Vacation Thailand - Naga Fireball Phenomenon  ... by ash-hotel.com
Nong Khai Mekong River full moon festivals in Thailand October each year

    Travel along the banks of the Mekong River where ancient civilisations and lifestyles have blended and endure to this day.  You may have heard about Naga Fireball in Mekong River - in Nong Khai Province, the prehistoric paintings at Pha Tam beside the Mekong or of the traditional boat races on the River, but these are only a few episodes from the story of the riverside. The banks of the Mekong River are dotted with islets and rocky out crops as well as cliffs and forests with enchanting waterfalls.  Meanwhile, further inland gentle people are happy to show you their cultural legacy. When you have experienced the unique charm of the Mekong River, You'll understand why the locals love their homelands so dearly.

full moon  -  Monday 21 October 2002, Friday 10 October 2003, Thursday 28 October 2004

Naga fireball in Mekong River

17 - 23 October 2002,  
Naga Fireball Phenomenon, Nong Khai Province
See for yourself  the beautiful, mysterious and unexplained Naga Fireball natural phenomenon and enjoy  a whole variety of activities. Amaze yourself as you watch the mysterious globular fires of Naga Fireball - resembling fire flies from a distance the crimson balls shoot up quietly from the river  The phenomenon occurs each year full moon night of 11 month of lunar year You can also participate in a whole host of other  activities in this area of ancient cultures.

October 17-23  
Enjoy a huge variety of delicious food in the City, While watching Mekong regional art and cultural performances along Rim Kong Road, on the banks of the Mekong River.

October 18-20  
Mini  light  and sound show of the legends in tribute to the Naga Fireball. Watch the illuminated floats that light up the entire river in respect to the Naga.  

October 20
Marathon Run across the Thai-Laos Friendship Bridge. Ceremonial consecration of the Naga and sacred relics of the river Stupa Mueang District.

October 21
Long Boat race in competition for a Royal trophy celebrates the end of Buddhist Lent. A spectacular river procession of traditional annual Wax Sculpture Competition. Rites of respect are performed for the Naga at Ponepisai District. The Charming Loy Krathong Festival normally  takes place in November but in Nong Khai Province it  is always held in October.

At dusk, on October 21,  watch the extraordinary and exciting natural phenomenon of Naga  Fireball, from along the banks of the Mekong River.  Phon Phisak, Sri Chiang Mai, Pak Khad, Rattana Wapi, and Bung Kan districts are the best viewing spots for this rare unexplained phenomenon

October 22  
Merit making rites, known as Tak Baat Thewo Rohana

October 23
The finals of the Long Boat races

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