Phetchabun (Thailand) – September 15, 2017 (travelindex.com) – The province of Phetchabun, together with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), cordially invites you to the Um Phra Dam Nam Festival 2017, taking place from September 19 to 23, 2017, at Phetchabun Buddha Garden, Wat Trai Phum, and Wat Bot Chana Man. The festival aims to showcase the traditions of the province. Enjoy a diverse program including parades through the city, water processions, the Um Phra Dam Nam Festival, and culinary delights.

The Um Phra Dam Nam Festival is an annual tradition in Phetchabun, held on Sart Thai Day, the 15th day of the waning moon in the 10th month. On the day of the ceremony, the Governor of Phetchabun immerses the Phra Putta Maha Thammaracha, the priceless Buddha statue of Phetchabun, in the water. Locals believe that this sacred ritual will bring good fortune and peace to the city. It is believed that timely rain will bring a bountiful harvest and that good luck will last long in Phetchabun province. The 2017 Um Phra Dam Nam Festival included the following key activities.

Tuesday, September 19, 2017 – Sacred Offering Ceremony at Wat Trai Phum 9:09 a.m. – Procession with Buddha statues through the city 6:00 p.m. – Opening ceremony by Deputy Prime Minister Thanasak Patimapakorn 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, September 20, 2017 – The Um Phra Dam Nam ceremony on the shore of Wat Bot Chana Man at 10:39 a.m.

Thursday, September 21-22, 2017 – The boat races on the shore of Wat Trai Phum.

Further information can be obtained from the municipality of Phetchabun on telephone number 056 711 007 or from the TAT office in Phitsanulok on telephone numbers 055 252 742-3 and 055 259 907.