Rehearsal of Royal Barge Procession held on Chao Phraya River in Bangkok

Ornate barges parade past the Grand Palace on the Chao Phraya River during rehearsal of Royal Barge Procession in Bangkok, Thailand, Nov 2, 2012. The dress rehearsal of the Royal Barge Procession for the Royal Kathin Ceremony kicked off here Friday, with the participation of 2,311 oarsmen from the Royal Thai Navy and 52 vessels, including four exquisitely crafted royal barges. The formal Royal Procession will take place on Nov 9.[Photo/Xinhua]