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LoyKratung

November 05, 2006, on the full moon night, the Thai community of this island celebrated the festival of LoyKratung right by the beach. The decoration of the 'kratung', the floats were so beautiful. It was impressive evening full of fun and delight. The celebration of this festival is to thank the water God for all the goodness the water has brought to the lives of the Thai people. By placing the floats they pray that it would take away all the bad luck of the year and bring the good ones to them. The floats were lit and gently floated away under the moonlight. It was beautiful and romantic at the same time. I truly applaud the Thai women especially for they were the ones who put everything together; the most delicious Thai food, the lively music, the graceful dance, the beautifully decorated 'kratung' and last but not least, they even had judges pick-out the best fashion show winners and most outstanding decorated kratung. That was an enjoyable evening.