Bangkok Walk
January 25th, 2021
One of my favorite things to do on a weekend in Bangkok is to start the day with street food while meandering to Chatuchak Weekend Market. Walk down any city street and you’ll find locals cooking all kinds of inventive things with grills, griddles, woks and steamers. From fresh fruits to barbecued squid to fried quail eggs to coconut pancakes (my favorite), there’s something to satisfy every appetite.
The Chatuchak Weekend Market is not be missed for its shopping and people watching. Sprawling 27 acres beyond the Mo Chit skytrain station, the market is a MAZE of housewares, crafts, clothing, shoes, jewelry, accessories, music and more food. My photos of the market show nothing of its size and energy, but take my word for it… Chatuchak is not to be missed if you’re inclined for a little mindless wandering and souvenir shopping. Just remember the number of the gate you entered so you can find your way home!
More tomorrow,
Kelly
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So many colours and things to eat, as you say there must be something for everyone. Coconut pancakes would suit me perfectly too.
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Ah, finally something to tempt you to Thailand! 🙂
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Certainly. It’s a good point, I don’t remember visiting a country mainly for its food, there must be something else, and good food comes as a bonus.
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I think we missed this!!!! It looks amazing, and just my kind of place.
Alison
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Oh, it’s the most amazing market! One of my favorites in the whole world. You would be riveted with the people watching!
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Wow, 27 acres! That’s a bunch. I can see how you could wander to your heart’s content, Kelly. –Curt
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All day, Curt! It’s that much fun. Endless trinkets and treasures, good food and popsicles for the heat.
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I’m crazy about markets anywhere we go. Sometimes, the people don’t want us to take pictures, so I honor their wishes. But when one of them poses and smiles, my heart melts. We really have more in common with people around the world than we think.
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I completely agree with you! We’re all aspiring for so many of the same things — food, shelter, love, a way to make a living and take care of family members.
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I love markets and this one would be fabulous!
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Yes, this market is the ultimate!! 🙂 Thanks, CadyLuck!
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I absolutely adored the pictures of the market place . Its pulsating energy is unmissable. The food , the dazzling colours, the locals were charming. Super post!
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Thank you so much! The Chatuchak market really is one of the best in the world. Thanks for stopping by and sharing your thoughts!
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