Thailand’s Songkran erupts into nationwide water battles
Sandy Verma | April 14, 2026 12:24 PM CST
Revelers play with water as they celebrate the Songkran holiday, which marks the Thai New Year, in Bangkok, Thailand, April 12, 2026.
The boisterous event, set to run for three days from Monday, is a major draw for tourists, as revelers in colorful clothes spray water on each other in an ancient ritual that symbolizes cleansing, reverence and good fortune.
Photo by Reuters
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