On April 13, 25567, Rajamangala University of Technology Isan, led by Associate Professor Dr. Kosit Sriputhon, RMUTI President, attended the ceremony to invite Phra Khanthararat. Return to Wat Phra Narai Maharat Worawihan. which is part of the activity of the Buddha procession through the city gate arch “Maha Songkran Korat” year 2567 at the Thao Suranaree Monument area. Mueang Nakhon Ratchasima District Nakhon Ratchasima Province
For Phra Gandharath or a monk asking for rain It is considered a sacred amulet of the people of Korat since the reign of King Narai the Great. It is more than 300 years old and is enshrined in the ordination hall of Wat Phra Narai. which the procession of Phra Gandharath It is a tradition that Korat people hold to wish for the city of Korat to have rain according to the season and it is a tradition that has been practiced continuously. But it was lost at some point. Korat people therefore joined together to revive the tradition in order to continue it again. On April 12, 2567, there was a procession of Phra Khantharath enshrined at the Thai Pavilion. Thao Suranaree Monument Square and the ceremony to celebrate Phra Gandharath And this time it will be a ceremony to invite Phra Gandharath. Return to Wat Phra Narai Maharat Worawihan as before.
In this regard, Associate Professor Dr. Kosit Sriputhon, RMUTI president, joined in continuing the Songkran tradition. By pouring water on monks and asking for blessings from the elderly. They also joined in watching the Isaan Thai arts and culture performance from agencies in Nakhon Ratchasima Province at Wat Phra Narai Maharat Worawihan by the Nakhon Ratchasima Provincial Administrative Organization. “Maha Songkran Korat” for the year 2567 also has many activities and entertainment for those attending the event to see, such as a retro dance competition, fountain tunnel, music performances at the Thao Suranaree Monument area. To promote the participation of all sectors in conserving, restoring, and inheriting traditions, heritage, and good cultural wisdom of the local area. Elevate the traditional event Visit Nakhon Ratchasima Province
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