NEIGHBOURHOOD
TALAT NOI
NEIGHBOURHOOD
TALAT NOI
If Sampheng is the big sibling of Bangkok’s early Chinese trading communities, then Talat Noi—known in Teochew as “Tak Lak Kia”—is the little sibling, true to its name and its close connection to its larger counterpart.
Situated along the Chao Phraya River, Talat Noi has been bustling for generations. The area boasts a rich variety of landmarks, from major shrines like Chow Sue Kong Shrine, deeply rooted in the Hokkien community, and the Horse Shoe Shrine, cherished by the Hakka It’s also home to Bangkok’s first Vietnamese temple, the bold and beautiful Kalawar Church, sneaker factories, soda factories, Thai and Chinese newspaper offices, publishing houses, soy sauce workshops, and even century-old restaurants. It’s also home to second-hand auto parts businesses that gave rise to the term “Chiang Kong,” named after the Chiang Kong Shrine right here in Talat Noi.
While it doesn’t have the packed trading chaos of its big sibling Sampheng, Talat Noi’s tight-knit community vibe gives it a unique charm.
During the grand Vegetarian Festival, the streets come alive with delicious food and the rhythmic pounding of mallets preparing traditional treats. On weekends, both local and international visitors weave through the alleys, exploring street art, hidden cafes in old warehouses, historic mansions, and community museums that breathe new life into the area’s history with captivating stories.
It might sound cliché to say “Talat Noi has so much to offer,” but it’s impossible to resist—the charm of this little district truly runs deep!
