Loy Krathong
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Loy Krathong is celebrated in Thailand
Loy Krothong means Festival of Light
• Celebrated on the full moon night of the twelfth lunar month, usually in November.
• It probably originated in India as a Hindu festival.
• It is a thanksgiving to the goddess of water ‘Phra Mae Kongka’ for the water that provides the livelihood of the people.
http://www.thailand.com/travel/festival/festivals_loykratong.htm
Loy Krathong
• People make wishes and look toward the future.
• They float flower and leaf boats called Krathongs down the river.
• There are parades, dancing, and beauty pageants.
http://www.loynava.com/loykrathong-bangkok.html
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Loy Krathong and Thanksgiving