From April 13th to 15th, the annual Songkran Festival will be held. During Songkran, people pour water on each other as a blessing, an event that symbolizes washing away dust and bringing good luck and health.
As the 2024 Songkran Festival is approaching, the streets and alleys of Kunming have quietly filled the streets with a cheerful atmosphere of the festival. Recently, a reporter from Chuncheng Evening News-Kaiping News visited major supermarkets in Kunming and found that the necessary supplies for the Songkran Festival, such as water guns, watering cans, waterproof bags, etc., have been put on the shelves and have become popular commodities that citizens are vying to buy.
Offline sales are booming
The reporter saw in Luosi Bay, Kunming, that many shops were placed in front of Songkran supplies. Colorful water guns, watering cans of different shapes, and a variety of waterproof bags are dazzling. The price of water guns ranges from 30 yuan to hundreds of yuan.
Merchants said that with the approach of the Songkran Festival, the sales of these goods are rising, and there are citizens and tourists from other places who come to buy every day. Merchants have also prepared sufficient supplies in advance to meet the needs of citizens.
Mr. Li, a tourist from other places who was picking out a water gun, said excitedly: "I flew from Harbin to Kunming to participate in the Songkran Festival, which is a very rare experience. I bought a large water gun and was ready to enjoy splashing water with my friends. Ms. Zhang, a consumer, said: "Our family participates in the Songkran Festival every year, and the children especially like this festival. This year, in addition to buying water guns, we also prepared many waterproof bags to ensure that the phone and camera will not get wet with water. ”
A shopping mall owner surnamed Chen told reporters: "This is not only a grand sales event, but also a cultural exchange." In this festival, everyone, regardless of age and gender, can find their own happiness and share the joy and coolness of this tradition. ”
Of course, among the many water splashing tools, basins are still the first choice for many people. Mr. Zheng said in an interview: "I think the simplest water splashing tool is the basin, which is practical and convenient. This time we went to Xishuangbanna to celebrate the Songkran Festival, so we were going to bring a few pots to enjoy the fun of splashing water with everyone. ”
Ms. Liu from Xishuangbanna told reporters that a good tool is very important, such as a water gun, a basin, and a bucket...... As long as it can hold water, it can be a "weapon". With the advent of the Songkran Festival, the Songkran supplies market in Luosi Bay in Kunming is becoming more and more popular.
Online related products are selling well
In addition to traditional brick-and-mortar store sales, online platforms have also ushered in a peak in the sales of Songkran supplies. The reporter saw on an e-commerce platform that the monthly sales of goods related to the Songkran Festival have exceeded 10,000+. The price ranges from 20 yuan to 100 yuan, which meets the needs of different consumers. Many merchants have also launched preferential activities, attracting a large number of consumers to place orders online. The convenience and abundant choices of online shopping have made more and more citizens choose to buy Songkran supplies online.
On the shopping platform, all kinds of water fight artifacts and equipment are dazzling. From the traditional knapsack water gun, to the long storage water gun, to the electric repeating water gun with a sense of science and technology, these new water combat equipment not only has a longer range and more complete functions, but also has a unique shape and bright colors, adding more fun and surprises to the festival.
In addition to the water gun, the merchant has also launched a series of package combinations to meet the needs of consumers for one-stop shopping. These packages include not only practical accessories such as goggles and waterproof bags for mobile phones, but also fun items such as water balloons and splash balloons, with prices ranging from 50 yuan to 200 yuan. Consumers can choose the right package to purchase according to their needs and budget.
Social platforms are also lively
With the Songkran Festival approaching, a strong festive atmosphere has quietly spread on major social platforms. Many netizens are looking for a "splashing partner" on social platforms. They either left a message in the comment area or contacted them by private message, hoping to find like-minded friends and go to Xishuangbanna together to experience the joy of the Songkran Festival. Some of these "splashing partners" are from the same city, and some are across thousands of mountains and rivers and come together because of the common festival of Songkran.
Some travel bloggers and photographers are also starting to get busy. They carefully planned their itinerary and were ready to record every wonderful moment of Songkran with their cameras. From the lively street splashing scene to the unique display of ethnic culture, their works will undoubtedly become the most beautiful witness of the Songkran Festival.
On social media, #泼水节#的话题标签更是热度不断攀升. Netizens have shared their travel strategies, water splashing equipment and various reveries for the Songkran Festival. These topics not only enrich the content of social media, but also let more people understand the charm of Songkran, a traditional festival.
At the same time, merchants have also seen this business opportunity and have launched preferential activities related to the Songkran Festival. From characteristic national costumes to all kinds of water guns, from Songkran themed souvenirs to food festival activities, all attract the attention of consumers. These activities not only add more color to the Songkran Festival, but also bring considerable benefits to the merchants.
