THE EMERALD BUDDHA
SEASONAL COSTUMEÂ CHANGING
SUMMER Â Â Â Â Â Â RAINYÂ Â Â Â Â Â WINTER
In tone of great reverence for The Emerald Buddha a ceremonial costume change, only performed by the King of Thailand, occurring three times per year: for Summer, Rainy and Winter seasons. Each custom costs approximately 3.8 Million Usd.
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A Royal ceremony takes place with a procession of Monks and dignitaries, the King, sprinkles water over the faithful to bring good fortune throughout the upcoming season.
The costumes are; a diamond encrusted golden robe through the hot season, a solid gold robe in the cool season and a gold-plated monk's robe with headdress for the rainy season.
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The summer and rainy season costumes were commissioned by King Rama I, (1737 – 1809).
King Rama III (1824-1851) had the third costume crafted for the winter season.
The costumes that are not presently adorning The Emerald Buddha are displayed nearby at the pavilion of regalia, Royal decorations and Thai coins on the grounds of the Grand Palace.
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