One of the most lively tourist destinations in the world, Bangkok is frequented by thousands of travellers both local and foreign. Whether you’re travelling to Bangkok for its amazing sightseeing opportunities or its exceptional shopping and nightlife, this unique city in the heart Asia will open your eyes to a magical travel experience full of fun and excitement.
Floating markets are a popular attraction in Thailand and in the district of Talin Chan,one such market can be found.Talin Chan is one of the 50 districts of Bangkok, Thailand and is an old district that dates back to the Thon Buri province. This floating market in on the Thon Buri bank of the Chao Phraya River and the canal that the market is on links Bangkok Noi canal to the north and the Bangkok Yai to the south. This forms a semi circular moat around the old capital of Thon Buri.
Today the market is popular with tourists and locals as it represents the traditional Thai way of life that in the recent years have nearly disappeared. A time when communities lived near canals and rivers as their lives were entwined with the waterways which provided them a way of movement to sell their agricultural produce. The floating market is located on the canal Khlong Chak Pra; the idea of a floating market was initiated in 1987 to commemorate the King of Thailand’s 60th birthday. When this market first commenced it was made up of just five bamboo rafts and later upgraded to 11 metal pontoons.
The market which is open on weekends has an abundance of fresh vegetables, fruit and fish which are all sold from boats. Visitors can take a leisurely boat ride down the canal and sample the local produce whilst listening to traditional Thai music performances. Also on offer are Thai trinkets, flowers and plant which make ideal presents for friends and family. The floating markets of Bangkok are a definite must see for the traveller amongst other famous attractions that the City has to offer.
The range of accommodation is extensive and a Bangkok hotel can be readily found for the budget or a business traveller. Looking for some luxury and pampering? There are many a Bangkok luxury hotel out of which one such establishment is the Grand Millennium Sukhumvit Bangkok.
