Floating Market in South Kalimantan, Indonesia

Postcard

A floating market is a market where goods are sold from boats. The Kuin River in Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan, is an age old river that functions as a market for traders.

The traders deal with each other while on top of their vessels, which are known as ‘jukung’. The market starts getting busy just before sunrise.

Stamps

Two stamps out of a set of 8 stamps. A joint issue with Malaysia, issued in 2011.