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7 Exciting Things to do in Thailand that Will Give You the Chills

2018-07-04 08:21:14

Thailand has become one of the most favorite destinations for holiday in South East Asia. There are so many things to do even unique things to do in Thailand. Many wonderful places have become famous in all over the world. Thailand has tropical season, so this is the best place to enjoy the breath taking beaches. Beside that there are also other natural site, beautiful temples, and local culture. Thailand has developing their tourism seriously. Their tourism is supported by their beautiful nature and nice weather. Not only in the capital city Bangkok, but also you must go to suburb like Pattaya, Chiang Mai, Koh Samui, and Phuket. This country is not only offering things to do in Thailand for adults, but also for any age. Here are 7 Exciting Things to do in Thailand that Will Give You the Chills: Visit the Grand Palace                             Photo by @trotmyway_travelblog If you go to old city of Bangkok in the Chao Phraya River you will see The Grand Palace. This place is one of the most popular things to do in Thailand bangkok. This place offers a magnificent complex of building. This palace began to build in 1782. Especially when King Rama I decided to move the capital city from Thonburi to an area as Rattanakosin island on the east side of Chao Phraya River. The Grand Palace is not only the palace for king, but there is also the Holly Temple, Wat Phra Kaew or Temple of Emerald Buddha. Moreover, there is the Coins and Decorations Museum. In this palace, you will be amazed by the magnificent architecture and decoration. This complex opens every day from 08.30 am until 15.30 pm. This place is also things to do in Thailand for bachelors because they can learn so much about history.   Relax in Karon Beach                                Photo by @hobbyksl Runaway for a while from your daily busy and refresh your mind in Karon beach. You will see a long, smooth, and yellow sandy beach with clean water that will definitely relax your mind. Karon beach is located in Phuket Island and considered as the third longest beach in this island. Experience the excellent snorkeling and diving spot and you don’t have to worry because it is wide enough for beachgoers to never feel crowded. Karon has three main areas. Karon centre is a small city where you can find a food or fine dining, shopping and nightlife entertainment. Karon Beach Road is the best place to spend your evening and also it is a home to an amount of large resort. The third main area is centre around Luang Poh Chuan Road, located in the southern end of the beach, here there are some awesome restaurant and more nightlofe spot of the resort town. Exploring Karon Beach is one of the most amazing things to do in Thailand. We also suggest you to see this article to show you other beautiful beaches in Asia.   Visit a Floating Market                                     Photo by @sabahtrahman Thailand has several popular floating markets. 5 most popular floating markets in Thailand are Amphawa Floating Market, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, Taling Chan Floating Market, Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market, and Bang Phli Floating Market. Visiting Thailand is never complete without visiting floating market. Each market has different highlight. If you are a shopaholic this is definitely going to be e new shopping experience. You can taste some of the best local food, tropical fruit of local souvenirs.    