Why to visit Damnoen Saduak Floating Market.

The Damnoen Saduak Floating Market is one of the most popular floating markets in the world, having been promoted as a significant tourist attraction and a symbol of Thai culture. Thai natives and traders steer swaying boats on the lake, selling a variety of agricultural products, fruits, trinkets, and freshly made local dishes that visitors can sample while cruising in their own boats.

Several female sellers dressed in traditional mo hom clothing and broad-brimmed straw caps carrying items on compact wooden boats known as sampans might be expected to venture the market through confined klongs (canals). The boats laden with colourful fruits and vegetables that are frequently utilised as a tool for tourism promotion provide numerous memorable photo possibilities for visitors to this market.

The history of the floating market dates back to the days when Bangkok was a network of interweaving canals and rivers where vendors would sell their items while travelling the waterways in their boats.

Special Tip

There are many things to buy but the most authentic thing you can buy is the traditional Thai souvenirs such as Thai conical hands and flower candles.

By Yashica Singh