Happy Thai New Year!
Yes, it is New Year in Thailand, as in Myamar, Laos and Cambodia, this week. They follow a Buddhist tradition using a lunar calendar. So the local and real New Year for the locals falls on 13, 14 and 15 April each year. It is full on holiday time and full on celebration. I think you can see what the dominant symbol is for the festivities. It is used freely and just watch out as no one escapes a dousing.
All get into the spirit - young and old, police and firemen. It is all quite something to behold. What you see is the unfreeing of the Thai spirit and let her rip for three days and then it is back to Thai demureness.
So for now, all one can do is join in and enjoy.
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