Cultural Traditions in Thailand (Cultural Traditions in My World)

Thailand's culture is a blending of the Buddhist religion and ancient traditions passed down through centuries. This interesting book describes how influences from surrounding countries such as India, China, Cambodia, and others in southeast Asia have helped to develop many of the colorful festivals celebrated today.;About Thailand -- Let's celebrate! -- Magha Puja -- Chakri Day -- Songkran -- Labor Day -- Buddha's Birthday -- Royal Ploughing Ceremony -- Dharma Day -- Khao Phansa -- The Queen's Birthday -- Loy Krathong -- The King's Birthday -- Constitution Day -- Glossary and index. Thailand's culture is a blending of the Buddhist religion and ancient traditions passed down through centuries. This interesting book describes how influences from surrounding countries such as India, China, Cambodia, and others in southeast Asia have helped to develop many of the colorful festivals celebrated today. Young readers will also learn how the Thai people celebrate family occasions. Thailand;,Asia;,festival;,religion;,government;,food;,traditions;,country;,celebration Thailand,Asia,festival,religion,government,food,traditions,country,celebration Thailand's culture is a blending of the Buddhist religion and ancient traditions passed down through centuries. This book describes how influences from surrounding countries such as India, China, Cambodia, and others in southeast Asia have helped to develop many of the colourful festivals celebrated today. About Thailand Let's celebrate! Magha Puja Chakri Day Songkran Labor Day Buddha's Birthday Royal Ploughing Ceremony Dharma Day Khao Phansa The Queen's Birthday Loy Krathong The King's Birthday Constitution Day Glossary and further reading. Book annotation not available for this Cultural Traditions in Aloian, Crabtree Pub CoPublication 2012/08/30Number of 32Binding LIBRARYLibrary of 2012024787