Makha Bucha in Bangkok

Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and some other Southeast Asian countries. It falls on the full moon day of the third lunar month, which usually falls in February or March in the Gregorian calendar.

The holiday commemorates a significant event in Buddhist history when 1,250 disciples spontaneously gathered to hear the Buddha preach without any prior agreement. This event is believed to have occurred nine months after the Buddha's enlightenment and is considered one of the most important events in the Buddhist tradition.

During Makha Bucha, Buddhists participate in various activities such as visiting temples, making merit by giving offerings to monks, practicing meditation, and observing the five precepts of Buddhism. It's a day for reflection, gratitude, and deepening one's spiritual practice.

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