything was beyond my expectations: the traditional costumes, the live music and performance, and the beauty of the sky lit by thousands of lanterns.
While I was walking, I had a feeling of bliss and gratitude. Do you know the precise sensation that makes you feel like you are exactly where you are meant to be?
It is hard to find words to describe it…
The only way to understand what it is like is to experience it in the first person.
The parade finished around 9 pm; however, the celebrations continued longer. We stopped near a food street market where we could buy some drinks and food.
Floating Sky Lanterns
I bought a floating sky lantern and went to the riverside with my colleagues. They helped me light it, and before letting it fly into the sky, I made a wish............................ May it come true!
The friendliness of Thai People
The friendliness of Thai people is impressive; in a certain way, it reminds me of our Italian friendliness.
Although I arrived in Thailand at the end of October, I quickly integrated into the local community.
Final Takeaway
If you are considering leaving your country to experience life in Thailand, prepare your documents and your luggage and buy a plane ticket.
You will make new friends, have a unique experience, and enjoy yourself.
Last but not least, I suggest you take part in Loy Krathong.
Trust me, you will have an unforgettable time!
Relevant
Go to kidsenglishthailand.org/blog/october-semester-break to learn about the beautiful places in the north of Thailand to visit during the October school holiday.
Go to kidsenglishthailand.org/blog/loy-krathong-lantern-yipeng-2022 to learn more about the beautiful yearly festival of Loy Krathong.
Go to kidsenglishthailand.org/teacher-training-program-thailand to read about Meaningful Work and Travel Teaching Positions starting in May 2023 with teacher training in April 2023.
Go to kidsenglishthailand.org/blog/loi-krathong-festival-2020 to read about Thailand’s Loy Krathong Festival in 2020.
Go to kidsenglishthailand.org/blog/thai-work-permit to read about the Thai Work Permit.
Go to https://kidsenglishthailand.org/blog/the-complete-guide-to-the-thai-alphabet to read a detailed guide to the Thai language, the Thai alphabet, and some valid Thai words and numbers.
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