Thousands of devotees flocked to Kuenselphodrang from as early as 3 AM today, eager to catch a glimpse of Their Majesties the ...

Using their land resources, the Chakri dynasty and Bolkiah house have prospered on their respective continents. It is hard to estimate royal wealth for myriad reasons, but it is incalculable.

by the founder of the Chakri dynasty. The first Chakri king was crowned Rama I. Rama's heirs became increasingly concerned with the threat of European colonialism after British victories in ...

He is now being crowned the tenth king of the Chakri dynasty. A photograph from summer 1960 shows the family by the Ouchy Castle on the lakeside in Lausanne. Walking in front is Queen Sirikit ...

James Hookway is a foreign news editor at The Wall Street Journal.

the Chakri Naruebet - which means "Sovereign of the Chakri dynasty," the Thai monarchy's ruling family - was mostly consigned to sitting in port due to funding shortfalls. There are several ...

the first monarch of the Chakri Dynasty. "King Rama I established Bangkok as the capital of Thailand on April 21, 1782, making this year the 243rd anniversary of the Rattanakosin Kingdom," said ...

BANGKOK, Thailand – Thailand is celebrating the 243rd anniversary of the Rattanakosin Kingdom through nationwide events honoring royal heritage and cultural pride. The government is inviting the ...