Statements (135)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:festival
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Bangkok
gptkb:Monarch |
| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:statue
Family gatherings Water fights |
| gptkbp:celebrates |
gptkb:Thai_New_Year
gptkb:archaeological_site |
| gptkbp:duration |
3 days
|
| gptkbp:encourages |
community participation
|
| gptkbp:features |
Parades
Cultural performances parades Sand pagoda building Sand pagodas |
| gptkbp:has_variants |
different regions of Thailand
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Songkran Festival
|
| gptkbp:includes |
Parades
Traditional rituals cultural performances sand pagoda building Merit-making activities |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:temple
|
| gptkbp:involves |
Cultural performances
Cultural rituals Visiting temples Rituals for ancestors water fights Pouring water blessing ceremonies Buddha statue washing |
| gptkbp:is_a_time_for |
gptkb:community_service
gptkb:cultural_exchange community bonding cultural education cultural preservation family reunions honoring ancestors spiritual renewal cultural pride promoting peace forgiveness and reconciliation sharing food cleansing and renewal cleaning homes visiting temples cultural reflection strengthening relationships celebrating diversity Reunion with family celebrating unity celebrating life celebrating traditions Making merit making merit celebrating community spirit reflection and respect celebrating water as a source of life honoring cultural values Reflection and respect |
| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
New beginnings
Family gatherings family gatherings Water blessings the end of the dry season |
| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
gptkb:Lanna_style
gptkb:festival gptkb:Monarch gptkb:Thailand gptkb:Fireworks Dance performances Street food Tourists Food festivals Three days Traditional games food festivals Cultural exhibitions Cultural workshops Traditional costumes traditional dances Music events Street parties Thai people pouring water on each other April 13-15 other countries with Thai communities Various regions of Thailand |
| gptkbp:is_characterized_by |
Joyful atmosphere
joyful celebrations |
| gptkbp:is_documented_in |
Cultural studies
Festivals of the world |
| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
Travel guides
|
| gptkbp:is_influenced_by |
Hindu traditions
|
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
gptkb:Thai_New_Year
street parties its vibrant atmosphere Festive atmosphere Street parties Water splashing |
| gptkbp:is_linked_to |
Buddhist beliefs
|
| gptkbp:is_observed_in |
gptkb:Monarch
gptkb:Politician Local communities International visitors |
| gptkbp:is_often_associated_with |
gptkb:mythological_figure
pouring water on Buddha statues |
| gptkbp:is_often_depicted_as |
media and art
|
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
Southeast Asian culture
Thai culture |
| gptkbp:is_popular_in |
gptkb:Laos
gptkb:Myanmar Tourists tourists |
| gptkbp:is_promoted_by |
gptkb:Cultural_events
Social media Tourism boards |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_by |
UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage
|
| gptkbp:known_for |
Water splashing
|
| gptkbp:occurs_in |
gptkb:April
gptkb:Thailand |
| gptkbp:origin |
ancient traditions
Traditional New Year Sanskrit word ' Sankranti' |
| gptkbp:promotes |
gptkb:archaeological_site
Family reunions Cleansing and renewal |
| gptkbp:symbol |
gptkb:organization
Thai culture |
| gptkbp:symbolizes |
Purification
|
| gptkbp:was_marked_by |
gptkb:Thai_New_Year
Public celebrations Public holidays water pouring rituals |