To mark the 120th birth anniversary of Somdet Phra Srinagarindra Boromrajajonani, revered throughout the nation as Somdet Ya (meaning Royal Grandmother), Siam Paragon is hosting the 23rd edition of "Kid Tueng Somdet Ya (Remembering Somdet Ya)" exhibition at its Lifestyle Hall on the 2nd floor, from Wednesday to Sunday.
The exhibition will recount the life of the late Princess Mother in six chapters. Photos courtesy of Siam Paragon
Held under the theme "In Her Thoughts" to honour the late Princess Mother's great contributions to the country, the annual exhibition which also marks the 25th anniversary of her passing will narrate her life and royal duties, as well as her noble and humble manners shaped by her discerned learning from persons close to her, by her humble living arrangements, and from the many philosophical works and other books.
The exhibition will recount her life from birth to her passing through six chapters presented in chronological order, with the focus on her constant efforts to help develop the country and its people and many of her projects that are now continued by several foundations and institutes.
The first chapter (1900-1917) depicts her childhood living in a small community by Wat Anongkharam before she became a student at the Siriraj School of Midwifery and Nursing and received a scholarship to study nursing in the US.
The second chapter (1917-1923) shows how studying in a foreign country helped broaden her perspectives in many aspects and her marriage with Prince Mahidol Adulyadej, the Prince of Songkla Nagarindra.
The third chapter (1924-1932) recounts the passing of the Prince of Songkhla Nagarindra and the responsibility that fell to the then Mom Sangwan as head of the family, raising their daughter and two sons during a time of great change in Thailand.
A replica of one of her lecture notebooks featuring her handwriting in French will be displayed for the first time. Siam Paragon
The fourth chapter (1933-1971) describes her devotion to raising her children after they moved to Switzerland and her attending classes, studying western and eastern philosophies and Sanskrit and Pali languages. Her many interests and thoughts were recorded in her hand-written journals.
The fifth chapter (1972-1995) focuses on her royal duties in Thailand including her many projects to generate sustainable income and nurture the well-being of Thai people. Her favourite hobbies and her interest in astronomy are also featured.
The sixth chapter (1966-present) tells about the foundations and institutes that carry on her dedication to improving the quality of people's lives.
A number of products from her royal initiated projects, Doi Tung Cafe and Doi Tung Lifestyle will be available for sale.
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