Boun Khao Chi (Makhaboussa)

During February (depending on the lunar calendar)

Next date for this event: 21 February 2027

A ceremony is held at the temple in the morning, when a special "bread made of sticky rice" is offered. This festival is held during the third full moon of the lunar calendar. The festival commemorates the original teachings of Lord Buddha given to over a thousand monks who came spontaneously to hear him preach. The festival is marked by grand parades of candle-bearing worshippers circling their local temples, merit-making, and much religious music and chanting.

On the morning, after morning alms, people meet in the temple to cook local pieces of sticky rice.

This festival is held during the third full moon of the lunar calendar. It happens the same day Wat Phou Festival in Champasak.

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