#PengPud is a ceremony that we believe will bring good fortune to the participants, their families and friends.
In terms of history, Peng Pud is a Lanna culture that combines Thai Lue traditions inspired by Burma and Thai Lue, Southern China, with Thai Yai culture. As a result, it has become a custom passed down to the current day. The ceremony will take place on Wednesday, the full moon day.
Practical etiquette
- Dress right: It’s essential to dress appropriately. Cover your shoulders, legs, and torso like you go to the temple. You can wear comfortable shoes like flip-flops as you may have to take them off during the ceremony.
- Prepare food and flowers: You should have dry food and flowers on hand to give to the monks during the ritual. This is available in a local market or local store.
- Be careful with your hands: This is only for women; it is a traditional rule that women and monks cannot touch. Pay close attention to where you stand and when you make your offer.
- It’s midnight, not dawn: Peng Pud is unique, and you must arrive at the appropriate moment to give offerings. So don’t mix up the usual almsgiving in the morning. Peng Pud is at 12 a.m.
With great pleasure, we welcome you to Athita, the Hidden Court Chiang Saen, to participate in the traditional Peng Pud ritual. We look forward to having you join us.