Chud Thai to be considered for UNESCO intangible heritage listing
Princess Sirivannavari wears Chud Thai Chakri, reflecting the distinctive beauty of Thai dress and the value of knowledge and craftsmanship passed down through generations.
- Thailand's national costume, "Chud Thai," will be considered for inscription on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
- The nomination is officially titled “Chud Thai: The Knowledge, Craftsmanship and Practices of the Thai National Costume.”
- The consideration will take place at the 21st session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage.
- This session is scheduled to be held in Xiamen, China, from November 30 to December 5, 2026.
Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya wears a “Chud Thai Chakri” ensemble, one of the eight styles of Chud Thai Phra Ratchaniyom, or royally favoured Thai dress.
Her attire reflects the distinctive beauty of Thai dress and the value of traditional knowledge and craftsmanship passed down through generations.
Join in taking pride in another important step for “Chud Thai” on the world stage.
Thailand has received confirmation from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) that “Chud Thai: Knowledge, Craftsmanship and Practices of the Thai National Costume” will be considered for inscription on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Consideration will take place at the 21st session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage in Xiamen, the People’s Republic of China, from Monday (November 30, 2026) to Saturday (December 5, 2026).
Join in taking pride in the beauty of Chud Thai, a treasured part of the nation’s cultural heritage, and help carry this tradition forward and showcase the charm of Thai dress to the world.
