Samut Songkhram: Small City with Big Offers
In the Gulf of Thailand lies a small city called Samut Songkhram. The city is also often called by the Thai people as Mae Klong. Samut Songkhram, Thailand is fairly known for its agricultural crops that can be bought in the numerous markets around the city – some of which are floating markets and even one along the railway! An hour away from Bangkok, the city is accessible through the Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport.
Best Time to Visit
Samut Songkhram, Thailand like the majority of the country experiences both the dry and the wet season. Heavy downpours are expected between the months of June to October and it is highly unadvisable to visit during these months. You should plan a trip around the months of December to March when it is dry and the air is cooler than most days and when you enjoy the Loi Krathong Kap Kluai Festival.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The Amphawa Floating Market and the DamnoenSaduak Floating Market are two of the highly visited floating markets in the entire country and are both found near Samut Songkhram. The Mae Klong Railway Market is fairly popular too. The Wat Tham Nimit and the King Rama II Park are perfect for those who want to get a glimpse of Thai history. And of course, we have Bang Kung Camp and Don Hoi Lot for those wanting to escape in nature. Get a good night’s sleep during your trip at the amazing Samut Songkhram, Thailand hotels, such as the nearby The Legend Maeklong, the Baan Suan Nuanta and the 10 Billion Resort.