In Thailand, which festival involves releasing decorated baskets into rivers to honor the water spirits?
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Loi Krathong
Participants release lanterns and floating baskets (krathongs) to symbolize letting go of grudges and bad luck. It takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the Thai lunar calendar.
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