My holiday begins at the very end of this month and it coincides with two holidays; Asalha Bucha and Buddhist Lent Day. I will pull into town on the latter.

IтАЩve never been there during these holidays and IтАЩm just wondering what to expect. Is this a day when everything is shutdown? Can one at least buy beer in convenience stores (during the prescribed alcohol selling hours of course)? How about restaurants, stores, etc.?

On the other hand, is there anything interesting to observe associated with this holiday? Thanks in advance for any feedback.