| Back to Back Issues Page |
 |
|
Bangkok Travelbug April 2017 Bang Rachan Market Singburi March 28, 2017 |
| Hello
Wat Pho Kao Ton Wat Pho Kao Ton (temple with nine Pho trees) was an old temple within Fort Bang Rachan. The stiff resistance put up by the defenders of Bang Rachan is often attributed to the spiritual sustenance provided by abbot from this temple. When the Burmese overran the village, the temple was destroyed, though the ruins of some small chedis remain. 
Remains of an old chedi The rebuilt temple is very popular with people who live around the area. During our visit on a Sunday, there were lots of visitors to the temple. 
The new Buddha statue in Wat Pho Kao Ton It is believed that the temple grounds hold sacred water and many people come to pray at the shrine. If their prayers are answered, they will return to carry buckets of water to fill to fill the sacred pond. 
Praying at the shrine, note the old walls in the foreground 
Fulfilling a vow, carrying sacred water to the pond Contents Tour of the Bang Rachan Market 
Entrance to the market The Bang Rachan Market is located on the banks of a river and the thatched huts are constructed in the woods to provide a cool and pleasant environment. It looks as if they wanted to camouflage the market under the trees. 
Under the foliage Atmosphere at the Bang Rachan Market This is what makes Bang Rachan Market so special. The first stall we came across was a clothing stall, not just any clothing but clothing of the Ayutthaya period. Visitors can rent these period dresses for the duration of the visit. 
Dress up like the old days This trend is not only popular with the kids, as you can see. 
Budding warriors striking a martial pose 
A gentler touch Music is provided by school children playing traditional musical instruments. The boy in front is playing the ranark or xylophone and the boy behind, the double-sided drum. 
Young musicians Part of the reconstructed fort walls extend to the market and there is even a watchtower to add to the atmosphere! 
Sentries at the gate And if you need for guidance and information on places of interest in and around Singburi, this is where to go. 
The watchtower Let’s take a look at some of the food, snacks and beverages in the Bang Rachan Market. Food and beverages Our next stop was to quench our thirst with this cool refreshing juice from the fruit of the palm tree (nam ton tan). This drink is served in a section of bamboo and we get to keep the container. 
A popular and refreshing drink Here are some of the others goodies available here. 
Barbecued bananas 
The ever-popular Pad Thai or fried glass noodles 
Popcorn made the traditional way, roasted over an open fire This is another of my favourites, crispy rice crackers. Rice is mixed with water and finely grinded to a paste. The paste is thinly spread out like a pancake and heated over an open fire. 
Rice crackers 
A colourful salad stall serving yam, a Thai salad Souvenirs and toys Here are somethings to remember Bang Rachan by. 
Cute stuffed toys 
Souvenirs from Bang Rachan Desserts Top up this delightful historical trip with some delectable Thai deserts. 
Thai desserts My favourite is still multiple scoops of home-made coconut flavoured ice creams served in a coconut shell. 
Coconut flavoured ice cream This river to the south of the Bang Rachan Market forms the boundary between Singburi and Ang Thong Provinces today. Back in those troubled days of Ayutthaya, the river served as a defence on the southern flank of Fort Bang Rachan. Today it’s calm and peaceful as I leave you with this parting scene of a memorable visit to the Bang Rachan Market, site of the famous battle of Bang Rachan. 
Scenic view at Bang Rachan Contents Map to Bang Rachan Market, Singburi If the map doesn’t appear, click on this link How to get there By car After you leave Bangkok, head north along Highway 32, past Ayutthaya to Ang Thong. Go through Ang Thong City via – Highway 334 – Highway 3064 to Singburi, then switch to Highway 3032 which will take you to the Bang Rachan Memorial Park. The Bang Rachan Market is just across the road from the Bang Rachan Memorial Park. It is recommended that you visit the memorial park and museum before going across to the market. Opening hours and admission fees Weekends and Public holidays, from 0800 – 1600 hours Admission is free Contents Next month Ancient kilns on the River Noi, Singburi If you enjoyed reading this e-zine, please forward it to a friend. If you received this from a friend and found it interesting, please subscribe at Bangkok Travelbug. What do you think of the Bangkok Travelbug? We love to hear from you What other subscribers have said Till next month then. Eric Lim Tour Bangkok Legacies Find us on Facebook If you are an independent traveller, here's a handy e-guide book, Tour Bangkok Legacies, which will help you along as you explore the streets of Bangkok and discover its old treasures. It's complete with historical descriptions, maps and detailed directions on how to get to these places. My Kindle e-book 
Copyright@2008-2017 Tour Bangkok Legacies All rights reserved |
| Back to Back Issues Page |
