{"id":529362,"date":"2025-09-24T13:20:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-24T06:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/?p=529362"},"modified":"2026-03-27T15:21:54","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T08:21:54","slug":"poy-ja-tee-the-tai-yais-sand-pagoda-festival","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/th\/poy-ja-tee-the-tai-yais-sand-pagoda-festival\/","title":{"rendered":"Poy Ja Tee: The Tai Yai\u2019s Sand Pagoda Festival"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">\u0e2a\u0e32\u0e23\u0e1a\u0e31\u0e0d<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #0a0a0a;color:#0a0a0a\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #0a0a0a;color:#0a0a0a\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/th\/poy-ja-tee-the-tai-yais-sand-pagoda-festival\/#What_is_Poy_Ja_Tee\" >What is Poy Ja Tee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/th\/poy-ja-tee-the-tai-yais-sand-pagoda-festival\/#Key_Features_of_the_Festival\" >Key Features of the Festival<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/th\/poy-ja-tee-the-tai-yais-sand-pagoda-festival\/#_The_Values_of_Poy_Ja_Tee\" >&nbsp;The Values of Poy Ja Tee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/th\/poy-ja-tee-the-tai-yais-sand-pagoda-festival\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/th\/poy-ja-tee-the-tai-yais-sand-pagoda-festival\/#Source\" >Source<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Beyond its beautiful scenery of misty mountains and forests, Northern Thailand is also home to diverse ethnic communities. Among these are the Tai Yai, or Shan ethnic group whose deep-rooted Buddhist values are expressed through their time-honored traditions and ceremonies. One such practice is <em>Poy Ja Tee <\/em>(\u0e1b\u0e2d\u0e22\u0e08\u0e48\u0e32\u0e15\u0e35\u0e48), also known as the Sand Pagoda Festival. Celebrated annually in many Tai Yai villages, particularly in Mae Hong Son province, this festival brings the entire village together to build sand pagodas as offerings to the Buddha. This article explores what <em>Poy Ja Tee<\/em> is, its values, and its significance in strengthening communal bonds and preserving Tai Yai\u2019s cultural identity in modern Thailand.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"556\" height=\"417\" src=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-11.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-529570\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-11.png 556w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-11-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-11-150x113.png 150w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-11-16x12.png 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 556px) 100vw, 556px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mae Hong Son province<br>Photo Credit : <a href=\"http:\/\/mapsofworld.com\">mapsofworld.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"511\" height=\"287\" src=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-12.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-529572\" style=\"width:483px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-12.png 511w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-12-300x168.png 300w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-12-150x84.png 150w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-12-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 511px) 100vw, 511px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Poy Ja Tee Festival<br>Photo Credit : <a href=\"http:\/\/chiangmainews.co.th\">chiangmainews.co.th<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Poy_Ja_Tee\"><\/span><strong>What is <em>Poy Ja Tee<\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>To fully understand the tradition, one should begin with its name. In the Tai Yai dialect, the term \u201c<em>poy<\/em>\u201d (\u0e1b\u0e2d\u0e22) means a festival, a celebration, or an auspicious gathering while \u201c<em>ja tee<\/em>\u201d (\u0e08\u0e48\u0e32\u0e15\u0e35\u0e48), or sometimes \u201c<em>je tee<\/em>\u201d (\u0e40\u0e08\u0e15\u0e35\u0e48), is similar in meaning to the word <em>chedi<\/em> or pagoda. Put together, <em>Poy Ja Tee<\/em> refers to the Sand Pagoda Festival. During the festival, villagers carry sand to the temple grounds where the sand is piled high and shaped into miniature or sometimes large pagodas. The sand pagodas are beautifully decorated with fresh flowers, incense sticks, candles, lanterns, and <em>tung<\/em> (\u0e15\u0e38\u0e07), which are northern-style flags made from brightly colored cloth or paper.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"502\" height=\"282\" src=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-13.