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Royal Barge

Royal Barge
Clip: 493137_1_1
Year Shot: 1967 (Actual Year)
Audio: Yes
Video: B/W
Tape Master: 1766
Original Film: 040-090-01
HD: N/A
Location: River Chao in Bangkok
Timecode: -

The ancient splendor of the Siamese Court is recalled by the Royal Barge Procession down the River Chao in Bangkok. It signals the end of Buddhist lent in a tradition which is centuries-old. A shots from across the Chao River shows the peaked roof line of the Royal Palace. The Royal family departs from a boat, and is greeted by soldiers holding rowing oars. The Royal Barge / dragon boat, floats in the water. The ors men enter the barge. Shots show the men rowing.