Consider flights to Thailand for silk shopping?
Thailand could be the ideal destination for shoppers interested in the exotic world of silk.
According to GMA News, the Asian country has a rich history of producing some of the world's leading silk materials and products.
For those taking flights to Thailand, the first stop could be the Chatuchak Market, which has an amazing array of everything silk including scarves, bags and shawls. The market has over 8,000 stalls and up to 200,000 shoppers can descend on the site at the weekend.
However, buying silk is not always straightforward. Buyers should remember that authentic Thai silk is traditionally sourced from silk worms that live on mulberry trees and tends to have a unique satiny finish.
Die-hard silk fans could consider a trip to the Khon Kaen silk road – around seven hours by bus from Bangkok, the market is packed with a wide range of bright and stunning cloths. The small town is very rural but recent developments, including a new hotel, show that it is increasing in popularity with tourists.
According to GMA News, the Asian country has a rich history of producing some of the world's leading silk materials and products.
For those taking flights to Thailand, the first stop could be the Chatuchak Market, which has an amazing array of everything silk including scarves, bags and shawls. The market has over 8,000 stalls and up to 200,000 shoppers can descend on the site at the weekend.
However, buying silk is not always straightforward. Buyers should remember that authentic Thai silk is traditionally sourced from silk worms that live on mulberry trees and tends to have a unique satiny finish.
Die-hard silk fans could consider a trip to the Khon Kaen silk road – around seven hours by bus from Bangkok, the market is packed with a wide range of bright and stunning cloths. The small town is very rural but recent developments, including a new hotel, show that it is increasing in popularity with tourists.
