Gold leaves on the face: Thai tradition promises to attract luck

At Por Kae Ngoen Lan park, in Ayutthaya, Thai people participate in a tradition that involves applying gold leaves on the face to attract luck. Devotees place the gold leaves on the forehead, cheeks, and chin, covering a large portion of the face until they create a sort of golden mask. The practice is carried out in Buddhist temples, where the faithful believe that the precious metal has spiritual properties that can bring fortune and prosperity. This ancient tradition continues to be followed by people seeking blessings and good luck in their lives.