Crowning day of King Rama I., March 20, 1737 - September 7, 1809, the first king of the Chakri dynasty. He moved the capital from Thonburi to Bangkok, retrieved Buddhist texts that were lost during the occupation of former capital Ayathaya by the Burmese, and wrote the Book of three seals, a new law codex.
7 - 24 April 2011
Songkran Festival in Bangkok Experience the demonstration of the Songkran Festival in 4 regions at Wat Pho as well as enjoy demonstrstions of Thai food and local desserts.
12 - 15 April 2011
Songkran Festival in Chiang Mai Participate in the Opening Ceremony of the Songkran Festival 2011 with a wonderful procession around Chiang Mai city.
April 2011 (Annual)
Sai Buri Fishing Competition
Game fishing competition in the Deep South attracts teams from Singapore and Malaysia.
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