Schedule
: 18-22 October 2002
Venue
: Wat Sangkat Rattana Khiri, Amphoe Muang, Uthai Thani
Origin
:
This tradition appears in the Buddhist tale called Wan Thewo
Rohanasut. The story tells of the time when Lord Buddha
returned to Earth from a star after visiting his mother.
He performed a miracle so people can see the heaven, the
Earth and hell all at once.
That day is called "Thewo Rohana Day." The Tak Bat Thewo
tradition is derived from this belief. Uthai Thani Province
has a site that resembles the one in the Buddhist legend
that is the multi-tiered roof on the peak of Sakae Krang
mountain in the city and there is Wat Sangkat Rattana Khiri
at the foot.
The festival features over 300 monks coming down from Sakae
Krang mountain to receive offerings from Buddhists. This
is truly a rare and beautiful sight.
Activities :
- Tak Bat Thewo merit making and a procession of Lord Buddha's
biography.
- Folk plays and entertainment.
- Stores selling agricultural products and local goods.
| Nearby
Tourist Spots : |
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Khao Sakae Krang (Muang) |
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is
the location of the multi-tiered roof under which is
the replica of Lord Buddha's footprint. A good view
of the town can be seen from the peak. |
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Sakae Krang River (Muang) |
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flows
through the province. The traditional lifestyle of people
of the province can be seen on both sides. There are
still rafts on the river and residents still have fishing
and fruit growing as the main occupations. |
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Thung Yai Naresuan-Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Reserve
(Lan Sak) |
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was
named a "World Heritage Site" in 1991 due to its diversity
of flora and fauna. It is also the largest continuous
forest reserve in Southeast Asia. |
| For
more information, contact : |
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Uthai Thani Provincial Office. |
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Tel.
(056) 520739 |
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TAT Central Region Office: Area 7 (Lop Buri). |
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Tel.
(036) 422768-9, fax (036) 424089 |
