I WONDER - What Is Songkran?

The Songkran festival marks the Thai New Year, celebrated with water to symbolize washing away the past year and welcoming the new one. It starts on April 13th and lasts three days, emphasizing moving forward in life. The festival also marks the beginning of the Buddhist New Year.

What is the significance of water during the Songkran festival?

When does the Songkran festival begin each year?

How long does the Songkran festival last?

What does the water symbolize in the context of the Songkran festival?

What does the Songkran festival represent in terms of life and the new year?