Thailand, Chiang Mai, San Sai. Revellers launch khom loi (sky lanterns) into the night sky during the Yi Peng festival. The ceremony is a Lanna (northern Thailand) tradition and coincides with Loy Krathong festivities. The khom loi are released in the belief that grief and misfortune will float await them, bringing good luck.
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Thailand, Chiang Mai, San Sai. Revellers launch khom loi (sky lanterns) into the night sky during the Yi Peng festival. The ceremony is a Lanna (northern Thailand) tradition and coincides with Loy Krathong festivities. The khom loi are released in the belief that grief and misfortune will float await them, bringing good luck.
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