Songkran is a traditional Thai New Year festival, also known as the "Water Festival". It is celebrated every year from April 13 to 15 to mark the beginning of the new solar year and the end of the dry season.
The festival has a deep spiritual and cultural significance, as it is a time for Thai people to pay respect to their ancestors and make merit by visiting temples, making offerings to Buddhist monks, and releasing caged birds and fish back into the wild.
The water-throwing aspect of the festival has its roots in the ancient practice of pouring water on Buddha images and the hands of elders as a sign of respect and good fortune. Over time, it has evolved into a fun and joyous celebration where people splash water on each other as a way of cleansing and purifying themselves of the past year's sins and bad luck, and welcoming in the new year with fresh energy and positivity.
Today, Songkran is one of the most popular festivals in Thailand, attracting visitors from all over the world who come to experience the country's rich cultural heritage and festive spirit