25/06/2026
🐒🍌 Imagine living in a city where the local celebrities are monkeys.
Every year in Lopburi, thousands of long-tailed macaques are treated to a massive feast during the famous Monkey Buffet Festival.
And yes—it’s exactly what it sounds like. 😅
Huge tables are covered with colorful fruits, vegetables, and treats, all prepared specifically for the monkeys that roam throughout the city.
🍉 Watermelons
🍍 Pineapples
🍌 Bananas
🍇 Mountains of fruit
Then the guests of honor arrive.
Thousands of hungry macaques climb over the tables, grab snacks, and turn the event into one of the world’s most unusual festivals. 🤯
The tradition began as a way for local residents to thank the monkeys, which have become one of Lopburi’s biggest tourist attractions and an important part of the city’s identity.
Over time, the celebration grew into an internationally known event that attracts visitors from around the globe.
While living alongside thousands of mischievous monkeys can sometimes be challenging, the city has embraced them as part of its culture rather than viewing them as a problem.
The festival is a unique example of how people and wildlife can coexist in unexpected ways. ❤️
For one day each year, the monkeys aren’t just visitors.
They’re the VIP guests.
