Today is Chakri Memorial Day, which commemorates the establishment of the Chakri Dynasty and the founding of Bangkok by King Rama I on 6 April 1782. It is one of the most important holidays of the year in Thailand
Thailand: Makha Bucha Day Commemorates a Key Date in Buddhist History
Today is Makha Bucha Day, one of the most important holidays on Thailand's Lunar Calendar. It commemorates 2 importants dates in the development of Buddhism, which occurred exactly 45 years apart.
Thailand: Coronation Anniversary Celebrated
Thais celebrate Coronation Day with 3 days of lavish celebrations in Bangkok, the nation's capital, and elsewhere around the Kingdom. King Bhumibol Adulyadej was coronated on 5 May 2014.