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Makha Bucha Day
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Mar 3Celebrated Nationwide
Celebrated Nationwide
In -62 days
Crowd Level Unknown
Dress CodeModest white clothing for temple
One of the most important Buddhist holidays, commemorating when 1,250 disciples spontaneously gathered to hear Buddha preach. Marked by candlelit processions around temples.
Festival Dates
Date Type: Follows lunar calendar (dates vary yearly)
2025: Feb 12
2026: Mar 3
Best Places to Experience
1Wat Phra Dhammakaya (massive ceremony)Top Pick
2Wat Saket Bangkok
3Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Chiang Mai
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