Thousands of Thais gathered at Sanam Luang on Sunday to pay their respects to Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati, on the first day the Royal Household Bureau opened public access for mourners to offer tribute before her portrait and sign condolence books.
The atmosphere throughout the morning was solemn as people from Bangkok and provinces across the country arrived steadily to take part in the commemorative ceremonies. Many wore black and carried portraits of the princess, expressing their gratitude for her lifelong service to the nation.