Happy Birthday to the King of Thailand

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December 5th 2010

Published: December 5th 2010

We delayed going to Ko Chang until tomorrow as we were told it was the King's 83rd birthday so big celebrations here.

Fireworks were let off over the river and roads were closed as thousands of lanterns were set off in his honour.

I have never seen so many people in one place, think every single Thai person was here! Mostly wearing pink shirts for some reason. Men and women alike.

Enjoy the photos we really are off to a beach tomorrow!

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