Around the Grand Palace, Bangkok Thailand Nov. 2025 скачать в хорошем качестве

Around the Grand Palace, Bangkok Thailand Nov. 2025

Overview of Queen Sirikit's Passing and Its Impact Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother of Thailand (mother of King Maha Vajiralongkorn and widow of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej), passed away peacefully on October 24, 2025, at the age of 93 due to complications from a bloodstream infection (sepsis) at Chulalongkorn Hospital in Bangkok. She had been under long-term medical care since 2019 and was widely revered as the "Mother of the Nation" for her lifelong contributions to Thai culture, education, rural development, and humanitarian efforts, including promoting Thai silk weaving and establishing institutions like the Queen Sirikit National Institute of Child Health. Thailand declared a one-year national mourning period starting October 24, 2025, ending on October 24, 2026. This has led to subdued public activities, with a focus on respect, reflection, and cultural preservation rather than celebration. Flags are flown at half-mast nationwide, and government buildings display her portrait in black-and-white. The royal family and officials wear black or subdued colors, and entertainment events (e.g., concerts, fireworks) are curtailed or modified. Key Ceremonies and Timeline at the Grand Palace The Grand Palace in Bangkok serves as the epicenter of royal rites, symbolizing the heart of Thai monarchy and Buddhist traditions. Queen Sirikit's body lies in state at the Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall within the palace complex, where the public and dignitaries can pay respects. The funeral rites follow ancient Chakri dynasty protocols, blending Buddhist merit-making, cremation preparations, and public homage. Here's what unfolded in November 2025 and what to expect moving forward: