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Water Blessing
Water Blessings
Water Blessings are a traditional Cambodian practice that date back to ancient times. Today there are two main forms of the water blessing which you can participate in. The first is a blessing accompanied by a light sprinkling of water.
The second is a longer ritual where you will be covered in water blessed by the monks. For this ritual you can change into a sarong so your clothing remains dry.
At the end of the blessing your wrist is adorned with special red ties that signify the blessing performed.
Blessings can be performed for individuals but are also a special way for newy weds to celebrate their union. The water blessing is said to bring peace and happiness.
Water Blessing
We depart from your hotel and travel to the Pagoda at Wat Athvea temple or at Arang Pagoda. Here we meet with the Monks who will perform your blessing.
The Blessing ritual takes around 30 minutes and after the ritual you are able to view the Pagoda. The Blessing involves the monks either sprinkeling or covering you in sacred blessed waters while perfoming sacred chants.