Talat Noi

Talat Noi

Talat Noi 3 Wat Pathum Khongkha 4 Zhou Shi Kong Shrine (Wat Sun Heng Yi) 6 Han Wang Gong Shrine (Rong Kueak Shrine) 7 So Heng Tai Mansion 8 Street Art 18 Marine Department 20 The Siam Commercial Bank, Talat Noi Branch 22 The Holy Rosary Church (Kalawar Church) 24 Wat Uphai Rat Bamrung (Wat Yuan Talat Noi) 26 Hok Lien Keng Shrine 27 Wat Maha Phruettharam 28 Talat Noi Scholar 30 Tourist Destinations 31 Food Shops / Cafés 32 Accommodations 34 Facilities 35 Local Stores 35 Recommended Activities 35 Festival Schedule 35 Emergency Telephone Numbers 36 2 Talat Noi

Talat Noi, or Tuk Luk Kia in Chinese Teochew dialect which means a little market, is a historical Chinese neighborhood that stretches between the mouths of Khlong Wat Pathum Khongkha and Khlong Phadung Krung Kasem on the eastern bank of the Chao Phraya River. Due to its location close to the Yaowarat–Sampheng area and convenient transportation via both canals, various ethnic groups – Hokkien and Hakka Chinese, Portuguese, and Vietnamese – flocked into the area in the early Rattanakosin period and, as such, Talat Noi developed into an economic hub of Bangkok. Currently, Charoen Krung Road serves as the main thoroughfare in the area. Talat Noi is also well known as Thailand’s first and largest center for spare car parts and secondhand engines, commonly referred to as Sieng Kong Market by the locals. Talat Noi As home to ethnically diverse population, Talat Noi is rich in multicultural attractions for visitors. Although this neighborhood has been significantly upgraded to keep pace with modern trends, the Chinese-style wooden and brick buildings can still be found. Quaint shops or traditional buildings that the first generation of Chinese immigrants to the area built and were inherited by subsequent generations remind visitors of the ways of life along Charoen Krung Road in the olden days. There is a thrust to preserve this vibrant neighborhood and transform it into a community-based tourism destination that seamlessly blends the old and the new. Talat Noi 3

Wat Pathum Khongkha Located on Song Wat Road, Wat Pathum Khongkha, formerly known as "Wat Sampheng," was established in the Ayutthaya period. The temple underwent restoration and was renamed Wat Pathum Khongkha in the reign of King Buddha Yot Fa Chulalok the Great (King Rama I) of the Rattanakosin period. Later, King Mongkut (King Rama IV) graciously commanded a restoration of the temple and creation of royal attire for adorning the temple’s principal Buddha image, Phra Buddha Mahachanok, which is in the attitude of subduing Mara. Featuring the early Rattanakosin art style, the mural paintings on both side walls of the ordination hall depict a pantheon of deities. Also stored at the temple is the large stone slab that was used for execution of Prince Krom Luang Rak Ronnaret. Being charged with planning a rebellion against King Nang Klao (King Rama III), the prince was beaten with a sandalwood cudgel to death on this stone slab and he was the last member of the royal family to be executed in this wise. 4 Talat Noi

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Zhou Shi Kong Shrine (Wat Sun Heng Yi) The Zhou Shi Kong Shrine, a more than 200-year-old Hokkien Chinese shrine, was constructed in 1804 during the reign of King Rama I by a wealthy Hokkien to house images of Zhou Shi Kong (a highly revered Chinese monk of Mahayana Buddhism) and other deities. Formerly, this shrine was a Chinese temple named “Sun Heng Yi.” Later, two buildings were constructed, forming a cluster of three connected buildings: the shrine complex in the middle, the temple on the left and a chapel on the right. Structural components and decorations inside the shrine reflect the Cha Liang construction style commonly found in China’s Guangdong and Fujian provinces. A Zhou Shi Kong image is enshrined as the principal image and various altars are in place for people to venerate various deities. Today, the shrine remains a focus of faith in the community. People come to pay respect to Zhou Shi Kong and ask for good health and recovery from ailments. Annual festivals are continuously held, including the Vegetarian Festival and the Hungry Ghost Festival. Performance of Chinese opera is a highlight of these festivals. 6 Talat Noi

