Phichit which is located on the Nan river shore in North Thailand holds, once a year, a traditional long boat race. In the races on the Nan water, 40 traditional long rowing boats compete in various categories; 41-55 paddlers, 31-40 paddlers and boats with less than 30 paddlers.
During the two days of the contests, a colored fair takes place. Culture shows, various music shows are held. In the fair the visitors can find stands that sell typical fruits of the area – Guavas, Pomelos, Tamarhindi, sweets, organic vegetables, etc…
The beautiful view of the long boats with tens of rowers in every boat is a visual experience that can be found only in Thailand.
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