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Yi Peng Lantern Festival (Yee Peng)

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This festival is celebrated primarily in the northern Thai city of Chiang Mai which sees thousands of "khom loi" paper lanterns launched simultaneously into the night sky along with a wish for good fortune in the new year. The ceremony has its roots in Buddhism and is held each year for three nights, starting with the night of the full moon. It sometimes coincides with Loy Krathong, when lotus-shaped baskets decorated with flowers and candles are released into rivers.
Basic Info Add / Edit
Category

Annual Nighttime Lantern Festival

Secondary Category (If any)

October Event | November Event

Price / Entry Fee

Main Yi Peng Festival (at Mae Jo University): THB 5,600 to 12,500 (Mostly for locals)
Other Yi Peng Festivals: THB 2,900 to 4,500
FREE Yi Peng Festivals available (e.g. Tha Phae Gate)

Opening Period

End-October to Early-November (3 nights, starting with the night of the full moon)

Known For

Scenic Beauty
Famous Filming Location Event
Inspiration for Disney's Tangled (2010) Lantern Festival
Top Travel Destination in Asia

Booking Recommendation

>3 Months Before

Chiang Mai, Thailand

Special Info & Comments

Coincides with the Loy Krathong Festival
Booking for major Yi Peng Festivals is recommended as early as possible

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