5 Things Not to Miss When Visiting the Community of the Sapphaya Old Police Station Market Community

The Sapphaya Old Police Station Market is open every first Saturday to Sunday of each month. If you have plans to visit, prepare a bit to make your trip more enjoyable and also present yourself as a responsible tourist.

Prepare as an eco-friendly tourist: To have a fun and responsible visit to the Old Sapphaya Market, come prepared. Bring a cloth bag, Box set, or reusable food containers to reduce single-use plastic waste. Being conscious of generating less trash will portray you as a high-quality traveler.

Dress in ancient Thai attire when strolling through the Old Sapphaya Market: Wearing traditional Thai attire will enhance the experience of your visit. This is because the Old Sapphaya Market dates back to the year 120 of the Buddhist era, around 2444 BE during the reign of King Rama IV.

Indulge in local Sapphaya cuisine: From traditional dishes like palm sugar curry, fish paste salads, pickled fish with herbs, to ancient-style noodles like "kuay teow," and the famous Ta-Jiaw recipe, don't miss out on the local delicacies. Among the must-try desserts is the floating crispy rice.

Explore the ancient Sapphaya lodging: The most ancient lodging, carefully restored and recognized for its outstanding architectural conservation and art preservation, honored annually since 2018.

Pay respects at the sacred community shrine at the Wat Sapphaya Wat Thana Ram : To bestow blessings and prosperity, pay homage to the revered Buddha statues at the monastery, including the revered Buddha image and the sacred relics of venerable monk Phra Fuang and the Buddha's enlightenment.

Don't miss these experiences on your next visit to Sapphaya.