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Phuket festivals

Mystery and Tradition in Phuket: The Por Tor Festival

2012-05-31 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Phuket Thailand

Focusing mainly on a deeper spiritual side, the Por Tor Festival is far from being a gloomy event. On the contrary, beyond the proper respect to the dead and the solemnity required by this kind of event, visitors will find a colorful, noisy display full of fun, magic shows, live concerts, fascinating traditions and plenty of stalls with delicious food.

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