Songkran is Thailand's New Year national holiday.
Songkran is usually celebrated on the 13th of April following the solar calendar.
The word "Songkran" comes from a Sanskrit word that means transformation or change.
During this festival, it is a traditional ritual to pour water on Buddha statues to symbolize purification and the washing away of one's sins and bad luck.
The Songkran holiday is also known for its water festival.
