The Yipeng: Lanna Light Festival 2024
"Tam Phang Patid" activity, Date : November 13th –15th, At Three Kings Monument This year, the "Tam Phang Patid" activity, from November...
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The ancient festival of Lanna will transform the night with the soft glow of traditional Phang Prathip (Lanna candle trays), lanterns hung along homes, candlelight from Krathongs and Saopao boats floating on the waterway, and vibrant floral arches. Each of these elements is the result of the deep belief and reverence of Chiang Mai’s people for nature and their surroundings.
Local traditions regarding the origins of Yi Peng have been recorded and preserved through generations. Notably, the legends of Yonok and Chamadeviwong describe the ancient ritual of Loy Khomot, or 'Loy Fire,' as a practice with deep roots in tradition. This ritual serves as the inspiration behind the concept of 'Lanna, Worship, and Light,' which ultimately led to the establishment of 'The Lanna Light Festival.' The festival is designed to capture the spirit of Yi Peng through activities that transform Chiang Mai into a city of light in a contemporary Lanna style. This celebration beautifully blends creativity, tradition, and respect for nature, ancestors, and the surrounding environment."
In 2024, The Lanna Light Festival 2024 will be organized through the cooperative efforts of both government and private organizations, including the Center of Excellence in Social Design of the Faculty of Architecture at Chulalongkorn University, with support from the Thailand Science Research and Innovation, Program Management Unit for Competitiveness (PMUC), and Visit Lanna Association for MICE and Tourism Industry. This festival provides an invaluable opportunity to showcase Lanna's values and the beauty of local culture, pushing push towards international recognition as “The Festival of Lights Reflecting the Contemporary Lanna Way of Life”. With that being said, the festival will become a significant milestone for tourism to attract high-quality tourists around the world who play a crucial role in supporting the city and boosting the local economy following the severe floods of 2024.
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