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Na Klua may not be the most prominent mark on the Pattaya tourist map. But for some, a trip to the popular resort city wouldn't be complete without a visit to the northern end of town. Indeed, a growing number of holidaymakers, myself included, see Na Klua as a worthy destination in its own right. With its old-town charm, street art, inexpensive fresh seafood, seaside picnic areas and more, what's not to love?
Every time I arrive in Na Klua, I would head straight to Lan Pho Market, which specialises in seafood. When travelling alone, I must admit I never buy anything, because I know I won't be able to finish a whole fish or a full kilo of prawns by myself. Nevertheless, just walking around and soaking up the atmosphere, watching people buying and selling the various sea creatures, is very enjoyable.
Satisfying my cravings for seafood is no trouble at all, however. Na Klua has quite a few ahan tam sang-style food stalls that serve freshly made dishes. Being so close to such a great source of ingredients, the seafood on offer here is much better than what you'll find in Bangkok. I always go for a plate of phad kaphrao pla (stir-fried fish with chilli and basil) in a shack in an alley near Lan Pho Market. On a recent trip, I also checked out another stall near Saphan Yao. Its crab phad kaphrao was fabulous and amazingly cheap.
The section of Pattaya-Na Klua Road between Lan Pho Market and Saphan Yao is lined with old wooden shophouses that give the area a nostalgic feel. Stepping into some of these shops might give you the sense that you're stepping into the past......... Full story at link
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