I think people are allowed to attend. They stand opposite to the Royal Guard, on the right of the image. But I can only see very few people. Maybe not general public, but only Royal Palace staff or relatives.

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: Wonderful ceremony! I am surprised that there
: do not seem to be any spectators, even from
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: that members of the public don't watch such
: a colorful, well-organized pageant.
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