Every November, Thailand celebrates Loy Krathong Day, which falls on the full moon of the 12th lunar month according to the Thai lunar calendar. Each region of the country observes the festival with its own beliefs and traditions, reflecting distinctive local identities.
In order to promote the preservation of Thai wisdom and to pass on the Loy Krathong tradition so that it endures and gains international recognition, the Faculty of Home Economics Technology, Rajamangala University of Technology Phra Nakhon (RMUTP), in collaboration with the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Culture, organized a demonstration of four regional styles of krathong-making under the concept “Loy Krathong Thai Way: A Tribute to the Mother of the Land.”
Assistant Professor: Rungruthai Rampuengjit, Associate Dean for Administration, explained that the Faculty of Home Economics Technology, widely known as Chotivetch, possesses strong expertise in the art of traditional Thai floral craftsmanship. This art form is characterized by its delicacy, elegance, and refinement, clearly reflecting Thailand’s cultural identity. As a result, the faculty has been selected by the government on numerous occasions to showcase its craftsmanship at important events in order to promote Thai arts and culture. For this year’s Loy Krathong activities, the university had the opportunity to present four regional styles of floating krathongs, with lecturers and students from the Applied Home Economics program jointly demonstrating and exhibiting krathongs made from natural materials distinctive to each region.
Southern Region – Phra That Nakhon Krathong:
Elegantly crafted from pure white spider lily petals, shaped to resemble the Phra Maha That Chedi of Nakhon Si Thammarat, a revered symbol of Southern faith. The krathong is further adorned with intricate Nang Talung shadow-puppet motifs, reflecting the rich and valuable folk art heritage of the South.
Northeastern Region – Naga Krathong of Isan:
Combining the beauty of banana leaves and flower petals, intricately arranged into the form of the mythical Naga, a symbol of abundance and spiritual belief among the Isan people. This refined craftsmanship conveys the legendary narratives of the Mekong River basin.
Northern Region – Lanna Yi Peng Lantern Krathong:
Creatively made from fresh banana leaves and fragrant flowers, decorated with miniature Yi Peng lanterns, symbolizing the tradition of releasing lanterns into the sky. The design harmoniously blends the Loy Krathong and Yi Peng traditions, which are distinctive hallmarks of Lanna culture.
Northeastern Region – Naga KrathongCentral Region – Blooming Lotus Krathong of the Chao Phraya: of Isan:
Representing the heart of the Loy Krathong tradition, this krathong is crafted from banana leaves and fresh lotus flowers, arranged in the form of a blooming lotus. It symbolizes purity and the cleansing of negativity, preserving the timeless and graceful traditional krathong style of the Central region.
The exhibition was honored by the presence of Mr.Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, together with members of the Cabinet, who visited and viewed the showcased works on 4 November 2025 at Government House.
