Coronation of the Thai monarch
The coronation of the monarch of Thailand is a ceremony in which they are formally consecrated by anointment and crowning. The ceremony is divided into two main events: the coronation rites and the celebration of the Assumption of the Residence. The coronation rites are a blend of Hindu and Buddhist traditions dating back several centuries. The rites included the purification bath of the king, the anointing of the king, the crowning of the king, and the investiture of the royal regalia, the royal utensils, and the royal weapons of sovereignty. The Assumption of the Residence is a private housewarming celebration by members of the royal family at the Grand Palace.
The Royal Nine-Tiered Umbrella over the throne inside the Amarin Winitchai throne hall, Grand Palace. The umbrella is an ancient symbol of kingship dating back to ancient India.
King Mongkut (Rama IV) seated on the throne wearing the royal regalia, was the first Thai king to be photographed.
King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), age 15, at his first coronation in 1868
King Vajiravudh (Rama VI) seated on the throne after his second coronation in 1911.
The monarchy of Thailand is the constitutional form of government of the Thailand. The king of Thailand is the head of state and head of the ruling Royal House of Chakri.
King Naresuan of Ayutthaya fought several wars against the Burmese to preserve Siamese independence.
Wat Phra Si Sanphet next to the king's palace was the most sacred temple in the kingdom of Ayutthaya.
Thongduang, later King Rama I of Siam, founded the Chakri dynasty in 1782.
King Prajadhipok signing the Constitution of Siam, 10 December 1932.
