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The Mon people, a minority group who live on the island Koh Kret on Bangkok's Chao Praya River, are believed to be the first inhabitants of Thailand. They're also renowned for their exceptional pottery
skills, and the best way to see these crafty and friendly people at work is to go on a cycling tour on the island. You'll find yourself in another world - and it'll be difficult to imagine the city is
just 20 minutes away by boat
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Benjarong Introduced to Thailand from China, Benjarong is made from porcelain decorated exquisitely in multicoloured enamels. There are superb collections at Jim Thompson's House and the Prasart
Museum. Also available at Chatuchak market, River City Shopping Complex, and Department Stores
Pottery - Blue & White Bangkok has many outlets for this attractive and reasonably priced pottery. Visit the factories to watch the craftsmen handpaint the designs on bowls, vases, planters and
dinnerware. Exquisite pieces can also be found at Chatuchak market, Narai Phand and Suan Lum Night Bazaar
Royal Crafts These beautiful pieces of arts and pottery are available at Narai Phand, Chatuchak market, and Suan Lum Night Bazaar. There are also handicraft shops within most hotels, and in various
shops on Sukhumvit and Silom road
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