The regatta will be in Thailand every year during the month of September, when all the rivers and waterways are in full swing. The races are all over the country, especially in the provinces of Pichit, Phitsanulok, Narathiwat, Nan, Angthong, Pathum Thani, Surat Thani and Ayutthaya instead.
The boat race is a traditional event in Thailand. History of Boat Racing dates back to Ayutthaya kingdom about 600 years ago. During this time, the races were held in order to keep the peoplephysically and mentally fit at a time when it was still constant shadow of the looming war over the land. Today, however, regattas and boat-race entertainment is considered a national sport.
The boats in boat races will be used from a single large trunk of a tree shelter built. Each boat can accommodate a maximum of 60 rowers. The rowers sit in two rows, to move the boat at maximum speed. Each boat is given a different colored dress. All rowers in a boatwear a similar outfit. During the race, the boats will be decorated with a variety of flowers and ribbons.
The regatta is a colorful festival, which attracts many local and foreign spectators. Viewers will see the sport with great enthusiasm and lasts right until the end of the race, with spectators cheering their favorite team. The improvised narrative of professional speaker makes the sport more interesting, and the audience have funduring exercise. At the end of the race, the winning team receives a trophy and prize.
