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For travel lovers, the sky lantern festival in Chiang Mai, Thailand is no stranger. As the festival date draws near, can you really resist an invitation to witness this magical experience and create unforgettable memories?
The Chiang Mai sky lantern festival is known as the Yi Peng Lantern Festival. Many often confuse Yi Peng with the Loy Krathong festival. However, they are two distinct events. Yi Peng celebrates the release of lanterns into the sky, while Loy Krathong is a festival of floating lanterns in water. The only similarity—and the reason for the confusion—is that both festivals take place around the same time in Chiang Mai.
Yi Peng is the festival where lanterns are released into the sky, completely different from the Loy Krathong festival that takes place at the same time in Chiang Mai
When will the Chiang Mai sky lantern festival take place in 2022?
According to the Lanna calendar used by the Thai people, the Chiang Mai sky lantern festival occurs on the full moon of the 12th lunar month every year. As a result, the exact dates on the Gregorian calendar vary each year. In 2022, the festival will be held on November 8th and 9th.
At the same time, the Loy Krathong lantern festival will also be held in Chiang Mai on November 8, 2022, lasting for just one day. You can easily plan to participate in both festivals and immerse yourself in the experience.
In 2022, the Yi Peng festival will take place on November 8th and 9th according to the Gregorian calendar
What can you expect to experience at the Yi Peng sky lantern festival?
- Marvel at the dazzling and grand festival atmosphere: Of course, by booking a flight to Chiang Mai during the festival, you'll be treated to a breathtaking sight as every street and alley in Chiang Mai is beautifully decorated.
- Join in the unique activities of the festival: During the festival, numerous exciting events will take place for you to freely explore and participate. You can enjoy local markets offering unique products, food stalls filled with authentic Thai flavors, as well as witness religious ceremonies and meditation sessions, all within the spiritual and traditional framework of the Land of Golden Temples, offering an emotionally rich experience.
- Take part in the festival’s main event – releasing lanterns into the sky: The highlight and most captivating part of the festival remains the release of countless sparkling lanterns into the vast night sky, creating an enchanting and stunning scene.
- Combine your visit with exploring other famous spots in Chiang Mai: The sky lantern festival in Chiang Mai takes place only in the evening. Therefore, during the day, you should take advantage of the time to explore the city's top attractions, such as Doi Inthanon National Park, White Temple, Blue Temple, and the Night Safari.
-At the Yi Peng festival, visitors can witness many unique and special rituals
- Book a flight to Chiang Mai
Since the festival takes place around late October to early November according to the Vietnamese calendar, travelers planning to book a flight to Chiang Mai should consider making reservations now to avoid higher ticket prices as the date approaches.
From Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, you can book direct flights to Chiang Mai. Alternatively, you can choose to fly to Bangkok first and then take a domestic flight to Chiang Mai.
If you have any questions or need assistance with booking your flight, please contact the customer service hotline 1900 2083 from Mytour for quick and efficient support.
T. Nam, 22/09/2022 15:20
