The procession, which has taken place for nearly 700 years, will sail along Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, and the government has prepared places to watch the magnificent barges, including Thammasat University, Santichaiprakarn Park, Nakapirom Park, Siriraj Hospital, and Wat Rakhang Khositaram.

The State Railway of Thailand’s director-general, Suthep Panpeng has said that Airport Rail Link will offer free rides from 5.30am to midnight. Tickets are available at all stations.