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Discover the unique shopping experiences Chanthaburi has to offer

Ban Laem Thai-Cambodian Border Market

If you happen to find yourself in North-Eastern Thailand in search of a unique shopping or cultural experience, then there’s no better place than the Ban Laem-Cambodian Border Market.

The market is a truly remarkable concept since it acts as a convergence between Thailand and Cambodia for the purpose of trade. It covers a fairly large area of land and features the presence of sellers from both nations. Tourists visiting the market would have to have their passports stamped by immigration officers.

You’d be surprised at the incredible range of items that are available at the border market. The market has a range of vendors dealing in fresh produce such as fruits, vegetables and meat. You can also find an astonishing range of souvenirs and consumer goods covering everything from clothing and electronics to perfumes.


A visit to this market is bound to be an unforgettable one since you will get to experience a meeting of two different nations in an endeavour that was born out of a unified effort. Here you’ll also get to see two different cultures in a single place and indulge in an epic shopping spree.

Gem Market (Talad Ploy)

Experience first-hand the beauty ofthe precious stones Gem and Jewellery Centre Thailand is renowned for being a capital for precious stones and expertly made personal ornaments. Perhaps the best place to visit where this is concerned is the Gem and Jewellery Centre in Chanthaburi. The gem history of Thailand can easily be traced back centuries because the nation was always renowned for its richness in natural resources. Rubies and sapphires, some of the most sought-after precious stones, are particularly abundant in Thailand. In addition to the profusion of gems in the nation, the craftsmanship of Thai jewellers is also remarkable, and famous throughout the world. If you wish to explore the nation’s history with gems and jewellery and see some of the best specimens, then there’s no better place than the Chanthaburi Gem and Jewellery Centre which features a gem museum that will surely bring you up to speed on the story of Thailand’s gem-trade. The centre’s famous exhibition hall will allow you to experience first-hand the beauty of the many varieties of precious stones that are abundantly available in Thailand. There’s also a special demonstration room where visitors can discover the unique inlay-process popular in the nation. Last but not least, there’s even a shop where you can procure your own specimens.

Location: 1 / 59 Maharaj Road, Tambon Tarad, Amphoe Muang, Chanthaburi 22000, Thailand 22000 Chanthaburi Thailand Moo 4, Thep Nimit, Pong Nam Ron, Chanthaburi 22140, Thailand 22140 Chanthaburi Thailand

Nong Bua Walking Street

This is a small local market that is held only on Saturday and Sunday. The stalls all have a range of interesting Thai sweets and you can see an array of unusual and exotic Thai desserts. You can also find a wide variety of other tempting foods, making it a perfect place to grab lunch. Along the street, you will see many traditional old-style houses which have been perfectly preserved and maintained. You will also see an eclectic mix of street art, with most of the art painted by local artists. Please check the weather forecast before you visit the market and surrounding area because most of the attractions are outside.


Location: Kamon Wapi 22000 Tambon Nong Bua Thailand