Nongnooch Garden Pattaya Continues the Candle Casting Tradition for 9 Temples in Celebration of Asalha Bucha Day
Today at Nongnooch Garden Pattaya, Mr. Thawatchai Sritong, Governor of Chonburi Province, presided over the ceremony alongside Mr. Kampol Tansajja, President of Nongnooch Garden Pattaya. Executives and honored guests attended the candle casting ceremony for 9 temples. The event was led by Phra Kru Kasem Kittisophon, head monk of Phutaluang sub-district and abbot of Samakkibunpot Temple, along with other monks.
Mr. Kampol stated that Nongnooch Garden Pattaya has been organizing the "Candle Casting for 9 Temples" event annually. This tradition is rooted in ancient Buddhist customs and promotes beautiful Thai traditions to both Thai and international tourists.
The candle casting ceremony will take place from July 9-15, 2024, with candle casting stations set up at 9 temples. After the 7-day casting period, the candles will be offered to the temples, which include Wat Yansangwararam, Wat Sattahip, Wat Samakkibunpot, Wat Najomtien, Wat Ampararam, Wat Bangsare Kongkharam, Wat Khaokhantamat, Wat Nongchubtao, and Wat Sapnaboonsri on July 21, 2024, which coincides with Asalha Bucha Day. The candles will be used for worship during the Buddhist Lent.
