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Get Soaked At Songkran
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What it is
Songkran is Thai New Year, celebrated with water fights.
How to do it
Chiang Mai and Bangkok have the biggest celebrations.
Top tip
Keep your phone in a waterproof pouch.
Why it’s on my list
Every year from April 13 to 15, the Songkran festival, marking the traditional Thai New Year, takes place across Thailand. In addition to visiting local temples, people flock to the streets to take part in wide-ranging water fights. The throwing of water has traditionally been a sign of respect and well-wishing, as revellers hope to wash away bad luck.