Bangkok (Thailand) – November 3, 2016 (travelindex.com) – The Thai government has announced that after the first 30 days of mourning for His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej have ended on November 14, 2016, restrictions on festive occasions and entertainment venues will be lifted and television and radio broadcasts will be able to return to normal programming.

The government made this announcement to reassure visitors planning a trip to Thailand that all events and festivals will take place as scheduled. At the same time, it aims to inform the local population that, while the mourning period is being respected, other aspects of life are returning to normal to avoid disruption and ensure people's livelihoods.

All entertainment events, parties, festivals, as well as radio and television broadcasts will resume on November 14, 2016.

Thailand invites everyone to contribute to the National Archive in memory of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej.

The Thai Ministry of Culture invites the local population and visitors to contribute photos and video clips to commemorate the death of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej from October 13, 2016, which will be included in a memorial book entitled "The People's Archive" and in a documentary film entitled "Forever in Thai Hearts".

Photos can be uploaded to Facebook at pic.culture2559 or via the Line app. Anyone submitting images must provide the date, time, and location of the photo, as well as the owner's name and contact information.

To celebrate Thailand's past and culture during this historic transition period, the Ministry of Culture, Department of Fine Arts, invites all visitors to enjoy free admission to national museums and historical parks throughout Thailand from now until January 31.

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