In such an atmosphere, Songkran is no longer just a traditional festival. It has become a cultural phenomenon, a bond that connects people from different places and backgrounds. In this festival, people put down their busy work and life to celebrate and rejoice together. The Songkran Festival has become a symbol of the unique festival feelings in people's hearts.
These risks cannot be ignored
When browsing the major social platforms, the reporter found that with the approach of the Songkran Festival in Yunnan, many tourists have planned to come to experience this grand festival. Among them, many tourists choose to find a roomshare partner on social platforms in order to save travel costs or find companions on the trip. However, I would like to remind you that although sharing seems to be economical and convenient, the risks involved cannot be ignored.
First of all, sharing a room involves living with strangers, and there may be great differences between the two parties in terms of living habits, work and rest rules, etc., which may lead to conflicts or discomfort in the process of getting along. Secondly, safety is also an important factor to consider when sharing a house. When choosing a sharing partner, there is no way to fully understand the background, personality and conduct of the other party, which increases the potential safety hazards. In addition, privacy protection is also a concern. In a co-living space, protect your privacy and avoid leakage of personal information.
If you choose to share a room, it is recommended that you choose a partner with high credibility and good evaluation on social platforms, and fully communicate with each other in advance to understand each other's living habits and expectations. At the same time, it is also necessary to raise security awareness and protect personal belongings and privacy. Keep yourself safe and comfortable while having fun traveling.
Although the sharing of a house has a certain appeal, the risks involved cannot be ignored. While we pursue economic convenience, we should pay more attention to safety and comfort. I hope you can have a pleasant and safe time during your trip to the Songkran Festival in Yunnan.
As a traditional festival of Dai and other ethnic minorities, the Songkran Festival not only has a profound cultural heritage, but also has become a grand festival for people to gather together and celebrate together. At this special moment, both offline physical stores and online e-commerce platforms have ushered in the climax of sales. The rise of social media has also allowed more people to share their holiday joy and welcome this Songkran Festival full of joy and blessings.
With the advent of the Songkran Festival, the lively atmosphere on the streets of Kunming will continue to heat up. Let's look forward to this festival full of joy and blessings, and feel the unique national customs together.
Yunnan Songkran Festival travel strategy
Kunming
Kunming Expo Park Flower Songkran Festival
Time: April 12-15
Location: Kunming Expo Park, Panlong District
Yunnan Nationalities Village 2024 Songkran Festival
Time: April 10 - April 14
Location: Yunnan Nationalities Village, Xishan District
Songkran Festival at Blue Bay Water Park
Time: April 12 - April 21
Location: Qingyuwan Water Park, Xishan District
Dai Xi Tongle Splashing Carnival
When: April 13
Location: Dianchi Sunac Houhai Yiren Square, Xishan District
Shenli Cultural and Creative Park electronic music splashing carnival
Time: April 13 - April 14
Location: Shenli Cultural and Creative Park, Guandu District
Songkran carnival in the university town of Chenggong District
Time: April 13 - April 15
Location: Legu Ecological Park, Chenggong District
10,000 people splashed water and jumped on the carnival
Time: April 11 - April 15
Location: Dianchi Convention and Exhibition Center Square, Guandu District
Laoyu River Wetland Park Electric Music Songkran Festival
Time: April 12 - April 14
Location: Splashing Square at the entrance of Laoyuhe Wetland Park, Chenggong District
Lincang
Songkran welcome party
Activity time: 20:00-22:30, April 12
Location: Mohanli Square, Fengcheng, Wa Mountain, Linxiang District
The launching ceremony of the Songkran Festival in 1386 in the Dai calendar and the water splashing activity of electric music
Activity time: 13:00-16:00 on April 13
Location: Wa Cultural Square, Linxiang District
Songkran Festival in 1386 in the Dai calendar
Activity time: April 13 - April 16
Activity location: Wa Cultural Square, Linxiang District, Mengzhi Village, Yongde County, Busy Beng Splashing Square, Yunxian Xingfu Town Xinzhen Square and many other places
Qu Jing
Shizong Wulong splashed water carnival on March 3
