Thai lantern festival is known as Yi Peng is a Thai holiday which is celebrated annually on the second month of the Thai Lanna calendar. Thai lantern festivals take place during the festival of Loi Krathong in Chiang Mai. In this festival, family members, lovers, and friends gather on the riverbanks tofloat flowers and candles. They also launch fireworks and release Thai lanterns at the same time. The Thais believe that bad luck will fly away with the lanterns.The offering of lanterns has a religious history.
The festival of lanterns was based on the beliefs of Brahmanism. It is said to symbolize knowledge or light that guides them on the right path to follow in life. This ceremony highlights the people’s belief that their effort in creating artistic and durable lanterns offered at the temples will make their wish come true.