Go Shopping in a Night Market                          Photo by @adventuringwanderland Thailand also has several popular night markets. Night market has become a must place to go when visiting this country. Commonly in the night market you will find a huge array of goods, snacks, bars and also live music so people will keep in a good mood. Going to night market will give you a wonderful experience by interacting with locals. Instead of shop in international brands that you can find anywhere in the world, in Thailand you will find local items that only you will find in this country. If you wonder about cheap things to do in Thailand, go shopping in a night market is the best choice.   See the Magnificent Big Buddha                                   Photo by @_glshgl_ Big Buddha is the iconic landmark in the biggest island of Thailand, Phuket. It is standing tall at 45 meters high. This place has a wonderful view. You will be able to see all over the Phuket Island. You can enjoy this beautiful place freely without admission fee. You can visit this place anytime because it opens every day, from 09.00 am until 19.30 pm. Big Buddha is the best place to see both sunrise and sunset. But if you want to see Big Buddha less crowded you better go to see sunrise because it is quiet busy at evening. The number one list of things to do in Thailand Phuket must be visiting Big Buddha.   Visit Ayutthaya                                    Photo by @ckpettersen Ayutthaya is 85 km away of the city of Bangkok. Actually you can travel with less than 2 hours, so you can take a day trip without staying overnight. There are 2 options of transportation to go to Ayutthaya: use a train or use a travel van. Ayutthaya is actually an island that surrounded by rivers but still in the middle of peninsula of Thailand. This city was built in built in 1350 as the palace of Siam and as worship. So many temples were built in this island. Many of these temple complexes are not intact because of natural disaster and because of royal war with Burma. Some popular temples in Ayutthaya are Wat Phra Mahathat, Wat Chai Wattanaram, Wat Lokayasutharam, and Wat Phra Si Sanphet. We also give you other reccomendation if you really interested in Temple, see this article 7 Singapore Temples that Will Give You a Peace of Soul.   Explore Khao Yai Natural Park                                 Photo by @travelask Khao Yai is about 3 hours away from Bangkok. The atmosphere of Khao Yai is much different from Bangkok which is hectic and crowded. In Khao Yai, the streets are much quieter, the atmosphere is more relaxed and many green areas such as forest or fields that make the weather cooler and more pleasant. Khao Yai National Park is a fairly large area and there are so many wild animals that live in it. But there is one main road that divides the national park so that visitors can get experience the wild life while entering the area of the national park. One of the attractions of Khao Yai National Park is the large number of elephant and other animals such as gibbon, gaur, buay, gowana and deer that are free to roam the area. For those who don’t like wild animals, there are many other interesting places in Khao Yai National Park. Haew Suwat Waterfall is the most popular waterfall here because it was the filming location of The Beach starring Leonardo DiCaprio in 2000. Besides that, there are also Haew Narok which is the highest waterfall in Khao Yai, viewing points, and several watch towers. Exploring Khao Yai Natural Park is absolutely adventurous things to do in Thailand. We also suggest you to see this article so you can see how wonderful spending holiday in a park. Also See 5 Ultimate Things To Do In Asia that will give you the best reccomendation.

