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LEA-43D Memorial Night In Bangkok

TThe 'Sri Suphannahongsa' is the most majestic of all Thai royal barges beautifully carved figurehead in the form of celestial swan in the Thai style, which first appeared during the Ayutthaya period.

Since ancient times, Thai monarch has traveled in processions on land or by river, and on significant occasions these have been extremely elaborate. Among the most spectacular of all are the major royal barge processions, which are reserved for river journeys made by the king for private or official functions.

The 'Sri Suphannahongse' is one of the emblems of The 2003 APEC summit, signifying that Thailand has enjoyed lucrative trade with other countries since ancient times. The barges with great artistic value would receive constant attention and restoration and ancient custom and tradition would be revived and preserved as part of the national heritage and culture. At the same time, it would promote the Thai customs to foreign eyes.