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7/27/2007 - 7/29/2007Candle Festival and International Candle Carving Competition
Thailand
This festival marks Khao Phansa or the Buddhist Lent and features a spectacular procession of huge and ornately-carved wax candles made by local craftsmen. During the festival, displays and cultural presentations offer insights into local traditions and beliefs of this deeply religious nation. Representatives from countries known for their master candle craftsmanship will compete to create masterpieces which will go on display to the public. Visitors can learn more about the intricate creation process at numerous candle making demonstrations and exhibitions taking place during the event
Themes:
Culture
, Spectacle
, Religion
, Art & Literature
, History
, Unusual
Hours: All day
Cost: Free
Where: Wat Thung Sri Muang
Ubon Ratchathani is about 630km (400 miles) from Bangkok by road. Wat Thung Sri Muang is within the town
Thailand
Getting there:
Road: From Bangkok Highway 1 (Phahon Yothin Highway), Highway 2 (Friendship Highway), Highway 24 (Chok Chai-Det Udom)
Bus: Numerous buses leave Bangkok for Ubon Ratchathani at the Northeastern Bus Terminal (Talat Mo Chit)
Rail: There are daily express and fast trains from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani
Air: There are daily flight from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani
Contact Information:
Tourism Authority of Thailand
1600 New Phetburi Road
Makkasan
Rajatevee
Bangkok
10310
Thailand
Telephone: +66 (0)2 250 5500.
Website: www.tourismthailand.org
