Royal Household Bureau announces royal bathing rites, public paying of respects to Princess Bajrakitiyabha
The Royal Household Bureau of Thailand has announced the schedule for royal bathing rites and public mourning ceremonies for the late Princess Bajrakitiyabha. Members of the public are invited to pay their respects at the Grand Palace starting June 13.
Why it matters
The passing of a high-ranking royal figure is a significant national event in Thailand, involving complex ceremonial protocols and public mourning.
An elderly woman looks mournfully at a photo of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital in Bangkok's Pathum Wan district on Friday. People from all walks of life converged at the hospital to pay their respects to the princess following the announcement of her passing. (Photo: Apichart Jinakul) The Royal Household Bureau on Friday issued an announcement regarding the royal bathing rites and public paying of respects to the late Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati.
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