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Mother's Day
Date celebration occurs: August 12
In Thailand the 12th of August is the birthday of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit. Mother’s day is celebrated on this day because the Queen is also regarded as mother to all Thai people, this day is also celebrated as ‘Mother’s Day.’ The people of Thailand prepare for this occasion weeks before, by hanging up flags and portrayed of the Queen on their walls. This is their way of expressing their loyalty and honor to her. In the capital city Bangkok, Ratchadamnoen Avenue, Sanam Luang, the area around Grand Palace is filled with colourful lights and firework at night. On the day, important figures and role models parade down to King’s Palace, on the way to the palace, music bands play popular music pieces. When they arrive at the palace they present the Queens representative with flowers and a gift. Not only is the Queen celebrated on this day but so are all the mothers in Thailand. Following Thai tradition, kids kneel down before their mother to show their love and gratitude. As well as presenting her with white Jasmine flowers. Donations, offering to monks are also an important part of the day to express child’s love and gratitude towards mother.
Date celebration occurs: August 12
In Thailand the 12th of August is the birthday of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit. Mother’s day is celebrated on this day because the Queen is also regarded as mother to all Thai people, this day is also celebrated as ‘Mother’s Day.’ The people of Thailand prepare for this occasion weeks before, by hanging up flags and portrayed of the Queen on their walls. This is their way of expressing their loyalty and honor to her. In the capital city Bangkok, Ratchadamnoen Avenue, Sanam Luang, the area around Grand Palace is filled with colourful lights and firework at night. On the day, important figures and role models parade down to King’s Palace, on the way to the palace, music bands play popular music pieces. When they arrive at the palace they present the Queens representative with flowers and a gift. Not only is the Queen celebrated on this day but so are all the mothers in Thailand. Following Thai tradition, kids kneel down before their mother to show their love and gratitude. As well as presenting her with white Jasmine flowers. Donations, offering to monks are also an important part of the day to express child’s love and gratitude towards mother.
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