Khlong
Phadung Krung Kasem
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is
inviting local and international tourists to visit the country’s newest
attraction, the “Khlong
Phadung Krung Kasem: The Bangkok Floating Market”, which
opened yesterday under the initiative of Prime Minister General Prayut
Chan-o-cha that calls for the preservation and promotion of Thai
traditions and culture including the traditional riverside way of life.
TAT Governor, Mr.
Thawatchai Arunyik said, “Khlong Phadung Krung Kasem: The Bangkok
Floating Market offers a glimpse of what life in the Thai capital was
like back when canals were everywhere. Waterway and riverside communities
were the symbol of Bangkok that was also known as the “Venice of the
East” during much of the 19th century.
Nowadays, waterside communities continue to thrive in certain parts of the capital
and the Central Region.”
The “Khlong Phadung Krung Kasem: The
Bangkok Floating Market” is showcasing delights of Thai arts and crafts,
souvenirs and delicacies from six floating markets and five land-based
markets from Bangkok and the neighbouring provinces.
The event is taking place daily from 12
February – 1 March, 2015, at Khlong Phadung Krungkasem and areas near
Government House from Orathai Bridge Phadung to Makkhawan Bridge in
Bangkok’s Old Quarters or known as Rattanakosin Island.
The Floating
Market, featuring 60 boats, will open from 15.00-20.00 hrs. and the 80
stalls on land will open from 11.00-20.00 hrs.
TAT Governor said, “While enjoying the
sights and sounds as well as taking part in the event’s cultural and fun
activities at the fair, visitors can sample traditional Thai foods and
delicacies, including boat noodles or kuai tiao ruea, one of the favourite Thai
dishes synonymous to all of Thailand’s floating markets.
"Visitors can
also shop for Thai crafts and souvenirs that are still made in the
traditional way.”
Throughout the 18 days, the event will
feature a host of traditional activities including special wooden-boat
races and Muay Talay (sea
boxing) matches, and a boat tour of the historical sites along Khlong
Phadung Krungkasem.
On land, there will be displays of Thai arts and
crafts made in the traditional way; such as, fancy kites and replicas of
Thai wooden boats, and an exhibition highlighting the story of Khlong
Phadung Krungkasem.
Traditional Thai music and cultural performances will
take place twice daily.
The festival area can be easily reached
by public transport including buses and taxis. For visitors using
Bangkok’s thriving mass transit systems, they are advised to get off at
the MRT Subway Hualampong Station, and continue the journey to the fair
by taking the complimentary shuttle boat services that are available
daily from 11.00-19.00 hrs.
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