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Traditions of the Lao Bunpimay Traditional New Year
The Bunpimay New Year also signifies the beginning of a new year. Moreover, the Lao people's Bunpimay New Year has its own unique customs. Let's explore them with DC New Technologies in this article.
What is Bunpimay New Year? When does it take place?
Bunpimay (ປີໃໝ່ລາວ), which means Lao New Year in the Lao language, is a New Year based on the Buddhist calendar. Annually, Bunpimay is usually celebrated for three days in mid-April of the Gregorian calendar. This is the biggest festival of the year in Laos, and the entire Land of a Million Elephants is adorned with the fresh golden color of Dokkhoun flowers. The Lao people celebrate Bunpimay with activities such as water splashing, sand stupa building, and releasing animals to pray for a prosperous and happy new year.