Yi Peng

Yi Peng is a traditional Thai festival celebrated mainly in Chiang Mai, where thousands of lanterns are released into the night sky. The lanterns are made of paper with a bamboo frame and are lit with candles or small flames. The act symbolizes releasing negative thoughts and making wishes for good luck, prosperity, or health. The event coincides with Loy Krathong and creates a breathtaking spectacle of glowing lanterns ascending into the sky, emphasizing themes of renewal and hope. It is a culturally significant event that combines spiritual symbolism with communal celebration.