PLATOO TRAVEL MAGAZINE Issue 01/November 2014 | Page 26

21 exotic markets in bangkok New floating market in central of Bangkok, This market locates at side of Saensaeb canal. There is a boat bridge to join 2 sides of canal in Bamphen nuea temple (Soi Serithai 60) and Bangpeng tai temple (Soi Ramkhamhaeng 187). This boat bridge is only one bridge in the world. The floating market is open on weekends and holidays from 7:00 am -8:00 pm. The name of market comes from immortal novel "Phlae Kao". The protagonist name Mr.Kwan and Miss Riam. Market highlights offering food to Buddhist monk in the boat which is the custom of the lower central Thailand. It is an important part of everyday life. This market also shows of Thai children’s games and Thai dance at the waterfront Stage. Furthermore, they have cruise to view the life of the community and little guides that will tell you about the history of Kwan-Riam floating market.