Loi Krathong: Thai festival of lights celebrated

Q.  Which Thai festival of lights was celebrated in Nov 2016?
- Published on 18 Nov 16

a. Loi Mathong
b. Loi Tathong
c. Loi Jathong
d. None of the above

ANSWER: None of the above
 
Loi Krathong: Thai festival of lights celebratedThailand celebrated the festival of lights called Loi Krathong which is celebrated in honour of Lord Buddha
  • The main event includes releasing sky lanterns and aerial krathongs, meaning decorated baskets
  • Restrictions on festivities were placed in light of the death of Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej
  • Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional Thai lunar calendar; therefore, the exact date of the festival changes annually
  • In the Western calendar it usually falls in the month of November.
  • In 2015 it was celebrated on Nov 25
  • Thailand is a SE Asian country known for its monuments and beaches
  • The capital is Bangkok and the currency is Thai baht
  • Prime minister of Thailand is Prayut Chan-o-cha, while official language is Thai

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