The candle festival at Thung Sri Muang Park in Ubon Ratchathani provence Thailand is spectacular.  It marks the beginning of Buddhist Lent where all monks must remain confined to their temples or place of residence for a period of 3 months during the rainy season.  The candle symbolizes offerings from the community for appreciation of their sacrifice.  These  pictures from the night viewing of some of the candle floats, the Candle Festival procession and the Miss Candle beauty contest.
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