SRT Celebrates 128th Anniversary with Steam Locomotive Excursion
March 26, 2025 11:12 AM
Bangkok, March 26 The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has launched a special steam locomotive journey along the historic BangkokAyutthaya route in celebration of its 128th anniversary.
Mr. Chayatham Phromsorn, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Transport, presided over the ceremony marking the launch of the special excursion train, Steam Locomotive No. 901. This Pacific-type steam engine, dating back to the post-World War II era, retraces the historic route from Bangkok to Ayutthaya and back. Also in attendance was Mr. Veerish Amrapal, Governor of the State Railway of Thailand. The event offers the public and tourists a chance to be part of a journey steeped in history and to pay tribute to King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), who laid the foundations for Thailands railway system.
Todays steam locomotive excursion was extremely popular, attracting both Thai and international tourists. Every seat was fully booked as travelers eagerly sought to experience the historic route. The atmosphere aboard the train was lively and joyful. Notably, this special train operates only seven days a year, reserved exclusively for significant occasions.
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