Royal barge rehearsal viewing spots on offerListen to this articleDesignated viewing spots will be available for people wanting to watch the full-dress rehearsal of the Royal Barge Procession on the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok today, according to the Public Relations Department. Gilded and garlanded: A worker decorates a replica of the royal barge ‘Suphannahong’ with flowers. The replica is displayed on Makkhawan Rangsan Bridge on Ratchadamnoen Avenue ahead of the Royal Barge Ceremony on Oct 27, which marks the royal ‘kathin’ ceremony. The procession starts from Wasukri Pier (Wat Rachathiwat Pier), passes under Rama VIII Bridge and Phra Pinklao Bridge, and ends at Wat Arun. The rehearsal will start at 3pm and the city has prepared viewing areas for the public with mobile restroom facilities at the following locations:
