Hua Hin marked the 10th anniversary of King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s passing on Tuesday, 13 October, with merit-making ceremonies, a wreath-laying ceremony and evening tributes outside Klai Kangwon Palace.
Mayor Nopporn Wutthikul joined municipal executives, councillors and staff for activities marking Nawamindra Maharaj Day. Government officials, private sector representatives and residents also attended.
The morning programme began at 7.09am with Buddhist chanting and offerings of rice and dried food to 99 monks. A wreath-laying ceremony followed at 8.30am, with representatives from 45 organisations taking part.
Both ceremonies were held at the Ratchaphruek Building at Wang Klai Kangwon School under Royal Patronage.
Evening tributes to King Bhumibol
At 4.30pm, participants assembled outside Hua Hin Municipality’s offices for the “Walking with Our Hearts to Father’s Home” procession. The route covered approximately 1.5 kilometres to the front of Klai Kangwon Palace.
A candle dance paying tribute to the late King took place outside the palace at 6.15pm, followed by a candle-lighting ceremony at 6.30pm.
Hua Hin District Chief Supachai Khrutdam presided over the commemorations, which honoured the late King’s work and his commitment to improving the well-being of the Thai people.