The discovery of a well-preserved ancient wooden boat found buried along the canal’s banks has captivated the local community in Khlong Thom, Krabi province.

 

The boat is believed to be connected to the same historical period as the famous Khlong Thom beads, dating back some 1,800 years.

 

Villagers stumbled upon the ancient vessel buried in the soil along the canal bank on Tuesday, February 13, approximately 1 kilometre from Wat Klong Thom. The boat is in remarkably good condition despite showing signs of erosion over time.

 

Measuring about 8 metres in length and 70 centimetres wide at its midpoint, the find represents a significant archaeological and cultural artefact.

 

Pasak Sakchai-Pisarn recounted that several days before the discovery, the abbot of Wat Klong Thom, a respected and revered figure in the community, had suggested to him that something lay hidden in the canal.

 

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

Caption: Photo courtesy of Sanook

 

Full story: The Thaiger 2024-02-16

 

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Not exactly like finding the Titanic is it?

1 hour ago, uttradit said:

Not exactly like finding the Titanic is it?

No. Titanic is nowhere near 1800 years old.

7 minutes ago, tomazbodner said:

No. Titanic is nowhere near 1800 years old.

Piece of wood 1800 years old. So exciting is it?

Wonder if the vehicle in the background is from the same era?   haha