# Sampheng

Bangkok, Thailand

The original street of Bangkok's Chinatown, Sampheng began in 1782 when Teochew settlers resettled here. Barely 10 metres wide, the narrow lane now known as Soi Wanit 1 is the city's premier wholesale market, jammed with toys, fabrics, and goods of every kind.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Sampheng, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 13.74286944, 100.50425278

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