Festival of Lights in Chonburi

At a press conference on December 10, Deputy Governor of Chonburi Thammasak Rattanathanya said that the Festival of Lights, viewing the sacred image, and continuing the line of artistry is organized annually to pay homage to the holy relic enshrined on the breast of Phra Buddha Maha Vajira Uttamobhat Satsada, known as the stone carved Buddha of the Ninth Reign, in Sattahip district, Chonburi province. The 6th Festival of Lights will take place in the ceremonial area in front of the sculpted Buddha. 

The Deputy Governor of Chonburi noted that the event will promote cultural tourism in the province, adding that the festival will feature a light procession in honor of the sculpted image, masked drama performance of Ramayana, cultural shows, and a bazaar.