About 1,000 local
residents attended Sattahip’s celebration
of 2,600 years of Buddhist enlightenment.
Patcharapol Panrak
Sattahip opened its celebration of 2,600 years of
Buddhist enlightenment with a religious ceremony at Samakhee Banpot
Temple.
Sattahip Mayor Phawat Lertmukda presided over the May
25 event attended by Sattahip council members, temple Abbot Kaseam
Kittisophon and about 1,000 local residents.
Sattahip Administrative Organization Secretary
Wanchat Wannapharahom said 2012 marks the 2,600th anniversary of Lord
Buddha’s enlightenment, which is celebrated each year on Visakha Bucha
Day. In preparation for the holiday, which fell on June 4 this year,
Sattahip officials have organized a string of commemorations throughout
the year to encourage residents to worship and adhere to Buddhist
principles.
