Here’s a collection of photos from the Pattaya Long Boat Races which took place on the 19th and 20th of November, the long boat races are now an annual event in Pattaya. This year was the 11th year of the Pattaya Long Boat Races at Mabprachan Lake, East Pattaya. Rowing teams from many regions of Thailand, plus teams from Cambodia, China, Hong Kong and various other countries competed for trophies and cash prizes. There were various categories, long boats, longer boats, and really long boats, crews varied from 12 to 55 rowers, or oarsmen.
Long boats on Mabprachan lake Pattaya Thailand.The Thai long boats are certainly elegant looking boats, the extended pole at the prow of the long boats adds a little grace and charm to their appearance.
Rowing hard at the Pattaya Long Boat Races.
Rowing in tandem Pattaya Long Boat Races 2011.
A short Long Boat !!.
The impressively decorated boats at the Pattaya Long Boat Races.
An extra pair of eyes always comes in handy.
Pattaya Long Boat Races.
Preparing to race at the Long Boat, Mabprachan lake Pattaya Thailand.
Thai Long Boats loaded with offerings for the spirits placed upon the bow.
A figurine of a female deity / goddess, possibly Mae Khongkha rides on the bow of the long boat.
Cooling off after a hard race.