Ayutthaya Commemorates Atthami Bucha with Grand Funeral Procession Reenacting Buddha's Cremation
Ayutthaya, Thailand, held a grand commemoration of Atthami Bucha (the day of the Buddha's cremation) with a large procession reenacting the event. This event aimed to preserve an important Buddhist tradition and saw significant community participation.
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