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Huge beds of Mekong River edible seaweed attract tourists and locals
15 Sept 06:01 Key points summarised by AI
- Extensive patches of edible river seaweed, locally known as Thao, have emerged on sandbars in the Mekong River in Thailand's Bung Karn province, captivating both tourists and residents.
- This rare occurrence, attributed to unusually low and clear water levels, highlights the seaweed's cultural significance as a local delicacy (Larp Thao) and its nutritional value, being rich in calcium and beta carotene.
