The new Thai King wrapped up the first day of his coronation by declaring his faith and willingness to be Buddhism's royal patron. King Maha Vajiralongkorn was carried on an ornately decorated palanquin to the Temple of the Emerald Buddha in the Grand Palace.

Thai King declares himself royal patron of Buddhism

Over 40 roads around and leading toward the Grand Palace will gradually be closed in Bangkok from Thursday (May 2) as Thailand gears up for the country's first coronation in nearly seven decades for King Maha Vajiralongkorn.

Sunrise, sunset as Thailand prepares for royal coronation at Grand Palace

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Thai King declares himself royal patron of Buddhism

Sunrise, sunset as Thailand prepares for royal coronation at Grand Palace