Attractions
February 20, 2009 by admin
Chumphon’s Attractions
Thung Wua Laen Beach
A popular tourist attraction, Thung Wua Laen beach can become crowded with local people who go there at holiday times. A long, wide stretch of sand, the beach is ideal for swimming and water sports. Outside of holiday periods, the beach is generally quiet although it is visited more than neighboring [...]
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
February 19, 2009 by admin
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Chiang Mai
Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep, or locally called as Doi Suthep, is arguably a landmark of Chiang Mai. It is a Buddhist temple located on top of a 1676-meter high mountain with the same name. It is one of the most sacred sites in Thailand.
The temple has gone through several [...]
Wat Phra Kaew
February 19, 2009 by admin
The Temple of The Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Wat Phra Kaew, home of the much revered Emerald Buddha, is the spirtual center of Thailand. It is one of the must-see places when visiting Bangkok. This royal temple showcases a masterpiece of Thai architecture in modern era.
Wat Phra Kaew or formally known the Temple of the [...]
The Thai Elephant Conservation Centre
February 19, 2009 by admin
The Thai Elephant Conservation Centre
Approximately an hour’s drive from Chiang Mai, the Thai Elephant Conservation Centre provides treatments for sick and maimed elephants. Under the Royal Patronage, the 500-hectare sanctuary is the only elephant hospital in the world. Captured wild and discarded out-of-work domesticated elephants are looked after here.
The center, whose main objective is to [...]
Sukhothai Historical Park
February 19, 2009 by admin
Sukhothai Historical Park
The Sukhothai Historical Park covers an area of the former capital of the Sukhothai Kingdom, an ancient city that thrived between the 13th and 14th centuries.
Founded in 1238 AD, Sukhothai is considered the first capital of Thailand. The kingdom had prospered for 200 years until it was takend over by Ayutthaya. Sukhothai Historical [...]
Phi Phi Island
February 19, 2009 by admin
Phi Phi Island
Regarded by travelers as one of the world’s most beautiful tropical islands, Phi Phi Islands is the most desired place of visit, besides Phuket, in the southwestern coast of Thailand. The islands have long been famous for their exotic appearance and gorgeous fine sandy bays.
The islands are part of a National Marine Park [...]
Thailand’s National Museum
February 19, 2009 by admin
National Museum
Thailand’s national museum is originally built on royal collections from the 19th century to cover many aspects of the country’s historical and cultural heritage. The museum stores gold treasure, mother-of-pearl inlay, musical instruments, wood carving, entertainment articles, textiles, ceramics, royal regalia, palanquins, old weapons and stone inscriptions.
The largest museum in Southeast Asia, it is [...]
Koh Tao
February 19, 2009 by admin
Koh Tao
Koh Tao or the Turtle Island when translated in Thai boasts the best diving spot in the Gulf of Thailand. Located northwest of Koh Pha Ngan, it has unspoiled coral reefs and a wealth of marine life that attract thousands of divers from around the world.
Located around 120 kilometers from the Surat Thani province, [...]
Damnern Saduak Floating Market
February 19, 2009 by admin
Damnern Saduak Floating Market
The colorful floating markets in Thailand are one of the must-see places in Thailand. The most popular one is the Damnoen Saduak floating market in Ratchaburi. Here you will be amazed with a labyrinth of narrow canals congested with small, wooden boats, paddled mainly by female vendors dressed in traditional indigo colored [...]
Bangsai Arts and Crafts Training Centre
February 19, 2009 by admin
Bangsai Arts and Crafts Training Centre
On the bank of the Chao Phraya River in Ayuthaya province, north of Bangkok, the Bangsai Arts & Crafts Training Centre has more than 800 students from impoverished families, teaching traditional skills in arts and crafts in 30 schools. Patronized by Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Centre’s main objectives are [...]