Rim Moei Market (Talat Rim Moei, Mae Sot)

Located at the western terminus of Highway 105 beside the Thai-Myanmar Friendship Bridge No. 1 in Tha Sai Luat subdistrict, Rim Moei Market (Talat Rim Moei) is the liveliest cross-border bazaar in western Thailand.

Separated from the Myanmar border city of Myawaddy only by the Moei River, this bustling open-air market serves as a vital commercial and cultural crossroads. Shoppers and travelers from across Thailand flock here to discover an extraordinary variety of imported Burmese goods, indigenous handicrafts, and regional delicacies.

Key highlights of Rim Moei Market include:

• Burmese Jade & Gemstones: World-famous authentic jade bangles, raw uncut jade stones, rubies, and handcrafted silver jewelry (look for OTOP-certified vendors for verified quality).
• Local Food & Specialties: Famous crispy fried broad beans (Thua Pae Jor), aromatic dried shiitake mushrooms, dried bamboo shoots, river fish, and dried chili pastes.
• Traditional Handicrafts: Teakwood furniture, intricately carved decorative figurines, traditional Burmese sarongs (longyi), and handwoven hill-tribe textiles.
• Herbal Cosmetics: Authentic Burmese Thanaka bark powder and facial skin pastes renowned for natural sun protection and cooling properties.
• Scenic River Views: Stroll along the riverside promenade observing cross-border river commerce with the Myanmar hills rising just across the stream.