Bangkok River Life

DAMNOEN SADUAK, THAILAND - 2005/01/30: Taling Chan Floating Market is located on the canal Khlong Chak Phra in front of the district office. It is opened only on weekends from about 8:30 to 16:00. Orchard produce such as fruits, and vegetables, as well as fish are sold from boats. There is a live traditional Thai music performance from 11:00 to 14:00. The idea for the floating market here was initiated in 1987 to honor King Bhumibol's 60th birthday. This is a new attraction since floating markets, an old way of life for the Thai people, had vanished from Bangkok for some time only to be revived at Taling Chan.. (Photo by John S. Lander/LightRocket via Getty Images)