Bangkok

The Magnificent Royal Barges

The Royal Barge of King Bhumibol

Eight of the most elaborate Royal Barges, which occasionally process along the Chao Praya River for religious and royal ceremonies are housed in the Royal Barge Museum on the banks of Rim Khlong Bangkok Noi , very near to the river.

Along the River and Khlongs

  • Cruising past Wat Arun
  • Inside a water taxi
  • Longtailed boat
  • Expensive home along a canal (khlong)
Below: views along a khlong, including “street”signs, art work, graffiti and pouring rain.

Street Life and Markets

  • Honoring the late king
  • A quick prayer

Ancient and Modern Side by Side