The Central Clock Tower of Durian Town, Nonthaburi

Lovely like the sky, the Central clock tower of Durian Town can make you smile when you pass by. This huge, colorful and smart time-teller in Nonthaburi is part of the daily life of the local people. While it has become a rushed amazement for visitors, the unique digital and classical clock is quite an interesting display.

The clock tower stands tall and proud as it serves the people by making them value time each day. This big clock also serves as a landmark in Nonthaburi that helps the tourists in finding exact places as they use the Central clock tower in durian town as a reference point.

Clock Tower in Nonthaburi, Thailand (photograph by Arjay Balinbin)

As you turn left from the central clock tower in Durian Town, you will find the unsociable Bang Kwang prison. You can go past the prison and turn right. You will then find several alleys that lead to the vast dry and wet market.

There are many food and accessories vendors on the side of the road. You can buy delicious street food as you walk along the way. You can also ride pedicabs that can take you to your chosen destination if you do not like to walk.

Shop and save in the big open air market that offers cheap but quality goods. This market caters to numerous people that come and go in Nonthaburi.

The huge and busy market is welcoming you as you walk pass the central clock tower in Durian Town. As the town’s name implies, there are lots of durian fruit available in the market.

Durian is an awful smelling fruit but it tastes very good. The white soft meat of the fruit melts in the mouth and tastes distinctly sweet.

The Durian town in Nonthaburi is famous for producing healthy varieties of the durian fruit. As you eat this fruit, it can make your body feel hot because it is a good aphrodisiac.

The people of Nonthaburi celebrate the Durian Festival every year in honor of the good produce while giving thanks for the many blessings received.

The central clock tower in Durian Town is a faithful witness to the developments that has happened in this part of Nonthaburi. It is a pride of the Thai people with its chic design and precise time.

Note: This post is in honor of our No 3 winner of WOWtastic Thailand Photo Contest – 3rd round