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Starts with sprinklers on 12th April and ends on 15th April with water trucks, pistol and barrels. What a coincidence to get wet on the hottest time of the year. Through day and night, ebony the water fights, water barrels poured over you and shots with water pistols. More to the Songkran festival is to visit the Wats (Buddhist monasteries) to pray and give food to the monks. Bangkok is alive and kicking day and night for this fantastic watery celebration. Fly down to Bangkok for a quick break and a relaxing three day holiday. Get in to water fights, splashes and shoots all over the city through every corner, alley and street in Bangkok. Fly with us through our<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelcenter.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #00ccff;\"><strong>cheap flights<span style=\"text-align: left;\">.<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thailand event calendar is packed and booked for the whole of 2012 awaiting festivals, events, parties and many more. Of all the vibrant events, Songkran is a traditional festival popular among the nation. Happens every April and you wouldn\u2019t want to miss out the fun and excitement out in Bangkok, Thailand. 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