The Thai Community in Abuja and several invited guests from the international community celebrated Loy Krathong (also spelled kratong) in Abuja on Saturday, the 20th of November 2010, at the poolside of the American International School of Abuja. Present were the Ambassador of Thailand and his wife who led the ceremony. Our internet research says: "Loy Krathong is as old as Thai heritage and represents a close bond between Thai culture and water. The festival takes place on the full moon night of the twelfth lunar month when the water level is high and the climate is cooler. Participants ask water spirits to sail away their troubles in their krathongs, which are containers traditionally made from banana leaves and carrying offerings of incense, lotus flowers and small money."
The following photos were taken by Inside Track Magazine:
Loy Krathong Festival (of Thai origin) was held at the poolside of the American Internationl School of
Abuja on November 20, 2010. Photo by Araceli Aipoh
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