The Royal Household this week announced that the Grand Palace and Temple of the Emerald Buddha will be closed from October 1 to 29 as preparations are made for the funeral of His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
Both will reopen on October 30.
The government earlier set the dates for the funeral rites and cremation
as October 23 to 29. The Grand Palace will thus be closed for most of
October in preparation and there will be some access restrictions to
places nearby.
The Tourism Authority of Thailand points out that foreign visitors can
still find many wonderful places to discover in Bangkok, and alternative
tours are readily available.
The royal cremation will take place on October 26, proclaimed a national holiday as a mark of respect for the late King.
Visitors are reminded that this occasion will be a time of great sadness
for Thais. The Tourism Authority recommends they behave and dress in a
respectful manner – not just in Bangkok, but everywhere in the Kingdom.
It also notes that banks and some government-related services will be closed on October 26.
Source - TheNation
Source - TheNation
