via The Nation, 25 July 2024: Bangkokians are invited to see three royal barges on display at Ratchaworadit Pier on July 28-29, in celebration of His Majesty the King’s 72nd birthday. The Royal Thai Navy will present the barges Suphannahong, Narai Song Suban HM King Rama IX, and Anantanakkharat, accompanied by recitals of the “boat song” twice daily. An exhibition on royal barge processions will also be featured.
The barges, Suphannahong, Narai Song Suban HM King Rama IX and Anantanakkharat, will be tied to pontoons in the Chao Phraya River at the pier. The display will be marked with a recital of the “boat song” in two 25-minute sessions per day. The boats will be on display on Sunday and Monday (July 28-29) at the pier in Bangkok’s Phra Nakhon district.
On Sunday, the recital will be held at 3pm and 8.30pm, while on Monday, the song will be performed at 5pm and 8pm.
Source: Bangkokians invited to see 3 royal barges this weekend
