Invitation to Pay Homage and Apply Gold Leaf to Luang Pho That Varuttamo

52nd Songkran Festival Celebration

Wat Chong Samaesan cordially invites all devotees to pay homage and apply gold leaf to Luang Pho That Varuttamo (one of the 108 revered meditation masters of Thailand) during the 52nd Annual Songkran Festival.

This event is organized to preserve Thailand’s cultural traditions, to express gratitude and respect towards parents and ancestors, and to strengthen unity within the local community.

Merit-Making Activities

📅 13–16 April 2025

Morning alms offering and merit-making ceremonies

Held at the Main Sermon Hall (Sala Kan Parian)

📅 19 April 2025 | 08:00 AM

Songkran Kathina-style Forest Robe Offering Ceremony (Pha Pa)

At Luang Pho Dam Vihara

📅 19 April 2025 | 02:00 PM

Traditional Buddha Bathing Ceremony

Water-pouring ceremony for elders

Conclusion of the festival activities

This event is jointly organized by:

Samaesan Subdistrict Administrative Organization

Samaesan Cultural Council

Village Headmen and Community Leaders

Samaesan Community Organizations

🙏 May all participants receive blessings, happiness, prosperity, and good fortune throughout the Thai New Year.