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-529573\" style=\"width:370px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-13.png 502w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-13-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-13-150x84.png 150w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-13-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 502px) 100vw, 502px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tung<br>Photo Credit : <a href=\"http:\/\/thaipbs.or.th\">thaipbs.or.th<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Tai Yai communities place great importance on merit-making as they believe that virtuous acts lead to success, peace, and well-being for their families. <em>Poy Ja Tee<\/em> is one of the Buddhist merit-making ceremonies they observe throughout the year. It takes place around <a href=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/th\/buddhism_meditatio\/vesak-day-a-day-to-commemorate-the-buddha\/\">Visakha Bucha Day<\/a>, which commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and passing of the Buddha, falling on the 15<sup>th<\/sup> full moon day of the sixth lunar month, usually in May or June. The festival is usually held within the local temple grounds, where monks, villagers, and visitors can participate in the ceremony. Mae Hong Son province is one of the most active regions for this festival due to its large Tai Yai population and the preservation of community traditions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"426\" height=\"284\" src=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-14.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-529574\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-14.png 426w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-14-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-14-150x100.png 150w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-14-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 426px) 100vw, 426px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tai Yai communities<br>Photo Credit : <a href=\"http:\/\/dreamstime.com\">dreamstime.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Features_of_the_Festival\"><\/span><strong>Key Features of the Festival<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>The main event of <em>Poy Ja Tee <\/em>is the communal construction and decoration of sand pagodas at the local temple. These sand structures crafted with creativity and care are presented as offerings to the Buddha. However, the festival does not end here; there are also other activities for the locals and tourists to participate in for the whole day. By late morning, once the sand pagodas are complete, monks began chanting blessings and leading merit-making ceremonies. Participants offer food, flowers, and candles to the monks and Buddha and dedicate the merit to their family members as well as themselves. Following these religious rituals, the atmosphere shifts to communal celebration. The community shares meals and mingles, creating a lively atmosphere. In the evening, lanterns are lit up, illuminating the night sky. In some villages, the festival ends with a <em>bung fai<\/em> (\u0e1a\u0e31\u0e49\u0e07\u0e44\u0e1f) event where handmade rockets are launched into the sky. The <em>bung fai <\/em>event is a symbolic plea to the heavens for abundant rain for the upcoming planting season.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"423\" height=\"239\" src=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-15.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-529575\" style=\"width:431px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-15.png 423w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-15-300x170.png 300w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-15-150x85.png 150w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-15-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 423px) 100vw, 423px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Monks chant blessings and leading merit-making <br>Photo Credit : <a href=\"http:\/\/dailynews.co.th\">dailynews.co.th<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"411\" height=\"273\" src=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-16.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-529576\" style=\"width:427px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-16.png 411w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-16-300x199.png 300w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-16-150x100.png 150w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-16-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 411px) 100vw, 411px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bung Fai Competition<br>Photo Credit : <a href=\"http:\/\/siamrath.co.th\">siamrath.co.th<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"427\" height=\"240\" src=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-17.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-529577\" style=\"width:431px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-17.png 427w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-17-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-17-150x84.png 150w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-17-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 427px) 100vw, 427px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Illuminating the night sky with lanterns in the evening<br>Photo Credit : <a href=\"http:\/\/thaipbs.or.th\">thaipbs.or.th<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Behind these lively activities are the Tai Yai Buddhist beliefs. The act of building and offering sand pagodas is an act of merit-making, believed to bring about individuals\u2019 and the community\u2019s well-being and prosperity. It is also seen as a way to ward off bad luck and mitigate the effects of one\u2019s past negative karma. As the timing of <em>Poy Ja Tee<\/em> often coincides with the beginning of the rainy season, the locals also use this opportunity to pray for an abundant harvest and overall prosperity.