AZUREBET：The journey of the floating market in Kurmita
The journey of the floating market in Kurmita
In Kurmita, Bangladesh, the floating market is a unique and vivid place that attracts thousands of tourists and local residentsAZUREBET. This market is built on a vast swampy area, where floating boats and small rafts form an exquisite market. It is not only a place for transactions but also a cultural convergence point, showcasing the local people’s way of life and their close relationship with nature.
In the morning, sunlight filters through the mist onto the water surface, and the market begins to get bustling. Sellers row their small boats, bringing various goods to the market. Vegetables, fish and shrimp, fruits, and handicrafts are abundant, with a myriad of colors that are dazzling to the eyes. The agricultural products here are fresh and rich, especially the local seasonal vegetables and wild fish, which are the reasons why people get up early.
I saw an elderly woman here, her boat filled with fresh lotus roots and cucumbersparipulse. She greeted passersby with a warm smile, introducing her products. She told me that lotus roots are an important food here, not only delicious but also nutritious. When buying, she personally selects the best ingredients for buyers, and this enthusiasm and sincerity warms my heart.
Visitors wander through the floating market, and various local snacks appear one after another. Some sellers cook soup on their boats, while others make flatbreads on the spot. Whenever the aroma is overwhelming, many people stop and enjoy this water town’s delicious food. I found a small boat, ordered a bowl of steaming hot fish soup, and the delicious taste combined with unique spices allowed me to once again experience the charm of Bangladeshi cuisine.
The floating market is not just a place for trading goods; it also carries many stories. The corners of the market are crowded with a group of children, playing by the water’s edge, their laughter and joy echoing with the ripples. Their carefree nature reminds me of my own childhood. Here, everyone seems to be a part of nature, forming a harmonious symbiotic relationship with the surrounding water, trees, and animals.
As the sun gradually rises, the flow of people in the market also increases, with the noisy shouts and laughter echoing, like a lively symphony of a water town. Before leaving, I stood by the shore, looking back at this floating market, as if I could feel the endless vitality and enthusiasm here. The floating market in Kurmita not only allowed me to experience the unique folk culture but also gave me a deeper understanding of life. Here, every transaction is an honest communication between people, and every small boat carries dreams and hopes.
