Thailand’s MOST UNIQUE festival: Experience TRUE JOY at PHI TA KHON

Hey Country Collectors! 🎉🌏 Get ready for a ghostly good time as I, Adam, take you on a spirited adventure through Thailand’s legendary Phi Ta Khon Festival in Dan Sai, Loei Province! 🎭👻 This festival, also known as the Ghost Festival, is where ancient Buddhist traditions meet lively local folklore, creating a spooky celebration like no other. It’s truly a festival to DIE for! If you want to experience the true joy of a celebration, then this is the video for you! Imagine Mardi Gras meets Halloween in an explosion of color and culture that will leave you enchanted and eager for more! 🌟✨ 🕒 Day 1 Highlights – July 7, 2024: * 3:30 AM: Rise and shine with the Brahmin ordination ceremony at Phon Chai Temple. The early ghost catches the spirit! * 4:00 AM: Dive into the Phra Upakut opening ceremony between the Man and Sok Rivers. It’s a spiritual wake-up call! * 6:00 AM: Alms-giving to monks on Phra Kaew Asa Road. Let’s make some merit before the spirits start stirring. * 8:30 AM: Say farewell to Chao Pho Kuan and Goddess Nang Thiam at Ban Den Cultural Center. It’s time to bid a ghostly goodbye! * 9:00 AM: Join the Chaopho Kuan procession from Chao Pho Kuan’s house to Wat Phon Chai. The ghostly parade begins! * 1:00 PM: Enjoy stage performances at Wat Phon Chai. Entertainment so good, it’s almost scary! * 4:00 PM: Participate in the Royal Remembrance Day ceremony at Phra That Si Song Rak. Paying tribute with a touch of the supernatural. * 7:00 PM: End the day with music and performances at the center stage in front of Dan Sai District Office. Ghosts just wanna have fun! 🕒 Day 2 Highlights – July 8, 2024: * 9:00 AM: Kick off the Bun Luang tradition with the grand opening ceremony. The spook-tacular fun continues! * 10:00 AM: Watch the spectacular Phi Ta Khon procession. Ghosts, ghouls, and giggles galore! * 3:00 PM: Attend the Bai Sri Ceremony at Chao Por Kuan’s house. Honoring Phra Vessantara with a ghostly twist. * 3:30 PM: Follow the procession bringing Phra Vessantara into the city. A hauntingly beautiful tradition. * 7:00 PM: Wrap up the day with more music and Phi Ta Khon performances at the center stage. It’s a boo-tiful evening! 🕒 Day 3 Highlights – July 9, 2024: * 2:30 AM - 6:00 PM: Experience the Mahachat sermon at Phon Chai Temple. Thirteen chapters of spiritual insights and ghostly tales. * Throughout the Day: Enjoy the Kantha procession, where the community’s faith and devotion shine through. It’s the ghost of all processions! 📸 Highlights Include: * Ghostly processions and mask-making madness * Traditional ceremonies and spooky cultural insights * Interviews with local ghouls and festival participants * Stunning visuals of Dan Sai’s vibrant, haunted streets 👍 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more travel inspiration and adventures around the world! 🌏✨ 💕 Join me over on Patreon:  / thecountrycollectors   ☕️ Support my channel here: 👕 Buy My Merch: -... 📷 Shop My Travel Gear: 🏥 Get Travel Insurance like Me: 🔔 Don’t miss out: Turn on post notifications to catch all of our updates. 🔔 DLING, DLING, DLING, DLING THE BELL! So you don’t miss out on any of our fun and exciting experiences together! So, COUNTRY COLLECTORS, grab your passport and join me, on the adventure of a lifetime as we unlock the wonders of Thailand together! Whether it’s your first visit or you’re a seasoned traveler, there’s always something new to discover in the Land of Smiles. Let’s make memories that will last a lifetime, ADAM #PhiTaKhonFestival #GhostFestival #DanSai #LoeiProvince #TheCountryCollectors #TravelThailand #Festivals #CulturalAdventure #SpookyCelebration #TravelVlog #ExploreThailand