The Phuket Vegetarian Festival, also known as the Nine Emperor Gods Festival or the Jay Festival, is a unique and spiritually significant event that takes place in Phuket, Thailand. At the heart of the festival is the Chinese belief that abstaining from meat and stimulants will bring about good health and peace of mind.
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