But before the kids can wander in the streets, the Buddha images are washed with perfumed water. It marks as a gesture for good luck in the Laos community. Later, the youth pays respect to elders and seek their blessing by pouring water on their hands.
Among all the places of Laos, Luang Prabang spreads charm in its own style. Unlike other parts of the country, this city continues the festival mood for more than just 3 days. Here people can be found throwing bucket of water until the last day of the week. The Lao people have an ideology behind flooding the streets with water. As a part of their ancient belief, people consider water as a sign of purity. They believe that water washes away bad things of the past and gives rise to new and positive beginnings. The water festival is amplified when the days of celebration is followed by a costume parade. Upon visiting the sandy beaches of Muang Khoun, you can see kids as well elders playing with sand to create statues of Buddha as a New Year’s gesture.
15th April does not account to any day which means, it is neither a new year nor an old year. However, all these days, the fun of spilling water continues. Do not miss the chance to witness the aesthetic lifestyle of the lovely country, you must plan a Cambodia and Laos tour. Cambodia is also not behind in becoming the major tourist attraction. People from all around the world come to witness the historic incarnations of the Royal Palace and Architectural mystery. So along the way to Laos, pick your tour to Cambodia with Cambodia Tour Package and experience the rush of both culture and history!
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