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Festivals and events in Chiang Mai are celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm
by locals and tourists alike. Given its ethnic and cultural diversity, Chiang
Mai is blessed with festivals that'll keep you busy throughout the year.
Celebrations of traditional Thai festivals in Chiang Mai are in accordance
with the lunar calendar. With the evolution of its culture and lifestyle, the
city has added newer events and festivals in its annual diary.
The Flower Festival is one of the most widely celebrated festivals in Chiang
Mai. Falling in the first weekend of February, this fest features a parade on
Saturday morning, wherein floats are beautifully decorated with flowers. Each
float represents a theme and has a prize to compete for. Public gardens and
parks are also beautifully decorated and put for public display.
Songkran is the festival commemorating the traditional Thai New Year. In Chiang
Mai, this festival is celebrated over a course of three days. Houses and marketplaces
are cleaned and decorated with exquisite things. Various traditional ceremonies
are also held during this festival in Chiang Mai.
The Bo Sang Umbrella Festival is organized by the Bo Sang Umbrella Village,
one of the topmost sites for sightseeing in Chiang Mai. During this festival,
local artistes display and sell handmade umbrellas. These umbrellas are colorful
and come in various shapes and sizes. This is the most unique event in Chiang
Mai.
The Winter Fair Festival in Chiang Mai is a great allure for tourists. During
this time, the city bears a refined look, with all shops and attractions beautifully
decorated. This is also a great time for shopping in Chiang Mai.
The other popular festivals and events in Chiang Mai are Baan Tawai Woodcarving
Fair, Makha Bucha Festival, Yi Peng Lantern Festival, etc. All these festivals
witness voluntary participation from most of the tourists, who are always keen
to learn more about the culture of Chiang Mai.
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