Millions of Thai take part in ancient annual festivities on 5 November that are held on the full moon of the 12th month in the Thai lunar calendar. Many head to waterways to release ‘krathong’ loaded with candles, flowers and incense, letting their misfortune float away along rivers and canals. Lanterns are also released into the night sky with the belief that bad luck will fly away • Is that a goose on your head? Earth’s most spectacular inhabitants – in pictures Millions of Thai take part in