King of Thailand celebrates 85th birthday

Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej is surrounded by his Daugthers Princess Ubol Ratana (L), Chulabhorn (2L), His son Crown Prince Vajiralongkorn (2R) and Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn on the occasion of his his 85th birthday, as tens of thousands come to pay respect and get a rare chance to see him in person, on Dec. 5, 2012, in Bangkok.

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