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8 Extraordinary Restaurants in Thailand You Must Try

2018-07-04 08:21:14

Thailand is not only the tourism activity but Thailand Dishes is very worth as they have plenty Restaurants in Thailand that very recommended to try. As we all know that Thai food is very famous from over the world. The signature flavors of Thai ingredient such as galangal (it look like ginger), tamarind, lemongrass, coconut milk and turmeric. And for local dishes in Thailand such as Pad Thai, Tom Yum, and Tom Kha Gai. So, here is 8 Extraordinary Restaurants in Thailand You Must Try;   Bunker Restaurant photo by @bunkerbkk Bunker Restaurant just like the name that the concept of the restaurant looks like bunker with the unfinished building on the exterior. From the outside, we don’t think that this is a good place to eat. But if you’re entering the restaurant, at the interior design is quite with the wooden furniture and the plenty plants to combine the design. The restaurant has third floor is ready to chill and enjoy dishes. The menu is modern American cuisine. The menu is just small but worth to try, and the dessert on big portion its better to share with your friend. There is a new concept, the guest can pick 4 course from ala carte menu and get the special price of set meal. The restaurant open daily from 05.30 pm to 11.00 pm. That a great deals of Restaurants in Thailand that you must try.   Nuch’s Green Talay Restaurant photo by @olichauoo Nuch’s Green Talay Restaurant is best local Thai restaurant in Bangkok. The restaurant located in 31/4 Moo 5 Thong Krut, Koh Samui District offers the quite place to unwind and relax from bustling of Thailand. The signature menu from this place is Green curry, the dish is no MSG that a good news for you who want to taste the original spice of the dish.   Eat Me photo by @funtonggg Eat Me restaurant such as small building from the road but if entering the restaurant is such a wide area of the restaurant. This place located at Convent Road, Silom. It easy to find this restaurant, outside of the restaurant there is tall plant in the round pot. The special menu from this restaurant offers 50 menu, Eat Me known for their sweet dishes. That a good place to hangout with your friend or dating for couple. But remember, make a reservation first if you have a plan to visit Eat Me on the weekend. This place is one of extraordinary restaurants in Thailand Bangkok,   Bo Lan photo by @zooeypurr Bo Lan Restaurant is located at 24 Sukhumvit 53 Alley, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon and open daily for lunch 12.00 - 14.30 and for dinner 18.00 - 22.30 (closed on Monday). The name of Bo.Lan Restaurant is from the two founder chef Duangporn Songvisava and Dylan Jones The extraordinary things in this place is if you entering the restaurant its looks like you're entering a spa shop. From the interior with wooden and traditional furnish as decor. Also, this restaurant has a concept zero carbon restaurant, so there is a small plant of veggies around the restaurant. There is also a shop to sell spices and oil who get from the local farmers. This fine-dining restaurant offer authentic Thai food with three set menus such as Bo.Lan Balance, Bo.Lan Botanical, Bo.Lan Feast. If you go by public transportation like BTS Sky Train, stop at Thong Lor station take exit 1 and walk to Sukhumvit Soi 53 and turn right on the small pathway.   Gaggan  photo by @catherinee_ho Gaggan Restaurant is located in the quiet area in Langsuan Road, the restaurant design with colonial house with most of the white color, and also the design such an originally of the house. It feels like you’re dinning inside of your house. Gaggan is specialty for Indian cuisine with their special treatment for the guest, if you entering the restaurant the waiter/waitress will give you a paper with kind of emoji, yes the menu in Gaggan with the symbol of emoji, even they have a welcome plater with the word ‘lick it up’. They have seven main courses that will make you enjoy the taste. The restaurant located at 68/1 Soi Langsuan Ploenchit Road Lumpini Bangkok, it open daily from 18.00 to 23.00   Printa Cafe photo by @printacafe Printa Cafe such an extraordinary restaurant with bright white building with glasses. The second floor cafe offer a kind of western menu with local flavor, the menu specialty for brunch and coffee. The famous menu is Healthy Benedict such as a tuna sandwich with avocado salad. Feel the ambiance of the cafe with simply interior but quite pretty with the combination of wood chair and table. Most people who eat to this place is also don’t miss to take a picture on the decoration in the cafe, it such a beautiful view to make your Instagram feed looks good. This cafe located at 36/2 Pan Road Bangkok and open daily start from 07.30 to 06.00 pm   Dee Plee - Anantara Layan Phuket Resort photo by @lifewithmaryam Move from Bangkok, move to restaurants in Thailand Phuket is Dee Plee restaurant in Anantara Layan Phuket Resort. Its located in 168, Moo 6 Layan Beach Soi 4 Thalang Phuket. The restaurant offers contemporary Thai and Mediterranean cuisine. Most of the dishes are gourmet seafood. Enjoy the magnificent view from the sea with an outdoor terrace, the bar drink offers a kind of cocktail and mocktail. Enjoy the combining Thai and Mediterranean cuisine will melt in your mouth.   Crystal Grill Buffet in Baiyoke Sky Hotel photo by @ferenlorenza The last restaurant in Thailand is Crystal Grill at Baiyoke Sky Hotel, the restaurant offers a buffet grill to the guest. The restaurant offers the highest grilled and seafood buffet with the high quality of meat and fresh seafood that get from local and imported. The seafood such as crabs, shrimp, tiger prawns, and squids. Enjoy the delicious dinner while enjoying the view of Bangkok from 84 floors Crystal Grill Buffet in Baiyoke Sky Hotel. So here is the list of 8 Extraordinary Restaurants in Thailand You Must Try. Your trip isn’t complete without try the signature food from this country, and the most restaurants in Thailand prices is also reasonable.

