Guide To Fake Markets in Thailand

Not just Thailand, but Asia as a whole it has become extremely easy to purchase counterfeit goods which have branded names. Even though importing fake goods which have been trademarked is considered a crime, you can personally decide whether you want to take home a realistic fake watch that costs a quarter of the price at the risk of potentially being caught and having the goods confiscated.

Bangkok Fake Markets

If you are in Bangkok, one of the largest markets in the whole of Southeast Asia is Chatuchak Market. Also known as JJ market, there are 27 sections that sell a wide range of different things from fruit and veg to clothes. There is a total of 15,000 stalls in the market and one of the best place in Bangkok to purchase counterfeit goods such as shoes, bags, jewellery and watches.

In section 5 and 6, you will find clothes and shoes that are both authentic and counterfeit. From section 10 to 24 you will able to uncover objects such as house old goods, bags, jewellery and suits. With such a diverse range of goods, you need to make the journey. However, if you are looking for the King of counterfeit stores then look no further than the MBK shopping mall.

The mall is spread over 7 floors and is open all year round, not even closing for one day. 95% of the goods are fakes and you can negotiate prices with the stall holders. The first floor includes branded clothes for as low as £11.30 and even cheaper for sportswear. On the third and fourth floor gadgets such as cell phones, computers and iPads are available for low prices.

Pattaya

In Pattaya, there are two main markets that are famed in the area for finding replicas of branded goods. Mike Shopping Mall can be found on the main road along the coast of the city. The mall that is open from 11am to 11pm is 5 floors tall and specialises in clothing, shoes, perfumes and souvenirs. The prices are similar to the MBK store in Bangkok and if you are a skilled negotiator can get a further 20% discount.

The Night Bazaar is different to the layout of Mike Shopping Mall with the market covering a large area of Pattaya Second Road. The market is open every day and even though it is considered a night market opens at 8 am. The market is similar to what they sell with clothes, shoes, bags, technology and jewellery the main reason why tourists visit the market.

Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai also has night markets similar to Pattaya. They cover a large area of land outside of the walls of the city between Chang Khlan Road and Loi Khro Road. The market is open from 6pm to 11pm however here you will find a lot more handmade goods and local specialities such as Thai silk. However, this doesn't mean that there aren't still a huge amount of counterfeits goods such as shoes, clothes, Cds and much more.