Thai culture has a deep connection with water. In fact the Thais believe that water is a goddess who fulfils their wishes. It is believed that during this time of full moon, all the elements are in the best combination especially as it marks the end of the harvesting season as well. Therefore the celebration is chiefly for the Thais to offer their gratitude to the water goddess and ask for her blessings for the coming year and to fulfil all their wishes including those of finding their soul mates.
The festival got its name from the Krathong, which means a small floating device like a boat, a banana rod or any floatable natural item which the Thais use to insert lights, flowers and coins into and set afloat along the river. The Krathong can be made from anything including coconut shells, banana trunks and special craft paper. The skills and creativity of people are heightened as they try to devise beautiful floatable objects to carry their light down the river. The act of floating a Krathong down a river symbolizes the throwing away of misfortune and negativity. It also implies wishes to come true for the coming year that include wishes involving the finding of soul mates and romantic partners. Almost all the hotels in the city of Bangkok host their own celebrations by holding a Loy Krathong event at their poolside especially to avoid the commotions out in the busy streets.
Therefore a better way to enjoy the festival is to view it from
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