Thais are considered big lovers of the New Year, as they celebrate it three times in their country. First - they celebrate with the whole world traditionally on the first of January. The second is Chinese, which falls on the first new moon after the winter solstice, usually between January 21st and February 21st, so the date keeps changing. The third is their own national holiday Songkran which is celebrated in the spring.
In the kingdom, the old chronology has been preserved, therefore they have the year 2553 in their yard now . When the New Year in Thailand cannot be answered unequivocally, but tourists from the CIS countries will spend their New Year holidays unforgettably if they visit this country at the end of December.
Like many Slavic peoples, the Thais on the first of January present each other with various trinkets and souvenirs. Celebrations of the New Year are accompanied by folk festivals and an interesting entertainment show - program. Night entertainment venues provide New Year's shows and performances for their customers. The local population, as well as all over the world, consider this holiday to be family and homely, so all relatives gather for dinner, and then go to the temple.
Then comes Chinese New Year , which the Thais celebrate, of course, not on such a two-week scale as in China, but the celebration lasts for several days. At this time, the figures of large dragons, snakes and lions fill the streets of Thailand. Usually people go to visit each other and give gifts that they are obliged to accept and no one has the right to refuse them.
Traditional official New Year in Thailand celebrated on the 13th of April. It is celebrated for several days. During this period, Thais go out into the street with full buckets of water and with the words "Happy New Year!" water all the people passing by, and also paint themselves with talcum powder. Thus, they wish each other happiness. After these procedures, the whole family gathers at the table to have dinner together.
Christmas holidays in an exotic place
Although December 31 is an unconventional holiday for Thais, preparations for it at the main resorts of the kingdom begin long before the very date of its holding. Decorated artificial Christmas trees flaunt at the will of numerous shopping centers and supermarkets, various souvenirs with a New Year theme are sold in shops, and the number of neon lights and illuminations is significantly increasing in all cities. The New Year's upsurge is already felt from December 25, as Catholic Christmas is celebrated at this time.
The weather conditions during this period of time accompany a pleasant pastime, although the sky can be overshadowed by small thunderclouds, but the rains at this time are small and end quickly. They can only bring a pleasant coolness and refresh the surrounding air. A pleasant swim in the warm sea and an excellent chocolate tan are definitely guaranteed.
The sea in the month of December simply beckons you to go diving or snorkeling. Plunging into the underwater world of Andaman waters, you can get closer, get acquainted with larger marine life than in other oceans or seas, since smaller fish are mostly not found here.
Fans of excursions can go to a crocodile farm, visit national parks or ride elephants in the jungle.
Magical Thailand has prepared a lot of entertainment for tourists. It can be their famous Thai boxing or massage, and, of course, the world-famous transvestite show. You can also enjoy eating in restaurants, which has an unsurpassed taste with the addition of various spices and seafood. This country is a great place for shopping. You can come home with an updated wardrobe at affordable prices.
How will New Year's Eve go?
Those who decide to celebrate the New Year in Thailand will receive a lot of positive emotions and unforgettable impressions.
