Iconic Italian ship docks in Phuket

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Venice Vespucci’s world tour to promote European culture

PUBLISHED: 6 Nov 2024 at 19: 35

Amerigo Vespucci, an Italian Navy tall ship billed as “the most beautiful ship in the world”, is moored at Phuket Deep Sea Port and will welcome visitors aboard to tour a special exhibition. (Photo: 3rd Naval Area)
Visitors can board the Roman Navy’s Amerigo Vespucci to visit a special exhibition at Phuket Deep Sea Port. The tall ship is billed as” the most beautiful ship in the world.” ( Photo: 3rd Naval Area )

The Thai Deep Sea Port is home to the tall ship of the Roman Navy PHUKET-Amerigo Vespucci, which is awaiting visitors to observe an exhibition of European art, culture, and infrastructure.

The 94-year-old fleet is on a three-year world tour to promote Italy’s much history and rich tradition. India will be its future port of call after Phuket.

Aside from the onboard show, the ship also boasts an Italian cafe.

Although there is no charge for attendance, registration is required in advance. Visiting periods are as follows:

  • Thursday: 10am to lunch and 2pm to 7pm
  • Friday and Saturday: 10am to lunch and 3pm to 5pm
  • Sunday: 10.30am to 12.30pm and 3pm until 7pm.

The Third Naval Area Command’s Chief, Vice Adm. Suwat Donsakun, stated that his employees would be in charge of keeping the European ship safe until it departs.

The demand welcomed the fleet on Tuesday evening and escorted it to the slot with two patrol boats and a police helicopter.