In the life of the Buddha, there were three main events that shaped the way his life progressed. The Visakha Bucha Day celebrates each event.
What is the Visakha Bucha Day?
This event is a celebration of the birth, enlightenment and passing away of the Buddha and is a public holiday celebrated by Buddhists in Thailand as well as around the world. This is when people will observe their precepts and conduct meditation.
If you are staying at a Koh Samui resort such as the Santiburi Koh Samui be sure to visit a near by temple on this day to take in the atmosphere.
The three special events
Namely, the birth, enlightenment and death of the Buddha is one of the most important parts of his life.
The rituals
Many people will take Rub Sil, offer donations and offer food to monks on this day.
What can you do?
If you wish, you can avoid eating meat on this day and engage in some spiritual practices that are comfortable to you.
