Happy Birthday to King Maha Vajiralongkorn of Thailand, who turns 66 today! The only son of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, he succeeded to the Thai Throne in 2016, after his father’s reign of over 70 years. In honour of his birthday, we are taking a look at the Thai Royal Orders- Continue reading
Happy Anniversary to the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej and Queen Sirikit of Thailand, who got married on this day in 1950, at the Sra Pathum Palace in Bangkok, just a week before his Coronation. The couple had four children and remained happily married until his death in 2016, after reigning over Thailand for over 70 years. To mark their anniversary, take a look at scenes from their wedding below- Continue reading
The Official Cremation Ceremonies of King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand, one of the longest reigning monarchs in the world who had ruled for over 70 years when he died last October, are being celebrated all around Thailand from October 25th to 29th, with the main ceremony in Bangkok on the 26th, which was attended by Foreign Royals and Heads of State. Continue reading
Queen Sirikit of Thailand had been the Queen Consort of King Bhumibol Adulyadej for 66 years before his death earlier this week. Her Van Cleef & Arpels Thai Tiara was a frequent choice for the many glittering occasions during her tenure as Queen of Thailand. Continue reading
King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand, one of the longest-reigning monarchs in history, died on October 13th in Bangkok. The beloved monarch, regarded as semi-divine by the Thai people, reigned during a period of great change for Thailand. However, after his death, the future of the monarchy is uncertain in Thailand, as Crown Prince Vajiralongkorn has unexpectedly said he was not ready to take the throne, and asked for some time to mourn with the Thai people before his appointment as King. Continue reading
