Hua Thanon Market
Simple yet Delicious
The town of Hua Thanon is a popular destination in Koh Samui if you want to explore the authentic Muslim culture in Thailand. It is small and extremely simple but has an array of authentic traditional outlets dotted around the region. One such place that makes a must visit among tourists is the Hua Thanon market. This is one place that boasts the best of fresh products in the city that includes a fresh catch of sea food, making it a delight for anyone who steps in.
The market is located in close proximity to Lamai and is situated in one of those villages that still emulate the charm and architecture of ancient China. The buildings are very simple but most of them depict a beautiful Chinese style about it. The best part about the Hua Thanon market is the fascinating culture about it. Here you can see heaps of Thai Muslims going about their daily routine and shopping for their daily provisions. As with most local specialities the market is packed in narrow streets with ever so fresh products on either side. One can also walk into the array of small shops found in the surrounding that sell all sorts of goodies. If you are looking for rare Thai herbs and Muslim specialities, here is the place for you to come find things not commonly found anywhere else. Above all, do not miss some of the readymade sweet in stalls scattered around where you can taste fresh and ever so authentic Thai sweets that are definitely a delight for anyone who tastes it. So grab your bites sold along the way and crunch away as you explore the popular Hua Thanon market that will ensure you go home packed with goodies.
Thailand has always been known for delicious rare fruits and very fresh produce. Explore Koh Samui and its array of markets and stores and taste this delightful city in the most authentic ways. Anantara Bophut Koh Samui is a spectacular Samui Hotel to stay at as it boasts fantastic Cuisine, making it that Samui Resort that transforms all those fresh products you see around you into tantalizing Thai dishes.