Time: April 11-13
Location: Mina Square
Luo Ping splashed water carnival on March 3
Time: 12:00-18:00, April 11
Location: Tongxin Square, Market Town, Lubuge Township, Duoyi River Scenic Area Langshao Wooden House Hotel Square
Masayoshi Hoyama
Cabaret bonfires
Time: 19:00-22:00 from April 6th to April 20th
Location: Yunnan Black Hot Spring Scenic Area
Songkran Opening Ceremony
Time: 14:00, April 13
Location: Yunnan Black Hot Spring Scenic Area
Water Splashing Carnival
Time: April 13 - April 15
Location: Yunnan Black Hot Spring Scenic Area
Xishuangbanna
Traditional customs and cultural displays
Time: April 11 - April 17
Location: Dragon Boat Square, Jinghong City
"Sankang Bimai Prosperous Together" celebration party
Time: 20:00-21:30, April 12
Location: Splashing Square, Jinghong City
Dai calendar 1386 New Year's Day celebration meeting
Time: 13:00, April 13
Location: Lancang River Viewing Platform, Jinghong City
Traditional dragon boat show
Time: 13:00-14:30, April 13
Location: The waters of the Lancang River in front of the Lancang River Viewing Platform in Jinghong City
Series of swing events
Time: April 13 - April 14
Location: Manting Park, Jiezhuang Starlight Night Market
Performances with ethnic characteristics
Time: April 13 - April 14
Location: Jinghong City Lancang River White Elephant Beach, Jinghong City Dragon Boat Square Viewing Platform, Jinghong City Lancang River White Elephant Beach Area, Jinghong City Lancang River Viewing Platform, Dragon Boat Square Viewing Platform, Starlight Night Market
National and folk traditional culture parade
Time: 8:30-11:30, April 14
Location: Main street of Jinghong City, Splashing Square
Performances with ethnic characteristics
When: April 15
Location: Splashing Plaza
Dehong
Mangshi
10,000 people pick flowers and dress up the dragon pavilion
Time: 8:30-17:30, April 11
Location: Fengping Flower Field, Mangshi Square
Dai opera Dai opera performance
Time: 19:30-20:30, April 11
Location: Mangshi Square
Musical bonfires
Time: 20:30-22:00, April 11
Location: Mangshi Square
National cultural intangible cultural heritage flash mob
Time: 13:00-13:30, April 12
Location: Mangshi Square
10,000 people carnival
Time: 13:30-17:00, April 12
Location: Mangshi Square, Dai Ancient Town, New Play Factory and other 20 splashing points
All ethnic groups dance together to dance "Ga with light"
Time: 13:30-17:00, April 12
Location: Mangshi Square
National Unity Long Street Banquet
Time: 17:00-20:00 from April 11 to April 12
Location: Linden Street
Lighting Prayer
Time: 21:00-22:00 from April 11 to April 13
Location: Menghuan Silver Tower
Ruili
Flower picking activities
Time: 9:00-14:00, April 13
Location: Ruili Botanical Garden (Nanjing, Mengxiu Township)
Decorate the water splashing dragon pavilion
Time: 15:30-17:30, April 13
Location: Ruili Riverside Square
Holy water harvesting activities
Time: 9:00-12:00, April 14
Location: Ruili Riverside Wan Town Loop Section
Songkran Opening Ceremony
Time: 15:00-17:30, April 14
Location: Ruili Riverside Square
National Unity Meal
Time: 18:00-19:30, April 14
Location: Ruili Riverside Square
Opening Gala and Large-scale "Ga with Light"
Time: 20:00-22:30, April 14
Location: Ruili Riverside Square
Water splashing carnival and folk activities
Time: 14:00-17:30, April 15
Location: Ruili Riverside Square
Chinchuan
Flower picking ceremony, ethnic activities
Time: 10:00-17:00, April 12
Location: Jinghan Town, Longchuan County, National Culture Square
Light up the lanterns to pray for the national carnival night
Time: 20:00-21:00, April 12
Location: Central Square of the National Cultural Square
Songkran carnival opening ceremony, water splashing activities
Time: 9:00-22:30, April 13
Location: Central Square of the National Cultural Square
Red River
Yuanyang County
Welcome party
Time: 20:00-21:30, April 12
Location: People's Square
Parade show
Time: 8:00-10:30, April 13
Location: Changqing Road
Songkran opening ceremony, carnival
Time: 10:30-23:00 on April 13 and 9:00-19:00 on April 14
Location: People's Square
Luchun County
"Singing and dancing performance and water splashing ceremony" activity
Time: 13:00-13:30, April 20
Location: Luchun County Ethnic Customs Garden Square
"Carnival of National Unity" activity
Time: 13:30-16:00, April 20-21
Venue: Luchun County Ethnic Customs Garden Square (April 20), Shuiyun Valley Manor (April 21)
"Dai Food Feast" experience activity
Time: 17:30-20:00, April 20-21
Location: Green Spring Water Cloud Valley Manor
Chuncheng Evening News-Kaiping News reporter Ma Yining Lan Hao photo report
First instance Sun Qinxia
Editor-in-charge: Yi Keyan
Responsible proofreader Luo Qiuxu
Editor-in-chief: He Xiaoyu
Final Review: Editorial Board Member Li Rong