CHATUCHAK

No matter what happens in Chatuchak, it’s unlikely that anyone will ever think of anything but the world-famous weekend market when they think of this area. Though the area also boasts Chatuchak Park and hip night markets such as JJ Green, you’ll find us joining the endless crowds at Mo Chit station and shuffling toward the market in hopes of finding great deals on, well, everything. Let’s not even get started on the food and people-watching.
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