Located on Phahol Yothin Road, the market features about 8,000 shops. It was brainchild of the late prime minister Plaek Pibul Songgram, who wanted to set up a flea market to boost the economy.
On weekends the place is jam packed, and that partly what makes the experience so fascinating . But the market is also open at other, quieter times to cater to specialized market. For instance, on Wednesdays and Thursdays more than 800 shops sell plants and horticultural supplies. Nursery owners often come late Tuesday night to take their pick before the general public arrives.
From Friday afternoon to the wee hours of Saturday morning the market is a clothes hound's delight. To get wholesale prices buyers can choose at least two of any clothing item.
Whether at these special times or on the weekend, shop till you drop is the order of the day at Chatuchak . And don't forget to practice you bargaining skills.
BTS: Mor Chit Station
MRT: Chatuchak Station
Bus and Taxi also available ...
Source: Bangkok's Secret, Bangkok Tourism Division
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