This central Thai province is considering allowing sales of spirits on Cha-am beach and nearby areas on five major Buddhist days to cater to tourists and promote the local economy.Deputy provincial ...

Phetchaburi province is considering permitting alcohol sales on major Buddhist holidays as a strategy to attract more tourists.

The proposal may go into effect as soon as May 11, when Visakha Bucha day, a Buddhist holiday, takes place, said deputy prime minister Prasert Jantararuangtong, the Bangkok Post reported.

On Monday, lighted candles and solemn prayers filled temples nationwide as devotees promised to follow the Buddha's path to celebrate Visakha Bucha Day. The world is perplexed.

Tomorrow is the first Visakha Bucha Day that there won't be activities at temples for lay people to engage in. Because of the Covid-19 outbreak, the Buddhist faithful are recommended to stay home ...