Travel Reference
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July
The start of the rainy season ushers in Buddhist Lent, a period of reflection and med-
itation. Summer holidays bring an upsurge in tourists.
Asahna Bucha
The full moon of the eighth lunar month commemorates Buddha's first sermon, in which
he described the religion's four noble truths. It is considered one of Buddhism's holiest
days.
Khao Phansaa
The day after Asahna Bucha marks the beginning of Buddhist Lent (the first day of the
waning moon in the eighth lunar month), the traditional time for men to enter the monas-
tery. In Ubon Ratchathani, traditional candle offerings have grown into a festival of elabor-
ately carved wax sculptures.