Han Wang Gong Shrine (Rong Kueak Shrine) Standing on the eastern bank of the Chao Phraya River, the more than 100-yearold Han Wang Gong Shrine was constructed by a Hakka Chinese merchant. Because this neighborhood was renowned as Bangkok’s shoe-making center, the shrine was named Rong Kueak since rong means building and kueak means shoes in Thai. A Chinese inscription in the shrine states that this image of Han Wang Gong (believed to be an emperor of the Han Dynasty) was brought to Thailand for more than a century prior to the construction of this shrine. As the former shrine was too small to accommodate faithful followers, they finally raised funds to purchase a plot adjacent to its left side by the Chao Phraya River so that a new one could be constructed. Apart from the Han Wang Gong image which is the principal image, the shrine also houses other objects of worship such as a Buddha image, images of Guan Yin and other deities in the Chinese pantheon, and ancestral tablets. Nowadays, worshippers often visit the shrine to burn gold and silver joss paper offerings to get blessings from gods and ancestors. . Talat Noi 7

So Heng Tai Mansion So Heng Tai Mansion, also known as Duang Tawan House, is located at Soi Duang Tawan on Charoen Krung Road. It was built around 1797 in the early Rattanakosin period by a Hokkien Chinese magnate who served Siam as collector of the bird’s nest taxes. Constructed in line with the Hokkien architectural tradition, So Heng Tai Mansion has the layout plan known as “four buildings surrounding a courtyard,” which is believed to promote success, health, and happiness of dwellers. The mansion’s main structures are constructed out of golden teak, whereas the building’s outer walls and ground floor involve masonry work. The wooden walls on the upper level feature a Chinese style alternating with a Thai style. The mansion has been owned by family scions for eight generations and has undergone several restorations in order to preserve it as a significant historical monument in the Talat Noi locality. Currently, its courtyard has been converted into a swimming pool that serves as a private diving school. So Heng Tai Mansion is open to the public, with a requirement for visitors to buy beverage as an entry fee. Proceeds are used to fund the mansion’s maintenance so that it can last for a very long time. 8 Talat Noi

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Street Art A most recognized landmark of Talat Noi is street art . In the midst of this old town, contemporary graffiti art work on Charoen Krung Road well reflects its history as well as local traditions and ways of life. The first painting, which is found in the area close to the Marine Department's drew inspiration from street art in Songkhla and Penang, depicts an ancient junk ship as the area is part of a large pier. Following the 2nd Urban Art Festival in 2016, many Thai and foreign artists worked together to make graffiti all around Talat Noi’s alleyways, thereby strengthening the neighborhood’s reputation for its street art. The Rong Kueak Shrine in Soi Charoen Krung 22 is home to some of the finest street art painted on the walls in various styles. In addition, an abandoned wrecked orange vintage Fiat car that was parked beside an old brick wall has become a famous landmark and photogenic location of Talat Noi. More importantly, locals endorse this street art because it boosts tourism by making the old place livelier. It also serves as a cultural legacy of the community and attracts many artists to the area. 18 Talat Noi

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Marine Department This government entity has existed since the Sukhthai period. Though called differently during different periods of time, it was in charge of overseeing the transport of people and cargo by water. Later, its mandate included monopolizing the trade of prohibited goods and collecting fees from foreign merchant ships, customs duties, and entry/ exit taxes. In the reign of King Chulalongkorn the Great (King Rama V), this building on the eastern bank of the Chao Phraya River close to Talat Noi was uased as the office of the Marine Department's office, which remains the department's current location. Currently, the Marine Department is responsible for developing a water transportation system in congruence with international standards and promoting linkage with other transportation systems. There are currently efforts to transform the Marine Department Pier into a model for other piers on the Chao Phraya River. It has been 20 Talat Noi

refurbished and strengthened to enhance both the functional and aesthetic values. Its western architectural structure that combines Beaux Arts and Neoclassicism makes the pier a landmark of this neighborhood. Tourists can unwind there and enjoy the breathtaking panorama of the Chao Phraya River from the deck. Additionally, the pier enshrines the Phra Buddha Lokuttradhammaprachanat image to which visitors can pray for success in their lives. Talat Noi 21

The Siam Commercial Bank, Talat Noi Branch The Siam Commercial Bank (SCB), Talat Noi Branch is the oldest bank in Thailand. It was established in 1904 during the reign of King Rama V by Prince Jayanta Mongol, one of the king’s younger half-brother. Initially called the "Book Club", it served as a financial institution that supported the growth of the country's economy. The bank changed its name to “Siam Commercial Bank” in 1906. The bank, a three-storey yellow building next to the Chao Phraya River, was designed by Italian architect Annibale Rigotti as an amalgam of Beaux-Arts and Neoclassical architecture. The interior decoration perfectly integrates classical features of different western art styles. 22 Talat Noi

