The Khlongs of Thonburi in Bangkok

Looking for things to do around Bangkok while on holiday or business? Bangkok has its other side preserving the ancient housing system of the Thais along the river canals. Take a boat ride down the Chao Phraya River or along the canals to discover the houses which are aptly described as stilted shacks, dilapidated lean-tos and old wooden houses. Experience the old world charm of people living in connected houses in Thonburi, Bangkok which are called man-made rows of khlongs. Two of them by the names Khlong Mon and Khlong Bangkok Noi have managed to retain their ramshackle charm. Places of accommodation such as AVANI Riverside Bangkok Hotel arrange tours of such waterways for guests. It is remarkable how the families and groups of people live in harmony in khlongs. They are charming and attractive in a unique way. The khlong people depend on their livelihood mostly using the canals and rivers that flow along their houses.

The khlongs in Thonburi can be passed by in the river only in small and narrow boats which are also flat bottom. The long tail speed boats can also manage to go across the khlongs of Thonburi. There are plenty of colourful boats that can be hired for nominal prices to go on exploring the khlongs of Thonburi, Bangkok. Another popular khlong that you should visit is Khlong Bangkok Yai. There are some boat services that take you on khlong tours or canals route boat tours. These are known as trouble free boat services that include pick up and drop off at the hotel you stay making it extremely convenient for you to go on a khlong tour without a hassle.

Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.

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