Thailand crowns king in ornate ceremonies; Xi congratulates

Before the crowning ritual, King Vajiralongkorn appeared dressed in simple white robes as he underwent a royal purification ritual, sitting under a canopied fountain that poured consecrated waters over his head.

As the waters started pouring, cannons from the 19th century, used specifically for the coronation, started firing 10 volleys each.

The country's Buddhist Supreme Patriarch also poured sacred waters over the king, followed by Brahmin priests and royal family members.

The king later changed into a full uniform and took a seat on an eight-sided, carved wooden throne to receive sacred waters on his hand in an anointment ritual.

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