Thailand’s royal barges: the craft and ceremony behind the golden prows
The vessels’ figureheads, working crews and recorded ceremonial roles reveal a tradition shaped by specialist craftsmanship and river travel.
NEWS & CONTEXT
Culture
Thailand’s heritage, history, architecture, traditions and places, explored in context.
Nene Royal returns to Phuket after America’s Got Talent win
The 16-year-old singer and guitarist returned home on 27 September after Thailand’s first win in the US competition. She also has original music recorded, without a release date given in her post-final interview.
Extra Universe at MOCA: fifty artists, different ways of seeing
EXTRA UNIVERSE brings work by 50 artists from 21/3 ART STUDIO to MOCA Bangkok, with an exhibition run listed for 10 September–11 October 2026.
Ayutthaya’s rivers explain the city its ruins cannot show
Canals, trading compounds and temple plans reveal how the old capital connected overseas commerce with royal authority and everyday life.