In the Thai tradition, the New Year

In the Thai tradition, the New Year begins early in the morning when faithful Thai Buddhists give alms to Buddhist monks. After that, they release caged animals, especially birds and fish. Elders and parents will be visited and respected by their children and grandchildren. The young pour scented water over their elder's hands, they in return, wish them good health, happiness and prosperity. This tradition of paying respect, is called "Rod Nam Dam Hua". April 14 is called "Family Day".

In the Thai tradition, the New Year begins early in the morning when faithful Thai Buddhists give alms to Buddhist monks. After that, they release caged animals, especially birds and fish. Elders and parents will be visited and respected by their children and grandchildren. The young pour scented water over their elder's hands, they in return, wish them good health, happiness and prosperity. This tradition of paying respect, is called "Rod Nam Dam Hua". April 14 is called "Family Day".

In the Thai tradition the New, Year begins early in the morning when faithful Thai Buddhists give alms to Buddhist, monks. After that they release, caged animals especially birds, and fish. Elders and parents will be visited and respected by their. Children and grandchildren. The young pour scented water over their elder ', s hands they in return wish them good health,,, Happiness and prosperity.This tradition of paying respect is called, "Rod Nam Dam Hua". April 14 is called "Family Day".