Believed to be the birthplace of the vegetarian festival in Thailand, Phuket has decided to hold its well-known and much-loved vegetarian or Je festival from October 5 to 15 this year despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. As befits the situation, this time the celebration will be held in accordance with the “new normal manner.

 

That means putting the brakes on the usual spectacular displays of supernatural powers and some other activities. In addition, the festival is aimed at preserving the long-celebrated tradition rather than attracting tourists.

 

Bhummikitti Ruktaengam, President of the Phuket Tourist Association, told Thai PBS World that the Vegetarian Festival usually drew a large number of tourists to the island but that wouldn’t be happening this year.

 

Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/tradition-prevails-as-phuket-prepares-to-host-vegetarian-festival/

 

-- © Copyright Thai PBS 2021-09-28

 

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Thank the gods ... I have been soooooo hankering to pierce my skin with all manner of skewers multiple times since last festival rolled around!