His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great and Queen Sirikit wave to the crowd during ceremonies in Bangkok Friday, June 9. HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great is the world’s longest serving monarch and is celebrating his 60th anniversary of his accession to te throne. Celebrations locally included a parade, candlelit ceremonies and literally thousands of people wearing “I love the King” yellow shirts. For more, please turn to center pages.

(AP Photo /Thailand Public Relations Department, HO)

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Chiang Mai people pay homage to HM the King Bhumibol Adulyadej

In the morning of June 9, Suwat Tantipat, Chiang Mai Governor led Chiang Mai people to make merit to 999 monks at Chiang Mai Municipal Stadium in Muang Chiang Mai. This was done to honor HM the King celebrating the 60th anniversary of his ascension to the throne and to express their loyalty.

A painting exhibition, “60 Years of HM the King’s Hard Work” is on display until June 30 at the 2nd floor, Northern Village, Central Airport Plaza Department Store in Chiang Mai.