Tag: Buddhist Lent
Three centuries of beauty queens dance in Sattahip for lent
Four women whose combined ages total more than 300 years marked the start of Buddhist Lent with a traditional dance in Sattahip. ...
Road accidents declined during Bhuddhist Lent Day
BANGKOK, 18 July 2011-Director-General of the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Wiboon Sanguanpong said the no-alcohol campaign for the Buddhist Lent has paid...
Myanmar workers flocking to Thailand ahead of wage hike
TAK, 15 July 2011 – A number of Myanmar citizens have been arrested in Tak province after entering Thailand with the intention to...
Buddhists nationwide making merit on Asarnha Bucha Day
BANGKOK, July 15 – Buddhists throughout Thailand on Friday made merit during the morning alms rounds of Buddhist monks and the faithful will...
People proposed with health suggestions during Buddhist Lent
BANGKOK, 14 July 2011 – The Ministry of Public Health has encouraged Thai people to take care of their health and do good...
Buddhist Lent begins this weekend
July 15 & 16 This year, the Buddhist holy days of Asalaha Bucha and Khao Pansaa fall on July 15 and 16....
Buddhist Lent candle contest, parade set for July 14-15
Pattaya will host its annual Buddhist Lent candle competition and parade July 14-15. Deputy Mayor Wattana Chantanawaranon said at...
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