The Siam Commercial Bank, Talat Noi Branch is still operating today. A service area with old-fashioned patterned tiles occupies the ground floor. The service counter has an entirely wooden base in an antique design and a brass vertical railings to separate the officers from the customers, but with openings for sending money through. Talat Noi 23

The Holy Rosary Church or Kalawar Church This Catholic church, which is regarded as the first of its type in the Rattanakosin period, is registered as a Thailand’s heritage site by the Fine Arts Department. The church was formally called “Calvario” after the hill where Jesus Christ was crucified but Thai people then pronounced it as Kalawar. The church is a repository for items of value that have been passed down since the Ayutthaya period, including images of Jesus and Our Lady of the Rosary. Both images remain to this day and are still utilized in Christian worship. 24 Talat Noi

The building is built in neo-Gothic style. Its layout plan replicates a cruciform shape, with the main façade facing the Chao Phraya River. Inside, the altar is made of marble and the stained glass depicts scenes from both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. Also, the building features sculptures of numerous saints as well as the 14 Stations of the Cross, also known as the Way of the Cross, which portrays a series of 14 events in the Passion of Jesus from his sentencing to death to his entombment. Talat Noi 25

Wat Uphai Rat Bamrung (Wat Yuan Talat Noi) The temple, which is presumed to be constructed in the early Rattanakosin period, is among the first Vietnamese temples in Bangkok. The temple was awarded royal patronage for restoration by King Rama IV and King Rama V. As such, King Rama V bestowed the name “Wat Uphai Rat Bamrung” which denotes a temple obtaining royal patronage from two kings. Chinese and Thai art styles were meticulously merged to build Wat Uphai Rat Bamrung, providing the temple with its distinctive characteristics. Similar to other Thai temples, the temple’s ordination hall is designated as the principal building. 26 Talat Noi

The Hok Lien Keng Shrine, formerly known as the Pun Thao Ma Shrine, is an important shrine that is highly regarded by the Hokkien Chinese in the Talat Noi area. The shrine’s highlight is the Chao Mae Thapthim image that was brought from Meizhou city in Fujian Province to be enshrined in Thailand by expatriate Chinese more than a century ago. Later, faithful followers raised funds to build the shrine and called it the “Hok Lien Keng Shrine” – a term that signifies the bestowal of blessings, mercy, and prosperity for all worshippers. Therefore, the Hok Lien Keng Shrine has been a spiritual site for the Hokkien people in Talat Noi for a long time and the number of worshippers has increased considerably. The hall does, however, incorporate some aesthetic elements of classic Chinese architecture, such as stucco pediment with curved roof ridges and decorative stucco finials. The pediment is adorned with colorful dragons made of stucco, and the central part contains a representation of the birth of Prince Siddhartha. Other notable parts of the temple include a sizable Chinese principal Buddha image and the Buraphachan Pavilion that houses an exhibition about the temple’s history and abbots. This temple’s buildings exquisitely integrate Thai and Chinese cultures. Hok Lien Keng Shrine Talat Noi 27

Wat Maha Phruettharam Wat Maha Phruettharam is an ancient temple dating back to the Ayutthaya period. The temple was formerly called Wat Kwian because this area was once a resting place for those who traveled to sell goods in Ayutthaya by wagon or kwian in Thai. Later, the title of Wat Takhian was given to the temple by locals since it was surrounded by many takhian trees (Hopea odorata). The future King Rama IV once offered Kathin robes to the temple while he was still practicing monastic life. The incumbent abbot predicted that he would ascend the throne in the short future. King Rama IV then said if he became king, he would restore this temple. After ascending the throne, King Rama IV thus commanded a major restoration of this temple and appointed the abbot as Venerable Phra Maha Phruetthacharn. Concurrently, the temple was bestowed the new name, "Wat Maha Phruettharam." 28 Talat Noi

