In an extravagant affair, a local entrepreneur, known for his tent rental business, laid out an impressive funeral ceremony for his late parents in Thailand. The funeral, which cost over 10 million baht, featured a five-tiered, nine-peak funeral pyre, sparking intrigue and awe in all those who attended.

 

The event, hosted in Jula Manee Temple’s parking area yesterday, was unexpectedly luxurious considering it was for ordinary citizens.

 

The elaborate funeral ceremony at Amphawa in Samut Songkhram, southwest of Bangkok, was adorned with vibrant lights and boasted an entertainment line-up featuring artists from all over Thailand.

 

The merriment ensued for five consecutive nights from July 16 to July 20, across two concert stages, captivating villagers who had never witnessed such grandeur at an average citizen’s funeral. Spectacular festive lights were installed over an area greater than five acres, and brilliant bulbs were set up along the Samut Songkhram-Bang Pa-In route, spanning over 8 kilometres.

 

Looking back, the host of this extravagant yet humbling funeral event, known as “Pron Julha Duang Maeklong,” born Sanit Limjijong, reveals his modest beginnings. Born with a disability causing the loss of his left arm, he initially found employment in movie dubbing before venturing into the tent rental business. He expanded his services from stage and sound system rentals to hosting full-scale events, all while maintaining strong ties with artists across the country, reported KhaoSod.

 

By Nattapong Westwood

Caption: Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/thai-entrepreneur-hosts-10-million-baht-funeral-spectacle-in-honour-of-parents

 

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Son done good and sent his parents off in style.. 

Filial Piety to the very end.....

..And a good business day for the Monks too.