Who drinks the most water in the world?
Countries around the world withdraw huge volumes of water each year from sources such as rivers, lakes, reservoirs, and groundwater. China has some of the largest annual total water withdrawals across the globe, at 581. The country accounts for 18% of the world’s population but has access to only about 4% of the world’s water resources.The biggest piece of the pie, it turns out, is agriculture. Irrigating crops takes a lot of water— we’re talking 72 percent of global freshwater withdrawals according to The World Bank.
Why the water festival is special?
The water festival marks the end of the rainy season and the change of direction of the waters of the Tonlé Sap, a phenomenon unique in the world. For three days and nights, the country celebrates abundant harvests, prosperity and the power of the waters. A Festival with Deep Historical Roots The Water Festival’s history is thought to date back to the Khmer Empire, a time when the powerful kingdom ruled much of Southeast Asia. During this era, the festival celebrated both military victories and the natural reversal of the Tonlé Sap River.
What is the oldest water festival in the world?
Songkran: The world’s biggest water fight. For three days every year, Thailand transforms into a wet and wild party. But this ancient festival is far more than just a raucous good time. Celebrating Thailand’s renowned Songkran Festival, elevated to a global level after UNESCO designated it as intangible cultural heritage. Join the Thailand’s Songkran Festival 2024, held at Central Shopping Centers across Thailand.Songkran: The world’s biggest water fight. For three days every year, Thailand transforms into a wet and wild party. But this ancient festival is far more than just a raucous good time.