The temple vastly differs from other ancient temples because the walls of the ordination hall are covered with elaborate murals depicting the thirteen ascetic practices of Buddhism and the introduction of Buddhism to Sri Lanka. By incorporating western mural painting techniques, these murals are created in 3D, giving the murals in the wall a realistic appearance. The temple also houses a large reclining Buddha image that has existed since the time it was called Wat Kwian. However, the original image was of a smaller size and it was enlarged to the current size during the restoration in the reign of King Rama IV. Talat Noi 29

Talat Noi Scholar Ms. Rungchan Chalermwiriya, secretary of the “Talat Noi Lover Group” Ms. Rungchan has a deep connection with the Talat Noi neighborhood because she was born and raised therein. As such, she has been appointed as the current president of the Talat Noi Tourism Network that continues to support locals in the area in their attempts to develop and restore their town to its former prosperity. When there was a fire in the residential sector of the Talat Noi, some locals relocated elsewhere, resulting in the neighborhood’s economic downturn. As such, there are fewer people in this community who are carrying on the traditional way of life, and long-running trading businesses have stopped. Therefore, Ms. Rungchan has come up with a series of events that promote art tourism in an effort to boost the local economy. As more people come to appreciate the beauty of the remaining ancient structures, it is hoped this will lead to a significant jump in tourists and restore liveliness to this neighborhood. 30 Talat Noi

Tourist Destinations Zhou Shi Kong Shrine : Charoen Krung Road  : 06.00 - 16.00 hrs. (Everyday) ☎ : 0 2237 3090 : มููลนิิธิิศาลเจ้้าโจซืือกง ตลาดน้้อย Chowsuekong TJK : Free entry So Heng Tai Mansion : Charoen Krung Road  : 09.00 - 18.00 hrs. (Tuesday – Sunday) ☎ : 09 1870 0618 : 101 - 250 baht (Beverage prices for entry) : โซวเฮง ไถ่่sohengtai : Free entry Rong Kueak Shrine : Soi Wanit 2  : 06.00 - 18.00 hrs. (Everyday) ☎ : 0 2233 8929 : ศาลเจ้้าโรงเกืือก : Free entry Hok Lien Keng Shrine : Soi Charoen Krung 20  : 08.00 - 19.00 hrs. (Everyday) : Free entry Wat Uphai Rat Bamrung : Soi Charoen Krung 20  : 08.00 - 16.00 hrs. (Everyday) ☎ : 08 1402 5502 : Free entry The Holy Rosary Church (Kalawar Church) : Yotha Road  : 08.00 - 17.00 hrs. (Everyday) ☎ : 0 2266 4849 : วััดแม่่พระลููกประคำำ (กาลหว่่าร์์) Holy Rosary Church : Free entry Marine Department : 1278 Yotha Road, Talat Noi Subdistrict  : 08.30 - 16.30 hrs. (Monday - Friday) ☎ : 0 2233 1311 : กรมเจ้้าท่่า : Free entry Wat Maha Phruettharam : 517 Maha Phruettharam Road, Maha Phruettharam Subdistrict  : 08.00 - 18.00 hrs. (Everyday) ☎ : 08 7189 4993 : วััดมหาพฤฒารามวรวิิหาร : Free entry The Siam Commercial Bank, Talat Noi Branch : Yotha Road  : 08.30 - 15.30 hrs. (Monday - Friday) ☎ : 0 2237 5001 Talat Noi 31