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"402\" height=\"268\" src=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-18.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-529579\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-18.png 402w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-18-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-18-150x100.png 150w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-18-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 402px) 100vw, 402px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Poy Ja Tee Festival<br>Photo Credit : <a href=\"http:\/\/meedeemedianews.com\">meedeemedianews.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_The_Values_of_Poy_Ja_Tee\"><\/span><strong>&nbsp;The Values of Poy Ja Tee<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>\u0e2d\u0e23\u0e34\u0e22\u0e2a\u0e31\u0e08 4 (<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Four_Noble_Truths\">Four Noble Truths<\/a>) <em>Poy Ja Tee <\/em>festival of the Tai Yai people reflects both their deep-rooted spiritual values and the cultural values that shape their identity and way of life. By building and offering sand pagodas to the Buddha on Visakha Bucha Day, one of the most significant days for Buddhists, they express their reverence for the Buddha. Moreover, the event, along with the praying and food offerings to the monks, shows the commitment to making merit for both they themselves and others. These rituals also clearly exemplify Tai Yai\u2019s belief in the importance of doing good deeds, making up for past wrongdoings, and inviting peace and prosperity into their lives.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"441\" height=\"292\" src=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-19.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-529580\" style=\"width:423px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-19.png 441w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-19-300x199.png 300w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-19-150x99.png 150w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-19-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 441px) 100vw, 441px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">People of Tai Yai community<br>Photo Credit : <a href=\"http:\/\/depositphotos.com\">depositphotos.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Beyond its spiritual values, <em>Poy Ja Tee<\/em> is also a celebration of communal bonding. To prepare for such an important and lively event, villagers have to help each other gather sand, carry offerings, decorate the grounds, prepare meals, and sometimes hold a local food festival within the event. Young people, adults, and elders in the community work side by side, each contributing in their own way. This does not only strengthen social bonds between each generation but also reinforce a sense of unity and belonging. It also creates opportunities for the older generations to pass on their cultural knowledge, values, and traditions to the young. Most importantly, with the local people and authorities\u2019 efforts to preserve this traditional festival each year, the Tai Yai ethnic identity and traditions are continually cherished and celebrated. In a world where many local traditions risk fading, <em>Poy Ja Tee<\/em> serves as an expression of Tai Yai\u2019s heritage and a living practice that keeps their sense of identity alive.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"417\" height=\"280\" src=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-20.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-529582\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-20.png 417w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-20-300x201.png 300w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-20-150x101.png 150w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-20-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 417px) 100vw, 417px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">People of Tai Yai community<br>Photo Credit : <a href=\"http:\/\/maehongsonthailand.com\">maehongsonthailand.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Lastly, the festival also indicates the broader cultural coexistence in Thailand where there are various ethnic groups, each contributing their unique traditions to the country\u2019s multicultural society. While it is mainly rooted in Tai Yai tradition, <em>Poy Ja Tee<\/em> is appreciated and celebrated by both locals and visitors alike. The authorities, especially those in the Northern region, where many Tai Yai reside, also actively promote the festival to the wider public. This reflects Thailand\u2019s openness and willingness to embrace and respect different beliefs and practices, making Thailand a place where people from different cultures can live together in harmony.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"467\" height=\"311\" src=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-21.