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As the full moon crests the horizon, ruby orbs of light begin to rise out of the Mekong River. As if by magic, they float silently into the air and then evaporate in the inky blackness, A phenomenon that awes and delights observers privileged to have seen them. For centuries, their existence was a closely-held secret among villagers living near the northeastern town of Nong Khai. Then, the miraculous event was discovered by outsiders who now flock to the riverbanks each October full moon night.

As the full moon crests the horizon, ruby orbs of light begin to rise out of the Mekong River. As if by magic, they float silently into the air and then evaporate in the inky blackness, A phenomenon that awes and delights observers privileged to have seen them. For centuries, their existence was a closely-held secret among villagers living near the northeastern town of Nong Khai. Then, the miraculous event was discovered by outsiders who now flock to the riverbanks each October full moon night.

As the full moon crests the horizon, ruby orbs of light begin to rise out of the Mekong River. As if by magic, they float silently into the air and then evaporate in the inky blackness, A phenomenon that awes and delights observers privileged to have seen them. For centuries, their existence was a closely-held secret among villagers living near the northeastern town of Nong Khai. Then, the miraculous event was discovered by outsiders who now flock to the riverbanks each October full moon night.

To mark the end of Buddhist Lent or ( Ok Pansa ), Communities in Northeastern Thailand or ( I-San ) stage an annual celebration consisting of a grand procession of meticulously carved wax castles, Long-boat races and festive celebrations. On the final day of the festival which falls on the end of the Buddhist Lent, Local residents make a trip to the temples to make merit.

To mark the end of Buddhist Lent or ( Ok Pansa ), Communities in Northeastern Thailand or ( I-San ) stage an annual celebration consisting of a grand procession of meticulously carved wax castles, Long-boat races and festive celebrations. On the final day of the festival which falls on the end of the Buddhist Lent, Local residents make a trip to the temples to make merit.