In Pictures: Thailand's Royal Barges Take To The Water Ahead Of Ceremonial Procession

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Thailand's royal rowers take part in an elaborate rehearsal, showcasing the ornate ceremonial barges and centuries-old traditions ahead of the grand procession

Thailand Royal Barge Procession rehearsal
Oarsmen row the Narai Song Suban royal barge during a full dress rehearsal for the Royal Barge Procession on the Chao Phraya river in Bangkok, Thailand, on Oct. 21, 2026. | Photo: AP/Sakchai Lalit
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Thai Royal Barge Procession
Oarsmen row during a full dress rehearsal for the Royal Barge Procession on the Chao Phraya river in Bangkok, Thailand, on Oct. 21, 2026. | Photo: AP/Sakchai Lalit
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Royal Barge Procession Bangkok
Oarsmen row during a full dress rehearsal for the Royal Barge Procession on the Chao Phraya river in Bangkok, Thailand, Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026. | Photo: AP/Sakchai Lalit
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Royal Barge Procession 2026
A helmsman gives signals to oarsmen during s full dress rehearsal for the Royal Barge Procession on the Chao Phraya river in Bangkok, Thailand, on Oct. 21, 2026. | Photo: AP/Sakchai Lalit
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Chao Phraya River royal barge
Oarsmen row during a full dress rehearsal for the Royal Barge Procession on the Chao Phraya river in Bangkok, Thailand, on Oct. 21, 2026. | Photo: AP/Sakchai Lalit
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Royal Barge Procession full dress rehearsal
Oarsmen row during a full dress rehearsal for the Royal Barge Procession on the Chao Phraya river in Bangkok, Thailand, on Oct. 21, 2026. | Photo: AP/Sakchai Lalit
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Chao Phraya River viewing spots Royal Barge
Oarsmen prepare for a full dress rehearsal of the Royal Barge Procession in Bangkok, Thailand, on Oct. 21, 2026. | Photo: AP/Sakchai Lalit
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Royal Barge Procession rehearsal photos
Oarsmen pray during a full dress rehearsal for the Royal Barge Procession on the Chao Phraya river in Bangkok, Thailand, on Oct. 21, 2026. | Photo: AP/Sakchai Lalit
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Royal Barge Procession practice
Oarsmen prepare for a full dress rehearsal for the Royal Barge Procession in Bangkok, Thailand, on Oct. 21, 2026. | Photo: AP/Sakchai Lalit

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