Trok Rong Moo Noodles : Food prices range between 40 and 110 baht. : Soi Sukon 1  : 08.30 - 20.00 hrs. (Thursday - Tuesday) 08.30 - 19.00 hrs. (Wednesday) ☎ : 08 2826 6639 : ก๋๋วยเตี๋๋�ยวตรอกโรงหมูู Manop Suki Rod Kraba : Food prices range between 40 and 110 baht. : Soi Charoen Krung 27  : 17.30 - 22.00 hrs. (Everyday) ☎ : 08 0605 5047 : มานพ สุุกี้้�รถกระบะ Ngi Ngao Stir-Fried Noodles : Food prices range between 40 and 110 baht. : Soi Yaowarat 1  : 09.00 - 16.00 hrs. (Tuesday – Sunday) ☎ : 08 1814 7479 : ก๋๋วยเตี๋๋�ยวผััดงี่่�เง่่า Sikrong Pran : Food prices range between 40 and 110 baht. : Soi Yotha 1  : 08.00 - 17.00 hrs. (Monday – Saturday) ☎ : 08 7899 2280 : ซี่่�โครงปราณ กทม. Taladnoi Fish Porridge : Food prices range between 40 and 110 baht. : Soi Ni Chong Sawat  : 17.00 - 20.30 hrs. (Tuesday – Sunday) ☎ : 08 4435 6969 : ข้้าวต้้มปลาตลาดน้้อย Currypuff K.Phu : 8 baht/piece : Soi Charoen Krung 22  : 07.00 - 14.00 hrs. (Monday – Saturday) ☎ : 08 0602 2055, 0 2237 5425 : กระหรี่่�ปั๊๊�บคุุณปุ๊๊� Food Shops / Cafés Chao Tha Stewed Duck : Food prices range between 101 and 250 baht. : Soi Wanit 2  : 08.30 - 15.30 hrs. (Monday – Saturday) ☎ : 0 2233 2541 / 08 1823 2163 : เป็็ดตุ๋๋นเจ้้าท่่า Daeng Racha Hoy Thot (Thai crispy mussel omelet) : Food prices range between 101 and 250 baht. : Soi Sukon 1  : 09.00 - 14.00 hrs. (Sunday – Saturday) ☎ : 08 1345 2466 : แดงราชาหอยทอด Chong Kee Pork Satay : Food prices range between 40 and 110 baht. : Soi Sukon 1  : 09.00 - 17.30 hrs. (Tuesday - Sunday) 09.00 - 14.00 hrs. (Monday) ☎ : 0 2236 1171 : ชองกี่่�หมููสะเต๊๊ะ ตรอกสุุกร Sri Morakot Red BBQ Pork : Food prices range between 40 and 110 baht. : Soi Sukon 1  : 09.00 - 16.00 hrs. (Everyday) ☎ : 08 1567 9006 : ข้้าวหมููแดงสีีมรกต Jae Muaykia Rice Porridge : Food prices range between 40 and 110 baht. : Soi Sukon 2  : 04.30 - 10.00 hrs. (Tuesday – Sunday) ☎ : 08 9011 8802 : โจ๊๊ก ตลาดน้้อย เจ๊๊หมวยเกี้้�ย Trok Rong Moo Chicken Fried Noodles : Food prices range between 40 and 50 baht. : Soi Sukon 1  : 08.00 - 15.00 hrs. (Everyday) 32 Talat Noi

The Hidden Milkbar : Prices range between 80 and 100 baht. : Soi Charoen Krung 32  : 11.00 - 18.00 hrs. (Friday – Sunday) ☎ : 06 1549 9250 : The Hidden Milkbar Woodbrook : Prices range between 120 and 200 baht. : Song Wat Road  : 10.00 - 19.00 hrs. (Everyday) ☎ : 06 4424 2929 : Woodbrookbkk La Cabra Thailand : Prices range between 101 and 250 baht. : Charoen Krung Road  : 08.00 - 17.00 hrs. (Everyday) ☎ : 08 4149 6495 : La Cabra Thailand Homu : Prices range between 101 and 250 baht. : Soi Charoen Krung 44  : 08.00 - 18.00 hrs. (Eerayday) ☎ : 09 1655 4796 : Homuホーム HĒIJīi Bangkok : Prices range between 101 and 250 baht. : Soi Charoen Krung 43  : 09.00 - 18.00 hrs. (Tuesday – Sunday) ☎ : 06 2709 4545 : HĒIJīi Bangkok Sarnies Bangkok : Prices range between 251 and 500 baht. : Soi Charoen Krung 44  : 08.00 - 22.00 hrs. (Everyday) ☎ : 0 2102 9407 / 06 5816 1655 : Sarnies Bangkok Mother Roaster : Prices range between 101 and 250 baht. : Rong Kueak Shrine Alley  : 10.00 - 18.00 hrs. (Wednesday – Sunday) ☎ : 06 1216 2277 : Mother roaster Hong Sieng Kong : Prices range between 101 and 250 baht. : Soi Wanit 2  : 10.00 - 20.00 hrs. (Tuesday – Sunday) ☎ : 09 5998 9895 : Hong Sieng Kong ฮงเซีียงกง Timo and Tintin : Prices range between 101 and 250 baht. : Soi Phanurangsi  : 09.00 - 17.00 hrs. (Wednesday – Sunday) ☎ : 06 2505 3546 : Timo and Tintin ARBOR Cafe & Cooking Studio : Prices range between 101 and 250 baht. : Song Wat Road  : 09.00 - 17.00 hrs. (Monday - Saturday) 09.00 - 18.00 hrs. (Sunday) : ARBOR cafe and cooking studio Talat Noi 33

