On November 9th, Cambodians celebrate their independence. The Independence Monument in Phnom Penh is where the celebration takes place. Military commanders, monks, students, politicians, and diplomats from other countries are […]
Boun Pha That Luang is the most meaningful festival in Vientiane Capital as well as in the Lao PDR. It is held over three to seven days during the full […]
For centuries, devotees at Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon, and other pagodas throughout the country have held robe weaving competitions (Matho Thingan) during the Tazaungdaing Festiva. that marks the end of Buddhist […]
This festival is held amidst a bustling market in the compound of an ancient temple. People go to Monywa, Sagaing in November to celebrate this festival. The pagoda festival, along […]
Held annually in Phnom Penh and around the country, Bon Om Touk is celebrated over three days to ask for divine blessings. Historically, the festival celebrated the end of the […]
This Full Moon Festival is celebrated throughout the country in November. It coincides with the end of the rainy season. During the festival, 9,999 candles are lit by locals to […]
In the Jing language, the word “Ha” means to sing, or invite the gods to enjoy songs. The seafaring Jing people of Guangxi’s islands celebrate this traditional song festival in […]
During this festival, locals gather at the Shwesandaw (Pyay) Pagoda to celebrate this festival. The pagoda houses the ancient tooth relic of the Lord Buddha believed to be brought in […]
Every November, people crowd to Taunggyi to witness the magnificent view of the hot-air balloons in the sky. During the day, the balloons that fly are pagoda-themed; at nighttime, visitors […]
