Royal Ceremony Held at Wat Benchamabophit
The King and Queen of Thailand presided over a Kathin robe offering ceremony and a Buddha statue casting ritual in Bangkok.
On November 5, 2026, His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua and Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana visited Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram in the Dusit district of Bangkok. The royal couple presided over the traditional Kathin robe offering ceremony, a significant annual event in the Thai Buddhist calendar that marks the end of the three-month rainy season retreat. Following the religious offering, Their Majesties participated in a sacred metal-pouring ceremony to cast a replica of the Phra Phuttha Chinnarat statue. This specific casting is part of a commemorative series titled '126th Anniversary of the Ordination Hall Restoration.' For residents and visitors, such royal ceremonies often result in temporary traffic adjustments around the Dusit area and highlight the deep cultural significance of the temple, which is a major landmark. While the event proceeded as scheduled, further details regarding the public availability or installation timeline of the newly cast statues have not been officially confirmed. Observers should note that temple grounds may experience increased foot traffic during periods of royal activity, and visitors are encouraged to respect local customs and dress codes when visiting active religious sites.
