Bangkok, 15 Oct – People gradually took up seats until the area was full, watching a simulated rehearsal of the Royal Barge Procession.
The atmosphere this afternoon was the time when 4 royal barges were invited, namely the Suphannahong Royal Barge, the Anantanakarat Royal Barge, the Narai Song Suban King Rama IX Royal Barge, and the Anekchatphuchong Royal Barge, along with the rowers, dressed in their traditional costumes, out of Dock No. 1, Royal Thai Navy Dockyard Department, to prepare at the Wasukri Pier and the surrounding area, along with 48 other royal barges, such as the animal-shaped barges, the Dang Barges, and the Saeng Barges, before 3:00 p.m., when the rehearsal for the Royal Barge Procession would begin.
Today (October 15) is the first and second full dress rehearsal. On October 22, starting at 3:00 PM, people can watch along both sides of the Chao Phraya River, from Rama VIII Bridge to Wat Arun Ratchawararam, to see the unique beauty in the world.
The Royal Barge Procession this time used a
total of 52 royal barges, 1,280 meters long and 90 meters wide, with a total of 2,399 personnel on board. The rehearsal for the royal barge procession was organized in accordance with ancient royal traditions in every respect.
In addition to this spot, there are many other spots nearby that the navy has opened for the public to watch, such as the Navy Auditorium and the Royal Navy Club. They have set up stands for the public to come and watch on the dress rehearsal. It was found that almost all of the people were waiting to watch. Many people came from other provinces, such as this family from Samut Prakan Province. They said that they intended to come and watch on the dress rehearsal because on the actual day, they might not have the chance to sit and watch up close like this. Most importantly, they wanted to cheer on their son, who was one of the rowers. They brought binoculars from home, intending to capture the atmosphere, both through photos and memories, as much as possible. – Thai News Agency
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