<p>Isaan skies are streaked with grey smoke trails from May to July every year, as locals launch Bang Fai or bamboo missiles to prod the rain god awake.</p>

Isaan booming as fuse lit for annual Rocket Festival

Isaan booming as fuse lit for annual Rocket Festival

The art and symbolism behind Thailand’s four royal barges

Thai navy holds second full-dress Royal Barge Procession rehearsal

Sida khon cast gathers for blessing ceremony in Bangkok

Clashes accompany European protests over living costs and education