Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej is a prominent symbol of Thai culture. His achievement and contribution to Thailand has made him a hero, an idol, a role model, simply a STAR in Thai people's eyes.  He has settled a number of political crises, contributed to the political upheaval and the per capita income when he was in crown has gone up 40-fold; an almost entirely agrarian society has been advanced and become a substantially urban one. Thus he has played an important role in shaping the collective Thai identity. As reported in BBC news "King Bhumibol Adulyadej is accorded an almost divine reverence, with titles like Phra Chao Yu Hua (Lord Upon our Heads) or Chao Chiwit (Lord of Life). It is not just his practical deeds they are looking at, but his manner, his modesty, his reserve, his gentleness, and his apparent detachment from the world - qualities he has worked hard to perfect and project.
He is as much a spiritual leader as a worldly one...People prostrate themselves on the ground in his presence. Yet there is genuine affection too, and it goes both ways. Thais talk of their love for him as though he were a cherished member of the family."
His birthday celebration on 5th December is another major Thai event in Hong Kong. Cele-bration activities include dance performance, food stalls and food donation for monks, which is in fact a good opportunity for people in Hong Kong to learn and experience the Thai culture. Check out their parade and performances in the videos below!