Chulalongkorn Memorial Day
Type of Event : Thai Festivals Place : Everywhere in Thailand
Commemorates the passing of King Rama V (Chulalongkorn) on 23rd October 1910. Piya Maharat is a nickname for the King, meaning the beloved great King.
This is the anniversary of the death of King Rama V who is regarded by many people as one of the most important monarchs in recent Thai history. Every year, on the 23rd October, Thai people remember him on this day which is known as Chulalongkorn Day or Piya Maharaj Day in Thai. King Rama V is abolished slavery and also pushing forward reforms that helped modernize the country. Every city in the country has their own statue of King Rama V. On this day people gather at the statue to commemorate his life and also to lay a wreath at the foot of the statue.
Dates : |
23-10-2015
on october, 23th |
Place(s) : |
Everywhere in Thailand |
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