Culture
Sandalwood Harvesting Ceremony Held in Kui Buri for Royal Funeral
Authorities have conducted a traditional ceremony to harvest sandalwood trees in Kui Buri, Prachuap Khiri Khan, for use in the upcoming royal funeral rites for Princess Bajrakitiyabha.
On August 20, 2026, Matichon Online reported that a traditional consecration and harvesting ceremony took place in Kui Buri, Prachuap Khiri Khan province. The event marked the formal commencement of the collection of 20 sandalwood trees, which are designated to be processed into 370 logs for use in the royal funeral rites for Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha.
For residents and travellers in the region, this event highlights the deep cultural and spiritual significance of the Kui Buri area, which is historically associated with the provision of sacred timber for royal ceremonies. While the harvesting process is a solemn and private matter of state, visitors to the province may notice increased activity or local observances related to these preparations.
At this stage, the specific timeline for the subsequent processing of the timber and the final schedule for the royal funeral rites remain to be confirmed by the Royal Household Bureau. Observers should remain respectful of local customs and potential traffic adjustments if travelling near the designated forest areas during this period of national significance.