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Nan Boat-Racing Festival - Thailand
Nan Boat-Racing Festival
Information about Nan Boat-Racing Festival
Nan traditional long boat festival is held twice annually in September-October-November when the water level of Nan river is at its peak. Racing boats are usually made from dugout tree trunks and can accommodate up to 60 oarsman, commonly dressed in the same color, in a double row. The event attracts many spectators throughout the country. Trophies and prizes are given to the winning team at the end.Venue: Nan River at Wat Phrathat Chang Kham Worawihan, Phra Aram Luang at the foot of the Northern Phatthana Bridge in Nan town;
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Location : Nan
TAT Nan Office - Tel. +66 (0) 5471 1217
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The best festivals in Thailand
With a lot of traditions, festivals in Thailand are numerous and some are worldwide famous. Loy Krathong sometimes also called the Festival of Lights is held in November and was elected second best festival in the world. It must be said that this is the most photogenic festival in Thailand.
Public holidays in Thailand
The main events of the Buddhist calendar but also the anniversaries of the King and Queen of Thailand and other days related to the History of the country are holidays in Thailand. If banks and administrations are generally closed those days, transport, shops and restaurants operate normally.
