12 August

H.M. Queen Mother’s Birthday

H.M. Queen Mother’s Birthday is a cultural holiday celebrated in Thailand on August 12th. This public holiday is also celebrated as Mother’s Day, known as “wan mɛ̂ɛ hɛ̀ɛng châat” in Thai. The day honors the birthday of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, who is highly respected and loved by the Thai people. The celebrations take place all over the country, with people showing their love and respect for their mothers and the Queen Mother. The day is marked with various activities, including parades, fireworks, and cultural performances. It is a time for families to come together and show their appreciation for the important women in their lives.

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