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- Thailand
- Bangkok
- Royal Barges National Museum
Royal Barges National Museum
The Royal Barges National Museum houses several decorative royal
barges, the earliest of which dates back to 1357. Most of the
barges served as War Vessels at one point, and were subsequently
used on royal or state occasions on the Chao Phraya River. Due to
their age the barges are now rarely used, but their intricate
designs reflecting Thai religious beliefs and local history are of
great importance to the country's heritage. The barges were last
used at the end of 1999 to celebrate the king's 72nd birthday.
Information & Facts
Address
Arun Amarin Road, Bangkok Noi
Admission
Language
Thai is the official language, although English is widely
spoken in tourist areas.
Money
The unit of currency is the Baht (THB), which is divided
into 100 satang. Currency can be exchanged at the airport, banks,
hotels and bureaux de change. Banks are open Monday to Friday. ATMs
are available in most cities and tourist resorts. Most large hotels
and shops accept travellers cheques, but a better rate will be
given at banks. Most major credit cards are accepted at hotels and
larger businesses.
Opening Times
Time