9th, November, 2012. Bangkok, Thailand. Thai sailors resting at dock after finish their duty . Over 2,000 rowers in 52 barges took part in the procession from Va Su Kri pier to Wat Arun Temple , held for the first time in five years and presided over by Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn,. The Royal Barge Procession to Present the Royal Kathin Ceremony in a part of The Celebration on the Auspicious Occasion of His Majesty the King’s 85th Birthday Anniversary 5th December 2012.

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