Chinese Vegetarian Festival

The "Chow Sue Kong Shrine" in Talad Noi is holding the "Sajab Day" ceremony ahead of the official start of the Vegetarian Festival (Thai called it "Kin-Jae").

Once again, it's time for the festival that celebrates the culture and traditions of Thai people of Chinese descent, as well as those who follow these customs. The "2024 Vegetarian Festival" takes place from the 1st to the 9th of the 9th lunar month, according to the Chinese lunar calendar, which typically falls between September and October. On this day (October 2, 2024), the "Chow Sue Kong Shrine (Sun Leng Yi Temple)" , an over 200-year-old shrine beloved by the Hoklo Chinese and Talad Noi community, kicked off the festival with the "Sajab Day" (the Day of Inviting the Gods). This.

During the event, participants dressed in white from head to toe, holding incense and budding lotus flowers as they gathered to honor the "Huk Chou". The festivities also featured a dragon procession and the lighting of firecrackers to bring good fortune.