Floating Market Tour Nakhon Prathom Rose Garden Damnoen Saduak Floating market

In the past, daily commerce in Thailand was conducted mostly along rivers and canals (or khlongs in Thai). Bangkok's water network was busy and served as the principal means of communication causing Bangkok to be called as the “Venice of the East” by early European visitors.
Today Bangkok's floating markets may not be quite so vibrant. The best known Floating market is at Damnoen Saduak, some 109 kilometres southwest of Bangkok or approximately two hours drive. It is a ‘must-see' destination and probably visited by nine out of every ten tourists who visit Thailand. Every morning, hundreds of boats crowd the market area. Most of them are paddled by women with picturesque straw hats. Visitors can find everything from vegetables and fruits to freshly-cooked noodle and souvenirs at this lively market.

Nakhon Pathom is a small province located just 56 Kms. from Bangkok. The province features an ancient religious structure called “Phra Pathom Chedi”, the world's tallest Buddhist monument and the first religious landmark that signified the influx of Buddhism into Thailand. Nakhon Pathom is also renowned for its abundant fruits varieties and famous dishes.

The Rose Garden Cultural centre comprises a large area of the resort which has been developed into a typical Thai Village. Here, you will see villagers, in their natural habitat, working to create traditional village handicrafts. Silk-weaving, pottery-making, umbrella-painting, Khon mask masking, mat weaving, doll making, fruit craving, garland-making, rice-pounding, even the intricate crafting of silver and laquerware. You will also see impressive dispalys of Thai period costumes and the busy everyday activities of a typical Thai market as well as different styles of Thai Houses from North to South and an intriguing display of antiques from various parts of Thailand. These and many more fascinating aspects of Thai Village life are depicted and a wide range of gifts and souvenirs are available to remind you of your visit.