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Apr
Lao New Year, also called "Pi Mai," is a fun and special celebration in Laos that starts on April 13th. It marks the beginning of the new year in the traditional Lao calendar. People celebrate by throwing water at each other to wash away bad luck and to start fresh. There are parades with lots of colors, and people visit temples to give offerings and receive blessings. Everyone cleans their houses to welcome good luck, and families come together to enjoy traditional food, music, and dance. It's a happy time full of joy and new beginnings!
How to celebrate Lao New Year?
For Lao New Year, start by cleaning your home to bring good luck. Then, wear new clothes and join everyone in pouring water on Buddha statues for blessings. Visit your family and friends, and sprinkle water on them too, as a way to wash away bad luck. Don't forget to enjoy delicious Lao food like sticky rice, papaya salad, and grilled chicken. Watch the parades, and see the beautiful traditional Lao dances and music. Play fun water games with friends, and laugh a lot! Finally, make wishes for a happy new year. Enjoy every moment with family and friends!
Where Lao New Year is celebrated?
- - Thailand
- - Laos
- - Myanmar
- - Cambodia
- - Sri Lanka
