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Floating Market Pattaya.Well Kept Secret

By: Thailand Kaloyan

Pattaya floating market is one of the best kept secrets of the area. A short jaunt from Jomtien Beach, take a right turn off Chaiyapruek Road on to the Sukhumvit highway, and presently you will arrive at Pattaya latest place of interest, the Pattaya floating market. This is a vibrant, energetic Thai style market which covers an area of over 23 Rai. The Pattaya floating market is fully supported by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) along with several prominent hotels as well as local radio and TV stations. Within the site can be found over 75 different shops and retailers vending traditional Thai craft products including clothing and antiques. Food stalls and street vendors abound, for those who feel a little hungry. The Pattaya floating market site has ample car parking, with a 500 space car park and a spill over field neighbouring the market.

Hiring a traditional long tail boat is a great way to explore the entire lake. This will allow you to take a leisurely cruise around the entire market complex. It is also possible to explore on foot, and people doing so should check out the small Thai museum located just across the first bridge, right opposite the jetty.

The variety of goods on offer is wide ranging and includes Thai silks, pottery, carving and paintings. Impromptu Thai dance performances add to the festival vibe. Long tail boats compete for space, jam packed with fresh local produce and Thai delicacies.

Once you tire of shopping why not try your hand at some Thai games? You can pick up an air powered rifle and try to shoot some souvenirs off the shelf of the stall. Or maybe try your hand at darts, pop enough balloons and you win a prize! For something a little less strenuous simply find a quiet spot and enjoy a Thai dancing show, possibly whilst enjoying fresh Thai coffee and Thai butter biscuits.

Pattaya floating market makes a great day out for the entire family. This is one of the most stimulating shopping areas of Pattaya, with the added bonus of entertainment on top. Be sure to bring a pocket full of change so the children can enjoy the fairground rides, locally made coconut ice cream and other local sweets.

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