Bon Om Touk (Water and Full Moon Festival)

In November Cambodia has celebrated Bon Om Touk – a tradition that is deeply rooted in Khmer culture and dates back to the 12th century. It marks the reversal of the flow between the Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers, the end of the wet season and seeks good luck for the rice and fish harvests in the coming year.

On the evening of the second day of Bon Om Touk (Og Ambok) the LaValla community gathered to make offerings, share traditional treats of fruit, coconuts and special rice, and dance! Part of the tradition is that you sit with a partner and offer food to them.

We also celebrated the birthdays of those students who had birthdays in the last few months. It was a very happy time for all the students and the staff who were there.

The LaValla community wished everyone good luck and good health at this time of Bon Om Touk.