In Cambodia, pratip (Khmer: ប្រទីប) are illuminated floats or lanterns, often crafted from banana leaves and adorned with flowers, candles or incense, which are released during the Water Festival as offerings and symbols of gratitude to water deities. These glowing boats float along rivers at night, creating a dazzling procession that celebrates prosperity, spiritual merit, and cultural unity. The Loy Pratip ceremony is an integral part of the festival, blending Buddhist and Hindu traditions as people honor both nature and ancestral spirits through this luminous ritual.
