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SAMUT SONGKHRAM
Thailand's smallest province is very flat, known for the salt produced
at numerous artificial lakes. The town sits beside the Mae Klong River,
at whose mouth villagers scramble to collect hoi lot (worm shells)
beloved by Thais.There are three floating markets on the outskirts
of town, including Tha Kha Floating Market, set in an open area of
traditional wooden houses. Ban Bencharong is a small village producing
traditional five coloured ceramics.
Attractions include Wat Phet Samut Worawihan, containing a large Buddha
image known as Luang Pho Wat Ban Laem, Wat Satthatham, whose main
building is made of teak, encrusted with mother of pearl depicting
scenes from the life of Buddha; and a delightful Memorial Park full
of trees and plants, honouring the birthplace of King Rama II. |
