Ibrahim Jabbari
12 August – Nationwide
When thinking of Thailand, people tend to envisage the beautiful white sands of the country’s coastal line, or the bustling streets of busy Bangkok, or even the lush terrain of the rainforests. However what doesn’t always immediately spring to mind is the country’s illustrious royal family. Whilst Queen Sirikit might not quite have the same profile as the Windsors, she has had a strong influence on the architecture of Thailand, and is incredibly significant and important to the country’s culture. Every year on 12th August, the people of Thailand celebrate their Monarch’s birthday in style, creating a beautiful festive tradition that truly incorporates the beauty and the culture of this exquisite country.
Paying tribute to Queen Sirikit, the buildings are bedecked in grand decorations to honour her, with the most splendid being in Bangkok, where many buildings and streets are adorned with coloured lights, flowers and even portraits of the Queen. During her birthday, flags, festivals and parties take place across the whole of the nation, as the country is swept up into a party frenzy that lasts both through the day and well into the night.
An unforgettable festival, the Queen’s birthday is the perfect way to experience the beauty and the culture of this great nation.
