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    Home » Journal

    The Floating Market in Thailand

    February 29, 2012 by Kankana Saxena

    Out of all the beautiful places we visited in Thailand, this tourist spot topped on my list. It's a market in the middle of a huge canal, where vendors float in their small boats selling local products. You can expect to find vegetables, fruits, clothes, bags, shoes, spices.. almost anything you are looking for.

    It opens early morning at around 8 am and shuts down at around 11 am. This was a bummer for me as I am not a morning person at all!  We drove for 2 hrs from Bangkok and reached the market just on time. We immediately hired a boat and spent about 3 hours rowing, eating fruits, shopping and of course, capturing the moments.

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    1. easyfoodsmith

      March 04, 2012 at 6:09 am

      You nearly transported me to Thailand with your gorgeous pics!

    2. Alyssa

      March 04, 2012 at 12:58 am

      Your photos are so vibrant. Beautiful! My husband and I were planning a family vacation to Thailand this summer, but we just found out the timing is right in the middle of rainy season. I'd still like to go anyway though!

    3. Asmita

      March 03, 2012 at 8:38 pm

      So beautiful. I have visited Thailand a couple of times but never went to the floating market. Love the little stalls selling fresh fruit and treats. Colorful, vibrant photographs.

    4. mjskit

      March 03, 2012 at 4:22 pm

      This looks absolutely amazing! I would love to do this just once!

    5. Angie@Angie's Recipes

      March 03, 2012 at 11:59 am

      This is really interesting!

    6. Deepa

      March 03, 2012 at 9:26 am

      Amazing pics of the Floating Market.

      Deepa
      Hamaree Rasoi

    7. Vijitha

      March 02, 2012 at 10:54 pm

      I have seen them only in movies and TV. I am sure it would have been super fun to watch it live. Will ask about it more in person. Gorgeous clicks lovely lady!

    8. Reem | Simply Reem

      March 02, 2012 at 10:43 pm

      Wonderful Kankana!!!
      U have amazing eye for travel photography my dear....
      These need to be published.. I mean it.

    9. Kala

      March 02, 2012 at 9:25 pm

      Fabulous series of photos, Kankana. I feel like I was right there with you!

    10. rebecca

      March 02, 2012 at 6:49 pm

      wow awesome really want to visit this too

    11. Charles

      March 02, 2012 at 4:20 pm

      I think this was part of a James Bond movie back in the 70s or so - can't remember the name of the movie now, but I thought it looked so interesting - I had no idea it was actually "real" - it looks like a wonderful experience... thanks for sharing your beautiful photos - so colourful!

    12. Jennifer (Delicieux)

      March 02, 2012 at 4:08 pm

      What beautiful photos! It must have been such an amazing experience to be there. Everything looks so fresh and delicious.

    13. Richa@HobbyandMore

      March 02, 2012 at 1:58 pm

      beautiful captures! the fruits and veggies look so fresh.

    14. Tina (PinayInTexas)

      March 02, 2012 at 12:12 pm

      Thanks for sharing those wonderful photos, Kankana! They make me feel like I've been to that floating market in Thailand with you.
      Happy weekend!

    15. Sara{OneTribeGourmet}

      March 02, 2012 at 11:45 am

      WOW!!! What an Amazing experience! My dream vacation is to visit Thailand and experience it's wonderful cuisine! Lovely pics Kankana!

    16. Roxana GreenGirl { A little bit of everything}

      March 02, 2012 at 6:04 am

      looks like such a wonderful place to visit.

    17. nisha

      March 02, 2012 at 3:29 am

      i loved the floating market too..infact i loved everything about thailand 🙂
      lovely pics

    18. Mats

      March 02, 2012 at 2:14 am

      Very nice series of photos, must have been a great experience!

    19. nipponnin

      March 01, 2012 at 10:24 pm

      Fascinating place indeed. My uncle lived there for 5 years for business but I never got chance to visit.
      Thank you for you for your kind comment.

    20. Marsha @ The Harried Cook

      March 01, 2012 at 7:02 pm

      Gorgeous pictures, Kankana! Makes me feel like I need to go there soon... Glad you had a lovely time! Beautiful post... 🙂

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