Accommodations LOFTELL22 : Location: Soi Charoen Krung 22  : 24 hrs. (Everyday) ☎ : 0 2117 9322, 09 5250 4808 : Loftel 22 Hostel Art Gallery: River City Bangkok : Soi Charoen Krung 24  : 10.00 - 20.00 hrs. (Everyday) ☎ : 0 2237 0077 : www.rivercitybangkok.com Asiatique The Riverfront Destination : Charoen Krung Road  : 11.00 - 24.00 hrs. (Everyday) ☎ : 0 2108 4488 (10.00 - 8.00 hrs.) 09 2246 0812 (16.00 - 22.00 hrs.) : www.asiatiquethailand.com House Number 1 : Si Phraya Road ☎ : 08 2782 8958-9 Ago Hotel : Soi Charoen Krung 31  : 24 hrs. (Everyday) ☎ : 0 2002 0802 : www.agohotelchinatown.com River View Residence : Song Wat Road ☎ : 0 2234 5429 : River View Residence The Quarter Hua Lamphong by UHG : Tri Mit Road  : 09.00 - 18.00 hrs. (Everyday) ☎ : 0 2092 7999 : www.quarterhualamphong.com Caiyong Hometel & Cafe' Studio : Soi Charoen Krung 20  : 10.00 - 18.00 hrs. (Wednesday – Monday) ☎ : 09 5365 0266 : ไฉ่่ย้้ง hometel & cafe'studio Luk Hostel : Soi Wanit1  : 24hrs. (Everyday) ☎ : 09 2280 3385 : www.lukandrise.com Tiny Taladnoi Hotel : Yotha Road  : 09.00 - 24.00 hrs. (Everyday) ☎ : 0 2048 8515 / 09 1757 1515 : www.hotels.cloudbeds.com Taladnoi Paint House : Charoen Krung Road  : 08.00 - 22.00 hrs. (Everyday) ☎ : 06 5530 4455 : Taladnoi Paint House Talakkia Boutique Hotel : Charoen Krung Road  : 24 hrs. (Everyday) ☎ : 06 5724 8988 : Talakkia Boutique Hotel Rest 24 Hotel & Residence : Maha Nakhon Road  : 24 hrs. (Everyday) ☎ : 09 1818 1688 : Rest24Hotel Loy La Long Hotel : Song Wat Road  : 08.00 - 21.00 hrs. (Everyday) ☎ : 0 2639 1390 : www.loylalong.com 34 Talat Noi

Festival Schedule Chinese New Year Festival: January Qingming Festival or Tomb-Sweeping Day: March – April Dragon Boat Festival: June Hungry Ghost Festival: August Mid-Autumn Festival (Moon Festival): September Vegetarian Festival: October Celebration of Han Wang Gong: October Ting Krajad Festival (Distributing food and necessaries to the poor): August – September Facilities Chakkrawat Police Station : Chakkrawat Road, Samphanthawong District ☎ : 0 2225 4094 : www.chakrawat.com Local Stores Handmade Prayer Cushions : Hengseng Handmade Prayer Cushion, Soi Wanit 2  : 10.00 - 17.00 hrs. (Monday – Saturday) ☎ : 08 2456 6516 : Hengsengเฮงเสง Khanom Khrok (Thai coconut rice pancake) : Tamrap Thai Khanom Khrok Krathi Sot, Charoen Krung Road  : 07.00 - 17.00 hrs. (Tuesday – Saturday) ☎ : 06 3545 6261 : ตำำรัับไทย ขนมครกกะทิิสด Recommended Activities Browse Tuk Luk Kia Friendly Market The market isheld monthly, except in the rainy season from June to October. : ตะลัักเกี้้�ยะ Friendly Market Join the Vegetarian Festival Vegetarian Festival is held annually in October at Zhou Shi Kong Shrine Explore the town of arts and historical architectures • So Heng Tai Mansion • Marine Department • Street Art • The Holy Rosary Church • The Siam Commercial Bank, Talat Noi Branch Pay homage to sacred images • Wat Pathum Khongkha • Zhou Shi Kong Shrine • Rong Kueak Shrine • Wat Uphai Rat Bamrung (Wat Yuan Talat Noi) • Hok Lien Keng Shrine • Wat Maha Phruettharam Talat Noi 35

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