Date : 5th December
In Thailand, the 5th December which is the birthday of the current King, His Majesty the King Bhumibol Adulyadej or the King Rama IX of Chakri Dynasty, is considered as Father’s Day of the nation. It’s the auspicious day since the King is venerated as the father of the nation from all of Thai people and also many people around the world. The King is the best role-modeled father, for the father of the nation as well as of his royal family. As the father of the nation, generosity and compassion are boundless, just attempting to keep us happy.
Every 5th December, particularly joyful cerebrations are across the country. From government offices and private sectors, many of buildings, roads and houses are decorated with the portrait of the King, the national flag and the royal yellow flag. On Ratchadamneon Avenue an roads in Bangkok are more special. Colourful lightings, including exhibitions and songs for HM the King are set everywhere.