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Chatuchak Market, Bangkok
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the largest of it's type in the world. And it is probably the most diverse.
It is 68 rai (over 26 acres and 100,000 square meters) in area. Chatuchak is
much more than a market. It is a singular experience and not to be missed.
Anything for sale in Bangkok will be here as well. The market is chaotic and
illogical, but it works.
An estimate 200,000 shoppers arrive each day. Shops and stalls, 9,000 of them, sell merchandise of every description. From antiques to Buddha amulets to pets and handicrafts, the sprawling complex is a shopper's delight. Many of the 5,000+ merchants are individuals and families who work all week to prepare merchandise for sale on weekends. You will find bargains galore. Bargaining is required and Chatuchak is an excellent place to hone your skills.
Chatuchak weekend market cleansed to prevent H1N1 flu
Chatuchak, Bangkok?s biggest weekend market, much-frequented by foreign tourists and Thais alike, will carry out a massive cleaning of its premises in the wake of increased new H1N1 infections.
The cleaning work will be done on Monday and Tuesday, said Pornthep Techapaiboon, chairman of the market executives.
Health officials will instruct ...
Holiday Inn Silom, Bangkok
The hotel is located on bustling Silom Road, in the heart of Bangkok's commercial, shopping, jewelry and entertainment heaven.
The hotel is easily accessible to Bangkok's suburbs, tourist attractions and Suvarnabhumi Airport, which is 45 minutes away via the expressway. Alternatively, the Surasak skytrain station, which is just a 5 minute walk ...
Sofitel Centara Grand Bangkok
Ideally situated on Vibhavadee Rangsit Motorway, with the famous Chatuchak Park and Chatuchak market opposite, this award-winning hotel stands amidst the booming business district of Bangkok.
The hotel is adjacent to the renowned Central Plaza Shopping Mall & Bangkok Convention Centre, with over 200 shops and multiple cinemas, combined with ample ...
| Hotels near Chatuchak Market |
- The market is on Paholyothin Road, north of the Victory Monument and near the Northern Bus Terminal.
- Getting there is relatively simple since everyone know the place. The
Skytrain is an excellent alternative. Take the
skytrain to the Mochit Station,
the last northbound station. And the new
Bangkok subway now runs to
Chatuchak.
- The market is officially open only on weekends from 09:00 to 18:00.
- Go early, it will be hot.
- Get a map at the police booth. It makes finding your way around much easier.
- If you go as a group, use the clock tower as a meeting point.
- Watch your money ... with 200,000 people, a few pickpockets are sure to be there as well.
- Enjoy one of the truly unique shopping experience in Asia.