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A Superstitious Business

Thais are a very superstitious bunch. This colourful market near the Chao Phraya River is where collectors, monks, taxi drivers and other people in dangerous lines of work go to pick out lucky amulets that will protect them from harm or bring them good fortune.

Photo by Gerry Popplestone/Flickr.

By Duncan Forgan, AFAR Local Expert

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1 Sanam Phra, Khwaeng Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand
Mon - Sat 8am - 6pm

Amulet Market

A Superstitious Business

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