Maeklong Railway Market, also known as Talad Rom Hoop (ตลาดร่มหุบ) in Thai, is about 80 km southwest of Bangkok. The highlight and uniqueness of Maeklong Railway Market is that the goods and stalls of traders are placed on the railway tracks.
A very hot place to visit and live virtual life that you should not miss, is a quite unique market operating on train tracks, the market located at the terminus of the Maeklong railway line. When the train arrives, you will witness the hustle and bustle of "cleaning the market" to make way for the train to run. With a speed of only 30km/h, this is the slowest railway in the world. You will have special photo frames when standing in the middle of the market when the train is approaching. Although the train is very slow, you need to be very careful because there are many dangers.
Maeklong Railway Market is a multi-sector market, including fresh products such as vegetables, food, seafood, fruits and garments. In addition, you can also find electronics, clothing, cosmetics and many other items. The interesting thing is that not only tourists come to visit, but even locals come here to buy goods for their families.
If you want to enjoy local cuisine, Maeklong Railway Market also has many stalls and stalls selling street specialties such as noodle soup, pho, chicken rice, fresh seafood and traditional snacks. It is a great opportunity for you to experience the taste and culture of Thai food.
Now Maeklong Market is famous all over the world and is chosen by many tourists as an attractive check-in place. People can take pictures of themselves with the train right next to it. A lot of people like this exciting feeling