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7 Magnificent Temple in Thailand with a Wonderful Architecture

2018-07-04 08:21:14

Thailand is well-known for all over the world as the country of a thousand pagodas. This country has so many wonderful Buddhist temples. There are 40,717 Buddhis tempe in Thailand and 33,902 of them are still operating until now. Some of them have already existed from hundreds years ago, some of them much younger. Many Thailand ancient temple is still used until now. The majority of the Thailand’s people are Buddhist. They pray in the temple for things such as good fortune, wealth, or health. The building of the temple is beautiful. That is why people not only come to pray, but also to enjoy the stunning view. Everyone allows entering the temple, but they have to concern the Thailand temple dress code. Here are 7 Magnificent Temple in Thailand with a Wonderful Architecture:   The Sanctuary of Truth Photo by @jaaassy The sanctuary of truth is wonderful temple right on the beach, North Pattaya. The building is completely made from wood and hand-made carvings. It has been under construction for more than 20 years. The tall of the building is more than 200 meters. The building is full of various characters in Hindu and Buddha legends. Every single day many woodcarvers work here carving out new character. The concept of the sanctuary was that human civilization was comprehended from religious and philosophical art and truths. The wooden art describes Hindu and Buddhist beliefs and also the belief of Eastern philosophy. The carvings express the story of ancient Indian epics Mahabharata and Ramayana which tell about the battle between good and evil, wisdom and ignorance. If you visit the sanctuary you can join a group with an English speaking tour guide, who will explain about all things you need to know about the sanctuary. You can also join the workshop and get to see a huge number of woodcarvers working making characters. This place is just amazing to take picture since the location is right at the beach. Get The Sanctuary of Truth admission ticket easily here.    Tiger Cave Temple Photo by @suraj_jeb The tiger cave temple is located in the top of the hill, and surrounded by mountains area with huge green trees. The local name of this temple that located in Krabi, South Thailand is Wat Tham Sua. This temple is not only being a meditation center, but also a place to study about archaeological and historical field. You need to take 1237 steps stairs to get to the peak of the temple. It is quiet challenging and thrilling. But all efforts are paid of once you get to the top. You will see wonderful scenery from all direction. Soothing thick forest is absolutely breath taking.    Wat Arun Rachawararam Photo  by @jannahrevert_86 Wat Arun Rachawararam is also known by the local as Wat Chaeng. This name means Temple of Dawn, which is named after the Indian God Aruna (God of Dawn). This temple stately located on the Thonburi side (west bank) of the Chao Phraya River. You will see the most stunning view if you visit in the evening when the sun set. From the sea side of the river you will see the glittering monument shining on the water. Wat Arun is considered by the traveler as the most popular temple in Bangkok because of its strategic location and the beauty of the building right next to the river.   White temple Photo by @digital_knowmad The original name of this temple is Wat Rong Khun but better known as White Temple. It is a Buddhist temple and also a place for art exhibit in Chiang Rai. This is considered as the best place to visit in Chiang Rai, Northern town of Thailand. Ajarn Chalermchai Kositpipat is the local Buddhist artist, who independently using his own money to build this temple. He was dedicating his life for this project. He claimed that the construction will take 90 years to complete. But it sited already, the White Temple is successfully impressing. The temple opens every day from 06.30 am until 06.30 pm and there is no admission fee to enter the temple. If you want to take a good photo you better come early because it will be crowded in afternoon. One thing you should know, you can only take picture from the outside, taking photo inside the temple is not allowed.   Wat Benchamabophit Photo by @fatimaaahsn Wat Benchamabophit is also known as the Marble Temple, because it was built from marbles that is imported from Italy. It was design by Prince Narisara Nuwattiwong. This temple shows the wonderful and neat traditional Thai architecture. The most stunning architecture is replica of the Sukhothai Period (1238-1438), which is perpetuated in Wat Phrasi Rattana mahathat, Phitsanulok Province. The shape of the chapel is five layered square, while the roof is in yellow and curved. Moreover there are 52 Buddha with different postures sits on the balcony at the back of the chapel. These statues are collected by Prince Damrong Rajanubhab from cities that he visited. The Som Dej Pavilion has complex patterns with impressing decorations.   Wat Pho Photo by @templesofthailand Wat Pho or Wat Phra Chetuphon is one of most popular Thailand temple in Bangkok. The official name of this temple is Wat Prachetuphon Vimon Mangkararam. It is considered as the largest temple areas in the town. Wat Pho known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha because of its giant reclining Buddha that has 46 meters long and covered by gold leaf. This temple is close to Grand Palace, just ten minute walk away. This place is a perfect place if you want to pamper your body with traditional Thai massage. Wat Pho is famous for the referral school of massage in the country. You can come and visit this place in any day from 08.00 am until 17.00 pm. Besides massage, you will be able to explore the history, medical science, and educational institute. Because of that, What Pho is also known as “the first nation public university”.   Wat Phra Kaew         Photo by @yooooooonjae Wat Phra Kaew has another name that is Temple of the Emerald Buddha. The construction has finished in 1784. This temple is a home for the most important Buddha statue in Thailand, the Emerald Buddha. This temple belongs to the royal family. So it only opens too public when it is not being used for religious ceremonies by the royal family. The temple area was constructed on the ground of the Grand Palace and it continues to improve by the Thai Kings after King Rama I. The original name of Wat Phra Kaew in Thailand is Wat Phra Rattana Satsadaram or Temple of the Holy Jewel Buddha. This temple is the most famous Buddhist Temple in Thailand. Check out our fanatastic product for Bangok Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew Morning Tour.

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8 Relaxing Places in Thailand that You Can Discover

