Photo Essay: Thailand International Long Boat Race

Long-boat racing is a storied Thai tradition that the Tourism Authority of Thailand has celebrated each year since 1986 in a series of national races. The first Chao Phraya event was held near the Rama IX Bridge in 1999. Thai and international boat teams participate. Here are images from this year’s race.




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