Thailand: Makha Bucha Day

Thailand's Makha Bucha Day is a revered Buddhist holiday commemorating the day when 1,250 disciples spontaneously gathered to hear Buddha's teachings without prior summons. Celebrated on the full moon day of the third lunar month, the occasion is marked by devout Buddhists with acts of merit-making, such as giving alms, attending temples, and observing the five precepts. Makha Bucha Day serves as a reminder of the importance of spiritual practice, mindfulness, and reverence for the Buddha's teachings in the quest for enlightenment.