You have been waiting for this day to dawn. Yes, Saturday is a much welcome day after a hectic week. If you happen to be in Koh Phangan, the Thong Sala Night Market is not to be missed. As the clock strikes four in the evening, head towards the night market and see the place brimming with guests, locals as well as foreigners. The Night Market is easy to locate if you manage to reach the main post office or the pathway that runs along the Thong Sala boat pier.

As night gradually evolves, you will begin to feel the scent of the food stalls. The smell is quite aromatic and tempting. When it comes to food, the Night Market offers a wide range of snacks and cooked dishes. Take a while to study the traditional Thai recipes and you will find interesting things. The menu includes delicious treats such as salads, barbeque fish, sushi, curries and squid. And the Night Market will offer you a host of rare treats too. Quail egg omelette is one classic treat you will never forget. If you are fond of sweetmeats, you can try Thai cakes and deserts too. If you are a vegetarian, the night market has a wide variety of non-meat as well as vegan stuff too. The vegetarians can easily go for fresh tropical fruits as well as fresh fruit shakes. Speaking of food, you can easily look forward to organic produce. It is a rare chance to enjoy the fresh taste of Thailand’s fruits. If you stay at a Koh Phangan Resort such as Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villas, you can plan your visit to the Night Market easily.

You will find the Saturday Night Market environment quite breathtaking. Almost everyone you meet is amiable. If you have good photographic skills, the Night Market is the ideal environment. Take time to go through the souvenirs freely. There are various souvenirs such as handmade clothes and gifts for a reasonable price. The Night Market usually calls it a day at 10 pm. Sometimes it can be closed down earlier depending on the weather.

Caleb Falcon is a travel writer who specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.

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