2018-07-04 08:21:14

Thailand is great as a tourism destination as much as they have a lot of relaxing places in Thailand that we can discover. This country popular their temples for Buddha, the royal palace and their tropical beaches, so check the list places in Thailand below :   Railay Beach photo by @danielschrammfotografie Railay Beach is the favorite beach in Thailand and became the world best tourist place, this beach located on the coast between Ao Nang and Krabi Town. Railay beach can reach by ferry or longtail boat from Krabi tow. After arrived at this place, the way to reach the peninsula just by foot, because there is no transport or road in this area only pathway. Find the relaxing place in this place and enjoy the landscape of white sand beach, the caves and limestone cliffs all area is reached just walking, there is also water activity like canoeing and yacht. Railay beach is the best to escape from the busiest and noisy town, just lying down and sunbathing enjoy the vibe of the beach.   Phang Nga Bay photo by @mailunas Phang Nga Bay is the popular island after filming by actor James Bond, the movie named ‘The Man with the Golden Gun’ is get the location in Phang Nga Bay, now people known this place as James Bond Island. But the beauty of the bay is the point, this one of nature Thailand places that you must visit. Enjoy and relax in the bay while seeing the gorgeous of limestone rock combined with the turquoise water. Your holiday will unforgettable after visiting this Island. The activity on this place is canoeing on the sea.   Koh Phi Phi photo by @thailandreallove Phi Phi Island is a must places in Thailand to visit. The Island offers a stunning view that ready to discover by a traveler. The famous Phi Phi Island is heard from over the world as many super start visit this island on their tourism destination. There is the bay named Maya bay that has clear white sand with a stunning view of the coral cave, the lush of the tropical garden will give tranquility for the visitor. After enjoying the bay, go climb at Phi Phi View Point to enjoy the landscape from above, from the hill we can see the two bay between the island: Loh Dalum Bay and Tonsai Bay. Not only the bay, there is a hotel and resort that has a stunning view from above. It’s better to visit this in the morning or at the sun goes down. The water sport activity must on your list, Phi Phi Island offer the diving experience, sailing cruise, rock climbing, and Viking cave. The island is the best places to stay in Thailand because the facility is very capable to the traveler and there is optional where to stay in Phuket area.   Asiatique The Riverfront photo by @firstykns Asiatique The Riverfront is the night bazaar, malls and entertainer that very crowded in Bangkok, this place is selling kind of souvenirs, crafts, jewelry, and clothes. This area is successfully to change into the activity trade for local and tourist It better places to visit in Thailand with friends. The food areas are also available for Thai, seafood and western cuisine. This area has an amusement park to make your holiday, just step to the Ferris wheel and enjoy the scenic view of Bangkok and also the Chao Phraya river. There are also exciting activities in Bangkok you must do   Erawan National Park photo by @lauraschade_de Erawan National Park is must places to visit in Bangkok, the wide of area about 550 km square. This place is the famous attraction in Thailand especially the Erawan Waterfall with their green ponds. This place is very busy every year, that why they have a lot of facility like street food stall, restaurant and bungalow even a campsite to accommodate the visitor. There is the wildlife animal living in the forest, so be careful while stepping in the forest and don’t disturb the animal activity. Erawan National Park located at Tha Kradan, Si Sawat District, Kachanaburi and open daily from 08:00 to 16:30.   Ayutthaya Historical Park photo by @oneoceanaway_ Ayutthaya Historical Park was founded in 1350 and surrounded by three rivers and connecting the town into the sea. This is the ancient Ayutthaya Kingdom. This place became one of Thailand place that listed by UNESCO. The total of the ruins temples is 67 and now under restoration. For over 400 years until 1767, the Ayutthaya Kingdom was the largest and prosperous of that time. There is another temple under the Ayutthaya Kingdom such as Wang Luang, Chandra Kasem Palace, and Wang Lang. This place is better to visit at sunset, that would be a relaxing activity in this area. Ayutthaya Historical Park located at 4 196 Khlong Tho Road, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya and open daily from 08:30 to 18:00.   Chillva Night Market photo by @willythuan Chillva Market is the one of budget Thailand trip, it has a unique and beautiful concept of bohemian vibe and modern shopping in Phuket. Everything you need is ready to satisfy your shopping plan such as fashion, food, and various stuff. The market design with a colorful container as the shopfront. The food area concept is an industrial concept and keep the container as the stall. Chillva Market open daily from 16:00 to 22:00. Chillva market is also the good places in Thailand to hang out with your travel buddies. Also there is also a market in Bangkok for another reference.   Wat Rong Khun / White Temple Chiang Rai photo by @onecold126 You will never imagine before that Chiang Mai has a lot of the temple around the city but there are unique places in Thailand. Yes! Chiang Mai is famous with their temples and holy sites, that why the best things to do in Chiang Mai visited and explore the White Temple. Now Chiang Rai is most visited by tourist from local and foreigner, the temple is such a magnificent view with full of white building and ornament and the small piece of glass will get a beauty reflection under the sun. The white color has a symbol of the purity and the Dhamma is symbolize Teaching of Buddha and the glass is symbolize of Buddha wisdom. If you have a plan to visit this place just wearing polite clothes and its not allowed to take a picture on the main building. The temple opens daily from 08.00 to 18.00. So, that's all the list of 8 Relaxing Places in Thailand that You Can Discover

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