Yala:The Vegetarian Festival held at the Lian Fa Am Foundation attracted a large crowd, with participants seeking spiritual fulfillment by abstaining from harming living beings.

According to Thai News Agency, the festival featured a bustling atmosphere, with attendees gathering to enjoy vegetarian meals provided by the foundation. Meals were served three times daily breakfast from 700 AM to 900 AM, lunch from 1130 AM to 130 PM, and dinner from 430 PM to 630 PM, ensuring that festival-goers following the dietary customs had ample access to food.

The 2026 festival took place from October 10th to 18th, spanning nine days based on the Chinese lunar calendar. Some participants began preparations on October 9th with "stomach cleansing" practices. The festival is rooted in Chinese traditions, focusing not only on abstinence from meat but also on moral conduct and self-control, aiming for purity and inner peace.

The event in Yala Province showcases the harmonious coexistence of diverse cultures, where individuals from various ethnic and religious backgrounds unite. It preserves the traditions of Thai people of Chinese descent while fostering understanding and respect for cultural differences, contributing to a peaceful society.