Established more than 150 years ago by Chinese traders, the traditional floating market at Bang Phli is still going strong. Unlike some other examples in Thailand, this floating market has managed to escape the pressures of tourism and remain close to its roots. Rather than cheap souvenirs and Western snacks, visitors will find traditional Thai food here, as well as locally produced fruit and vegetables and other food products. Not many Westerners make it to the Bang Phli Floating Market, and this remains a real gem for visitors who are searching for the "real" Thailand.