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Ayutthaya Floating Market provides the opportunity for visitors to reach traditional Thai culture and commerce in the historic city of Ayutthaya. On the river, this energetic market is filled with wooden boats selling everything from fresh fruits and vegetables to handmade crafts and delicious street food.
Ayutthaya Floating Market (Source: Oh Ho)
It is designed to resemble the floating markets of old, providing a glimpse into the country's rich heritage. This place is ideal to taste real Thai delicacies, purchase souvenirs, and enjoy the liveliness in the air surrounded by natural scenic beauty amidst the ancient Ayutthaya ruins.
The Ayutthaya Floating Market is a relatively modern creation, one that aspires to recapture the essence of the traditional floating markets of Thailand, especially those existing under the reign of the Ayutthaya Kingdom between 1350 and 1767. While the proper market was established in the early 21st century, it draws from historical trading practices of the region.
In ancient times, much of the trading in Ayutthaya was done by transporting wares through the series of rivers and canals crossing the area. Business was carried out by merchants in their boats, a practice in its heyday when the kingdom was in its prime, while the canals provided the much-needed means of transportation. Floating markets were a part of the local economy, purveying everything from foodstuffs to textiles.
Ayutthaya Floating Market (Source: Wikipedia)
The water canals eventually became filled in, either entirely or partially, with many falling into disrepair after the fall of Ayutthaya in 1767, and the floating market traditions vanished with them. The Ayutthaya Floating Market is thus a modernistic revival with a purpose of continuing this historic aspect of Thai culture, presenting locals and tourists with a chance to catch some of the lively vibrancy that once defined the atmosphere of the region.
Today, being a non-ancient place, Ayutthaya Floating Market represents a great cultural and tourist spot, putting together past and present elements. It tries to show in a more typical way Traditional Thai culture in terms of handicraft and food, with the vivid spirit of the rich trading history in Ayutthaya.
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Tourists can get to the place from Bangkok by car or by taxi, or, even easier, by the use of public transportation:. By car, it takes about 1.5-2 hours on Phahonyothin Road (Highway 1) to get here, while the trains from Hua Lamphong Station to Ayutthaya allow tourists to enjoy beautiful scenery en-route in 1.5 hours. Public buses also run from Mo Chit Bus Terminal with a journey time of about 1.5 hours. Once in Ayutthaya, you will be greeted by waiting taxis and tuk-tuks that will take you across to the market, which is situated in the Khlong Sra Bua area not too far from the Chao Phraya River. You can also go for a ride along the river towards the floating market as that would give you a varied perspective of the surroundings.
This floating market in Ayutthaya allows tourists to indulge in various activities and amusements that mirror Thailand's rich culture and heritage. Here's what you can see and do:
Thai Traditional Boats (Source: Peek)
The place is about selling wares off of boats toward the recreation of a historical atmosphere of floating markets that once lined the rivers of Ayutthaya. You can take a boat ride along the canal to explore the area from the water.
Handmade Thai crafts and souvenirs are sold, such as cloth, wood carvings, accessories, and traditional Thai clothes, at the many small stalls around the market.
Authentic Thai Street Food (Source: Learn Thai with Mod)
Everything from fresh fruits, traditional snacks like "pad Thai" and "som tam" or papaya salad, to more elaborate dishes, is all kinds of delicious Thai food. Don't miss the local specialty dishes like "boat noodles" and "grilled seafood".
Various live performances throughout the day showcase traditional Thai music and dance that reflects the culture of the nation. These are well-explained for an understanding of the traditional art of Thailand.
It is located near many historical sites that boast temples from the rich architectural history of Ayutthaya. You can explore the nearby ruins of the ancient city, including the famous "Wat Phra Si Sanphet" and "Wat Mahathat".
With the mixture of cultural experiences, local food, and picturesque surroundings, Ayutthaya Floating Market is a vibrant and unforgettable visit for all kinds of travelers.
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