Chinese tourists to Wat Phra Kaew wear face masks

Chinese tourists visiting Wat Phra Kaew, or Temple of the Emerald Buddha – the most important temple in Bangkok – were seen wearing medical masks.

Chinese tourists to Wat Phra Kaew wear face masks The number of Chinese tourists has reportedly decreased, affected by the coronavirus which originated in Wuhan, China, before spreading to other countries, especially those in Asia.

Chinese tourists to Wat Phra Kaew wear face masks The deadly virus, which has caused death, has led to a shortage of medical masks in numerous countries.

Chinese tourists to Wat Phra Kaew wear face masks Meanwhile, a patient coming down with flu has shown symptoms similar to those of the new coronavirus. The case was reported in Nakhon Ratchasima province today (January 27).