Friday, April 18, 2008

Khmer New Year's Celebration 2551-2552

The Khmer New Year or (ចូលឆ្នាំខ្មែរ Chol Chnam Khmer) usually takes place from April 13th -15th, during the dry season when most of farmers have just finished their work in the rice fields. Astrologers determine the exact time and date by calculating the exact moment the new animal protector (tiger, dragon, or snake) arrives. Cambodians spend the entire month of April in preparation for the celebration, cleaning and decorating their house with candles, lights, star shaped lanterns and flowers. During the first three days, everyone travels to the pagodas to offer food to the monks.






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