Loi Khrathong

Colorful Water – Loi krathong Great Festival 1-5 November 2006

“Loi Krathong” is traditionally performed on the full moon night of the twelfth lunar month, which usually falls on some day in November. The floating of a ‘Krathong' – a banana–leaf cup – is intended to float away ill fortune as well as to express apologies to Khongkha or Ganga, the River Goddess. Some believe that the ritual is meant to worship the Buddha's footprint on the bank of the Narmad-------a River, while others say that it is to pay respect to Phra Uppakhut, one of the Lord Buddha's great disciples. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Celebrating with a bang on the 64th Floor at the State Tower. 3 restaurants/pubs are located at The Dome. "Mezza-Luna", "Sirocc" and "Distil". You will have the most magnificent view of the Chao Phraya, while Vertigo at Banyan Tree provides a spectacular view of the city itself. ANother "HIGHlight" place to go is Baiyoke Sky Hotel. These are the 3 top places to dine/hangout. Greeting us at The State Tower was the annual Loi Krathong fireworks competition. It is a competition between the hotels along the river, Mainly by Shangri La, Marriot Spa, Hilton and Penninsular. Sitting at the 64th floor, we had the best views of the fireworks. They were literally exploding in front of out face. I have never seen fireworks so close, so real so BIG before! Pics available. Movie clips available upon request... Remember to visit them during New Year Eve. =)