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14 October 2008
Boun Ok Phansa and Boat Racing Festival The festival held after the end of the monks’ three-month fast and retreat during the rainy season (Boun Khao Pansa). At dawn on the first day, donations and offerings are made at temples around the city. In the evening, candlelight processions are held at temples and hundreds of colorful floats decorated with flowers, incense and candles are set adrift down the
Mekong River to pay respect to the river spirit. The following day in
Vientiane,
Savannakhet and Champasack Province, a popular and exciting boat racing competition is held to celebrate the
Mekong River.
Boun Khathin
Vaut donc mieux réserver son hébergement pour les 14-15 octobre! 
