The only one of its type in Thailand with the tradition of a Buddha image procession and grabbing the flag. This tradition has been passed down for more than 100 years. It is held annually during the end of Buddhist Lent (1st day of the 11th waning moon). In the morning, alms are offered, procession of land and water bound Buddha images, and traditional long boat parades carrying the Royal Plaque and Trophies of H.M. the King and the Royal Family. After that, the traditional long boat races begin. The winner must enter the finish line or grab the flag from a man crouching on a bow of a boat.

Long Boat Races is being held at Lang Suan River of Darn Prachakorn Temple in Lang Sual district , Chumphon, from October 18 to 24, Sponsored by Lang Suan district authorities, Chumphon Provincial Administration Organization . The traditional long boat is intended to boost local people's inheritance local calture of Lang Suan river public awareness of the importance of traditional inheritance.

The major activities is important for the boat parade are Buddha effigy boat procession. Another activity that attracts many people is free food that starts at 16.00 hrs. that is held on Lang Suan Roads. This is done through the cooperation of restaurants, communities, and various agencies in this district. Other activities include a Tak Bat Devo and Thot Pha Pa ceremony, Thewo alms giving, cheer squad competition and a boat race in Lang Suan River as well as contest of chicken, local culture showcases, sales of OTOP products and so on.

For more information:
TAT Chumphon Office Tel. 077 501831 / 077 50277-6
Lang Suan district authorities Tel. 0 7754 5075 / 08 9291 8598