Her work in promoting tolerance and understanding for the Muslim minorities in the southernmost provinces of Pattani, Yala and Narathiwathave made her especially popular amongst Thai Muslims. The rare and grand event will be presided over by His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn as the final act in this year’s auspicious coronation that took place between May 4-6. - Criticizing or insulting her is a crime under Thailand’s lese majeste laws, which carry punishment of up to 15 years in prison. BANGKOK: Once an air stewardess, Suthida Tidjai rose through the military ranks and has now become Queen of Thailand.
The king, queen, heir … Queen Sirikit's birthday, like the king's, is a national holiday, and is also Mothers' Day in Thailand. Here’s some travel tips, free transport options and places to watch the procession.
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Travel trends define future of world tourismLopburi police powerless to stop sex-crazed, junk food-addicted monkey gangsTransport and viewing locations for today’s Royal Barge Procession in BangkokWorldwide Covid-19 Recovery Index puts Thailand at No. The processions starts at 3.30pm. The queen has a strong bond with southern Thailand, and she formerly spent months in t…
HM the King, accompanied by HM the Queen, started the procession at Wasukri pier at 4pm. The King's birthday is another huge day of celebration in Thailand. Millions more watched the live coverage. 15 shows to watch on True Royalty with your 7-day free trialQueen Suthida used to be a flight attendant for Thai Airways but will presumably be able to put her feet up while she travels from now on.The new queen, General Suthida Vajiralongkorn na Ayudhya, now known as Queen Suthida, is a former military general who has been one of the king's bodyguards for years.