O Poi Market

O Poi Market is a community cultural market located along the Phachi River at Ban Tanao Si in Suan Phueng District, Ratchaburi Province. Run by the local Karen community with support from Wat Tanao Si, it is known for its bamboo-built stalls and eco-friendly concept. Vendors sell Karen foods served in bamboo tubes, handicrafts and local produce. The market is notable for its morning alms offering and tranquil riverside forest setting.

Visitors can expect a small riverside market with stalls and walkways made of bamboo set under trees along the Phachi River. Vendors, many from the local Karen community, sell traditional foods served in bamboo tubes, snacks, drinks, handmade crafts and produce. The area includes a space for offering food to Buddhist monks in the morning, seating along the river, and views of the forested riverbank. The atmosphere is quiet, community-focused and centered on local culture and nature.

Established around 2018-2019 by the Karen community of Ban Tanao Si together with Wat Tanao Si and local authorities to preserve Karen traditions, promote sustainable bamboo culture and generate community income through tourism.

Represents Karen (Pakakayor) culture in Ratchaburi, highlighting bamboo craftsmanship, traditional foods served in bamboo containers, and Buddhist merit-making through morning alms offering to monks along the river.