Pushpitha Wijesinghe
If you are looking for the ultimate assortment in Bangkok shopping, head over to the Chatuchak market for here whatever you dream, the market probably has. The sheer variety of merchandise in Chatuchak is truly worthy of amazement.
By far the largest number of items sold in Chatuchak is in the sector of fashion. Clothing and accessories are sold in a total of 15 different stalls with a variety that will leave you thoroughly delighted. You find it all in Chatuchak; day to day attire, designer fashion and what not and most of Chatuchaks products come with the most attractive price tags. The ladies in particular actually find it hard to get out once they get in here.
Thailand and its oriental ancestry have given rise to some of the most exquisite handicrafts of all time. The Thais are skilled craftsmen and work wonders with a piece of wood, coconut husk, snake skin and what not. Handicrafts are found in Chatuchak in plenty most of which are either traditional or religious in nature.
When it comes to ceramics, China produces items of the finest quality. Thailand too has borrowed some of the Chinese skill and produces quite fine looking ceramics all sold at the Chatuchak. From dinner sets to tea sets of varying prices and quality; you find it all here.
Chatuchak is haven for tiny decorative ornaments, vases of all sizes and plenty of other home decorating items. The best part about Chatuchak is even furniture is found here making it a one stop destination for all those interior decorators and home makers out there
The most authentic Thai flavors are best experienced in the street markets of Thailand and Chatuchak has plenty of those. In nearly every section of the market there is a whiff of burning oil from the array of oriental delicacies all being deep fried. While browsing through the market stop from a moment and taste the exotic Thai flavors; by the end of your tour, you would definitely have a list of your best and worst Thai foods!
Do you have a passion to begin gardening but do not know where to start? Then perhaps you should walk through the gardening section of Chatuchak where you can actually convert your inspiration into reality. A haven for gardeners, this market is a one stop location for plants, equipment and all the necessary fertilizers relevant to gardening.
Section 7 of Chatuchak is all about beautiful works of art. If you are staying at Anantara Bangkok Riverside Resort & Spa or any of the other 5 star hotels in Bangkok you would have an idea of what fine art looks like; for many a time such art is portrayed in the interiors of major hotels in the city. From Chatuchak however, you will be able to bring home with you your very own artistic masterpieces.
You even get animals in Chatuchak! The diversity does not get better than this. Scaly snakes, fluffy hamsters and a whole lot more await all the animal lovers visiting Chatuchak.
