Ban Bang Sa Kao Mat Weaving Village, located in Bang Sa Kao Subdistrict, Laem Sing District, Chanthaburi Province, is a renowned community specializing in reed mat (kraj) weaving and producing a wide variety of reed-based products. The village offers both retail and wholesale sales and welcomes tourists to visit and purchase products every day from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. For more information, visitors can contact 0 3945 0923 or 0 3945 0587.

 

This village is one of the major centers for reed mat production in Chanthaburi, giving visitors a unique opportunity to learn about the entire production process, from preparing and dyeing the reeds to weaving mats and transforming them into various household items and decorative products. Surrounding the village are reed fields, allowing visitors to witness the cultivation of the primary raw material up close.

 

In 2000, the Bang Sa Kao Mat Arts Center was established with support from the Social Investment Fund (SIF), focusing on community-based self-reliant development. The center emphasizes learning, community participation, strong local organizations, and cultural preservation. Its main roles include promoting the cultivation of reeds and jute to ensure sufficient local raw materials, supporting production costs, providing social return for community members, and purchasing and selling community products. While mat products are bought directly for processing and sale, other products are accepted for consignment, helping to create a community product network.

 

Bang Sa Kao is not only a major hub for high-quality reed mats but also a cultural tourism destination where visitors can experience the full production process from raw material preparation and dyeing to weaving and crafting finished products providing insight into local traditions and lifestyles. The village also plays an important role in supporting sustainable community development.

 

Travelers can reach Bang Sa Kao Village via the same route to Ban Samet Ngam Village. From the Ko Tonod Temple intersection, continue to the Takhian Thong Temple intersection, turn right, and go straight for about 200 meters. Another route is from the city, crossing the Trirat Bridge to Sukhumvit Road, turning right toward Trat for approximately 8 kilometers, where a right turn leads directly to Bang Sa Kao Village, also 8 kilometers away.

 

Bang Sa Kao Mat Weaving Village is not only a major production center for reed mats in Chanthaburi but also an educational and cultural tourism destination. Visitors can fully experience the mat weaving process and community lifestyle. For those interested in reed products or learning the art of mat weaving, this village offers a complete experience of education, culture, and shopping in one visit.