History
Most local people who insist on the efficacy of the legend say that they have seen the fireballs throughout their lives and their parents and grandparents did as well, but in earlier times they did not pay much attention to this phenomenon. The festival related to the observation of Naga fireballs gained popularity in the 1990s and is named Bang Fai Phaya Nark festival. Since the 2000s this festival was promoted by Thai authorities to ensure international recognition and is actively promoted by the Tourism Authority of Thailand and others.
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