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Markets

There is perhaps no better reflection of Thailand's abundance than that reflected in the dynamic cacophony of its local markets. Whether an up-country collection of shaky stalls, or a world-beater like Bangkok's Chatuchak, the sheer quantity overwhelms the senses, and defies rational thought "Who is eating all of this food?" is the first question, followed by "Who on earth is buying all of this stuff?" Asking a local might bring the puzzled glance of somebody being asked a silly question. Consulting a long-toothed expat might result in a predictable "Well, even after 25 years here, I've never figured that one out"

Consumer mysteries notwithstanding, Bangkok's markets provide a touristic treat, and a few hours spent in any of the city's tightly packed mazes will keep your eyes and nostrils at full attention, your feet dancing regular quicksteps, and your camera devouring rolls of film. Like so many sightseeing pleasures in the Kingdom, day markets are inevitably best appreciated at sunrise, and it is worth rising at first light to enjoy them at their coolest, most colourful best. Amongst the many waiting to be explored are the wholesale fruit, vegetable and flower market at Pak Klong Talaad; the plant market at Thewes; the clothes market at Pratunam; (next to Amari Watergate) the markets of Chinatown (see below) the night market of Pat Pong, and of course the Mother of all Markets at Chatuchak every weekend. (see our member area of an ezine article on this subject)

Bangkok's major sightseeing attractions and enjoyable pursuits can be categorised as follows:

• The Grand Palace Area
• Other Temples
• Markets
• Museums & Interesting Places
• Chinatown
• The River
• The Canals (klongs)
• Eating
• Shopping
• Nightlife
• The Skytrain
• Sports
• Daytrips in Bangkok
• Activities in Bangkok

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