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-529583\" style=\"width:415px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-21.png 467w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-21-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-21-150x100.png 150w, https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-21-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 467px) 100vw, 467px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tai Yai performance<br>Photo Credit : <a href=\"http:\/\/yayimages.com\">yayimages.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Poy Ja Tee<\/em> is not just a colorful annual festival within a Tai Yai community. Beyond the fun of building sand pagodas, meeting up with neighbors, or launching a <em>bung fai, <\/em>this festival is a reflection of Tai Yai\u2019s spiritual beliefs, values, and cultural identity that have been passed down for generations. In today\u2019s ever-changing world, festivals like this remind us of the importance of communal bonding, cultural preservation, as well as cultural inclusivity. If you want to experience the festival during your visit in the Northern Thailand, go ahead. <em>Poy Ja Tee <\/em>is open to everyone. Joining in such a vibrant and unique festival certainly gives you more than just a good time. It gives you a chance to understand and appreciate the heart of Tai Yai way of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The story of <em>Poy Ja Tee<\/em>, or the Sand Pagoda Festival, offers a glimpse into the heart of Tai Yai culture. It reflects their deep Buddhist faith, strong community spirit, and pride in their identity. This annual festival keeps their traditions alive in today\u2019s world. Join us as we continue to explore more stories from across Thailand and discover the rich diversity that shapes Thainess.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Source\"><\/span>Source<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u0e41\u0e2a\u0e07\u0e1b\u0e31\u0e0d\u0e0d\u0e32 \u0e2d. (2023). \u0e01\u0e32\u0e23\u0e28\u0e36\u0e01\u0e29\u0e32\u0e1b\u0e23\u0e30\u0e40\u0e1e\u0e13\u0e35\u0e02\u0e2d\u0e07\u0e0a\u0e32\u0e27\u0e44\u0e17\u0e43\u0e2b\u0e0d\u0e48\u0e43\u0e19\u0e0a\u0e38\u0e21\u0e0a\u0e19\u0e1a\u0e49\u0e32\u0e19\u0e40\u0e27\u0e35\u0e22\u0e07\u0e40\u0e2b\u0e19\u0e37\u0e2d \u0e2d\u0e33\u0e40\u0e20\u0e2d\u0e1b\u0e32\u0e22 \u0e08\u0e31\u0e07\u0e2b\u0e27\u0e31\u0e14\u0e41\u0e21\u0e48\u0e2e\u0e48\u0e2d\u0e07\u0e2a\u0e2d\u0e19 . \u0e1e\u0e34\u0e06\u0e40\u0e19\u0e28\u0e27\u0e23\u0e4c\u0e2a\u0e32\u0e23, 19(1), 87\u2013100. \u0e2a\u0e37\u0e1a\u0e04\u0e49\u0e19 \u0e08\u0e32\u0e01 <a href=\"https:\/\/so01.tci-thaijo.org\/index.php\/pikanasan\/article\/view\/258039\">https:\/\/so01.tci-thaijo.org\/index.php\/pikanasan\/article\/view\/258039<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u0e2d\u0e20\u0e34\u0e0a\u0e32\u0e15 \u0e20\u0e31\u0e17\u0e23\u0e18\u0e23\u0e23\u0e21. (2553). \u0e44\u0e17\u0e22\u0e43\u0e2b\u0e0d\u0e48. \u0e27\u0e32\u0e23\u0e2a\u0e32\u0e23\u0e01\u0e32\u0e23\u0e08\u0e31\u0e14\u0e01\u0e32\u0e23\u0e1b\u0e48\u0e32\u0e44\u0e21\u0e49, 4(7), 86-98.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chiangmainews.co.th\/social\/2024476\/#google_vignette\">https:\/\/www.chiangmainews.co.th\/social\/2024476\/#google_vignette<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.m-culture.in.th\/album\/193276\/%25E0%25B8%259B%25E0%25B8%25A3%25E0%25B8%25B0%25E0%25B9%2580%25E0%25B8%259E%25E0%25B8%2593%25E0%25B8%25B5%25E0%25B8%259B%25E0%25B8%25AD%25E0%25B8%25A2%25E0%25B8%2588%25E0%25B9%2588%25E0%25B8%25B2%25E0%25B8%2595%25E0%25B8%25B5%25E0%25B9%2588_%25E0%25B8%25AB%25E0%25B8%25A3%25E0%25B8%25B7%25E0%25B8%25AD%25E0%25B8%2587%25E0%25B8%25B2%25E0%25B8%2599%25E0%25B8%259A%25E0%25B8%25B9%25E0%25B8%258A%25E0%25B8%25B2%25E0%25B9%2580%25E0%25B8%2588%25E0%25B8%2594%25E0%25B8%25B5%25E0%25B8%25A2%25E0%25B9%258C%25E0%25B8%2597%25E0%25B8%25A3%25E0%25B8%25B2%25E0%25B8%25A2\">http:\/\/www.m-culture.in.th\/album\/193276\/%E0%B8%9B%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%B0%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%9E%E0%B8%93%E0%B8%B5%E0%B8%9B%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A2%E0%B8%88%E0%B9%88%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%95%E0%B8%B5%E0%B9%88_%E0%B8%AB%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%B7%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%87%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%9A%E0%B8%B9%E0%B8%8A%E0%B8%B2%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%88%E0%B8%94%E0%B8%B5%E0%B8%A2%E0%B9%8C%E0%B8%97%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%A2<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailynews.co.th\/news\/2345122\/\">https:\/\/www.dailynews.co.th\/news\/2345122\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/watch\/?v=800325865110076\">https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/watch\/?v=800325865110076<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thailandfoundation.or.th\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Avatar-m.png\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:125px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Author: <strong>Thanachporn Varapongsittikul<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Uploaded on 24 September 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Beyond its beautiful scenery of misty mountains and forests, Northern Thailand is also home to diverse ethnic communities. 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