Klong Thom used to be a canal called Klong Sampen (khlong meaning canal). In 1932, the canal was turned into a landfill of garbage and later a road was paved over the area. People have referred to the area as Klong Thom, which means a landfill canal, ever since.Klong Thom is a bustling market selling mostly electrical appliances during the day. By night of every Saturday, the market sells all items imaginable including pirated CDS until 1.30 am. Photos by Patipat Janthong
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