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If you are looking for a holiday destination full of historical atmosphere and traditional way of life, the "Folk Boat Museum, Wat Yang Na Rangsi", Lopburi Province is a must-visit. This temple was originally named "Wat Phaya Yang", presumed to be an ancient temple since the Lopburi period. It is located on the east bank of the Lopburi River, with a shady atmosphere with large rubber trees that have been a symbol of the community for a long time. It is suitable for walking, relaxing and absorbing the local culture to your heart's content.
The highlight here is the "Folk Boat Museum", which is located on the old wooden pavilion with traditional Central Thai architecture. This pavilion has been preserved as a learning resource for the way of life of waterfront people. Inside, there are more than 13 types of folk boats from the Central region, totaling nearly 100 boats, including pig boats, krachaeng boats, chala boats, emub boats, epong boats, and various types of dugouts, all of which were important vehicles in the past that are very rare to see today. This is also considered the first folk boat museum in Thailand.
Visiting this boat museum, in addition to seeing the beauty of ancient boats, you will also see the cooperation of the villagers and various agencies in preserving this cultural heritage. It is to instill love in the local area and pass on values to the next generation. Anyone who likes woodwork and Thai architecture will definitely be impressed with the craftsmanship of the past. This holiday, try inviting your family to visit the beauty along the Lopburi River at Wat Yang Na Rangsi. I guarantee that it will be a trip that is both fun and full of knowledge.
