Thailand Bans Alcohol Sales for Buddhist Holidays

Thailand will ban alcohol sales from July 29 at 12:01 a.m. to July 30 at midnight.

During this time, stores and restaurants cannot sell alcohol unless they have a special permit.

Thailand celebrates Asalha Bucha Day on July 29 and Buddhist Lent Day on July 30, which are important Buddhist holidays.

A photo shows beer glasses at a bar in Thailand.

Some places can still sell alcohol, like airports and hotels.

These places include airports, entertainment venues, and hotels with a license.

Only licensed places can sell alcohol during the ban.

Most stores and restaurants cannot sell alcohol during the holidays.

Police will check to make sure everyone follows the rules.

If someone sells alcohol illegally, they could go to jail or pay a fine.

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