Thais usually return to their homes in the country for Thai New Year in April. Many people are off from work the whole week. During this festival, Thais will pay respect to their elders and visit friends. At the local temple or a place announced by the community, Thais will come to give blessings and politely pour water on the shoulder of the elders. Besides this formal ceremony, children and teenagers partake in a massive 3 day water fight. They splash and spray water on anyone in close proximity, including adults, police, and tourists. This New Year is the year 2553 according to the Buddhist calendar.
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