Talat Phlu, Bangkok

It is located in the area of Thoet Thai Road. It is an old neighbourhood that has existed since the Thon Buri era, and is the locality for people of various nationalities, including Chinese and Muslims. It also has the Talat Phlu Railway Station, which is one of the stations of the Mae Klong railway that connects to/from Samut Songkhram province. This market is famous for its food scene, e.g., noodle shops, Khao Mu Daeng, ordered dishes, Thai desserts, etc. that attracts tourists to come to taste the deliciousness. They also get to experience the way of life of the community in the past that is still visible. There are also temples that need introduction, e.g., Wat Chantharam Worawihan that was built during the reign of King Rama III and is Chinese architecture. Inside the Ubosot is enshrined Buddha image in the attitude of stopping a storm. In front of the Ubosot is a Chinese art mural and San Chao Tuek Din (San Chao Tou Lhong San or Thep Pun Tao Tong. It is a Chinese community shrine that is like a centre of the people’s faith that provides happiness and increase trade. As such, overseas Chinese have appreciated building this community.

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Thon Buri, Bangkok

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