The important of the monarchy could be seen nearly everywhere in Thailand. The blue bar on the national flag represents the monarchy. People in every class of society have the photographs or portraits of royal family in their home. This also includes the government and public places. The portrait of His Majesty the King is usually placed beside the statue of the Lord Buddha. The Thais value him as a Father of the Nation. On December 5th of every year, not only it is His Majesty the King's birthday, but it is also a Father's day.