Phongsaly Market
ຕະຫຼາດຜົ້ງສາລີ
Where villagers of various ethnic groups come down from the hills in the early morning to trade. You can see traditional costumes, mountain produce, wild greens, and Chinese daily goods.
The market is a window into life in the border region. Phunoy and Akha women carry bamboo baskets to sell vegetables, bamboo shoots, and mountain produce. You can also eat Yunnan-style breakfasts such as rice noodles and soy milk with youtiao fried dough sticks. The market is busiest from dawn until about 9 a.m. Some stalls sell wildlife products, so please do not buy them. It is in the city centre and within walking distance.
Opening hours
Approx. 06:00–17:00 (busiest early in the morning)