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Visit Famous Temple of Phetchaburi in Thailand

Visit Famous Temple of Phetchaburi in Thailand When you’ve got a sweet tooth, indulge it at Phetchaburi. The Thai city is famous for its desserts, especially khanong mor gaeng, a custard. The capital of a province with the same name, Phetchaburi is one of the oldest cities in Thailand. A hill is a highlight of the city, mainly because the royal palace (Khao Wang) and a wat or temple sits atop it. Spelunkers might enjoy a visit to the Khao Luong Caves outside of town. One cave features Buddhist statues set among the stalactites while the other features an ancient tree in the middle. Phetchaburi is at the north end of the Malay Peninsula, with the Gulf of Thailand to the east and the Tanaosi mountain range forming the boundary to Myanmar. Except for these border mountains most of the province is a flat plain. With an area of about 3,000 km² the Kaeng Krachan National Park is Thailand’s largest national park, covering nearly half of the province.[2] It protects mostly rain forests in the mountains along the boundary to Myanmar, but also the Kaeng Krachan Reservoir is part of the park. The only significant river of the province is the Phetchaburi River. History Phetchaburi is an old royal city, dating back to the Mon of the 8th century. Later Khmer settled in the city, as can be seen by the prangs of Wat Kamphaeng Laeng.In 1860 King Rama IV built a palace near the city of Phetchaburi, commonly known as Khao Wang, but its official name is Phra Nakhon Khiri. Next to the palace the king built a tower for his astronomical observations. On the adjoining hill is the royal temple Wat Phra Kaeo.

Visit Most Stunning Temple of Million Bottles in Thailand

Visit Most Stunning Temple of Million Bottles in Thailand The Temple of a Million Bottles (Wat Pa Maha Chedi Kaew) isn’t your usual Buddhist temple; indeed, it is one of the more unique temples in you’ll find in Thailand. The complex incorporates about 1.5 million recycled glass bottles in its design; glass bottles are even used in the toilets. Mainly green Heineken and brown Chang bottles are used; bottle caps are used to create mosaics. The complex has about 20 buildings, including prayer rooms and a water tower. In fact, the name understates the reality – as the temple has more than 1.5 million bottles.Those bottles – mainly green and brown of various sizes – have been used to decorate different buildings and structures in the temple, like the arch at its entrance, the main hall, the bell tower, crematorium, parking space, monks’ abodes, and even toilets. The idea of using bottles to decorate the temple came from its founder, Phra Khru Vivek Dharmajahn, who is better known among his followers as “Luang Pu Lot”. The monk once set up his tent during an austerity trip on foot in a burial ground that houses the temple today. At that time, many local residents came to discuss teachings of the Lord Buddha and learn about Dharma with him. So the monk then decided to build a temple on the deserted burial ground. He found that a lot of bottles were dumped near the area so he decided to use them to decorate the first abode he built inside the temple area in 1984. By using bottles, he could save a lot of money that might otherwise be used for paint or tiles. The monk later managed to collect more bottles from nearby villages to |decorate other structures to be built in his temple. People who learned about his idea later often brought empty bottles with them when visiting the temple. With a plentiful supply of bottles, the monk managed to construct more buildings and structures. Bottles are used as decorations in most of the temple’s buildings and structures that are made with concrete. But some structures are constructed mainly with bottles – such as a pavilion built in water that has been made of almost 100,000 bottles of different colours and sizes.The “Temple of a Million Bottles” has now become an important tourist destination in Si Sa Ket.

Visit Most Sacred Temple Wat Phra That Lampang Luang in Thailand

Visit Most Sacred Temple Wat Phra That Lampang Luang in Thailand Wat Phra That Lampang Luang is one of the most sacred temples in Thailand, home to a strand of Buddha’s hair. It also is considered one of the best examples of Lanna architecture. The 13th century temple has a conical spire, or stupa, that is more than 400 meters (125 feet) high. While other temples have been modernized, this temple has been restored to its original form. The temple is one of the best examples of Lanna style architecture in Thailand. Its viharns that are open on all sides are typical of the early Lanna style. Whereas some temples have been restored using modern materials and modern building techniques, the Wat Phra That Lampang Luang has been preserved in its original state. The temple was founded in the 13th century. Its name translates to “the temple of Lampang’s Great Buddha Relic”. The architecture is a mix of Lanna and Thai Lü styles. Fortified temple The Wat Phra That Lampang Luang is a fortified temple or wiang; it was built on top of an earth mound and is surrounded by high brick walls. In the early 18th century when Lampang was occupied by the Burmese, the invaders occupied the temple. It was later freed by a group of 300 local people led by a man named Thippachak, whose statue can be seen on the temple grounds. The highly revered Phra Kaew Don Tao Buddha image cast in the 16thcentury is enshrined in this temple, after it was brought here from nearby Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao temple. To get a good overview of the fortified temple complex atop the mound, hire a horse drawn carriage to take you around the temple. Buildings on the temple complex The complex contains a large number of buildings in a very original state, including the oldest surviving wooden viharn in Thailand. The temple grounds are surrounded by high fortified walls. A Naga stairway leads to the large, elaborate entrance gate that gives access to the complex. In front of the stairway are two large guardian lions.

Visit Relaxing Place of Mu Ko Surin National Park in Thailand

Visit Relaxing Place of Mu Ko Surin National Park in Thailand Mu Ko Surin are a protected group of islands in the Andaman Sea, 60km (37 miles) from the mainland. These islands offer many great snorkeling spots, with clear waters, stunning coral reefs and many kinds of fish, sea turtles and other marine life. Established as a national park in 1981, Surin Islands are an archipelago of five islands in Phang Nga Province 55km off the coast at Andaman Sea on the oceanic border of Burma. The park is covering an area of 141 km² of which 76% is sea. The islands are popular destination for divers from all around the world for it’s various coral reef life and white beaches. The main islands are Ko Surin Nuea and Ko Surin Tai, the other three small islands are Ko Ri, Ko Khai and Ko Klang. Although being outside the national park boundries, Richelieu Rock is part of the park. Headquarters are located at Ko Surin Nuea. Many websites counts Koh Ban and Koh Tachai to Surin Islands for business reasons and offers trips to these islands only. Both islands are 50km south and belongs to Mu Ko Similan National Park. There are also some great spots for diving, such as Richelieu Rock, a world famous diving site. You can take organized tours to this marine park or visit on your own. Some of the islands offer camping or bungalows for rent. Mu Ko Surin National Park is the ideal destination if you want to spend time relaxing on the beach or snorkeling.

Visit Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park in Thailand

Visit Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park in Thailand This national park, which is in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province, is notable for its limestone hills. The name of the park means “mountain with 300 peaks.” Many visitors come here to see Phaya Nakhon Cave, a large cave that has a Buddhist temple inside. Living in Thailand for quite some time now, we still stumble across amazing places that are truly undiscovered. What makes that even funnier for us is that one of us is a Thai national so you would think we would know all the good places by default. When we visited Khao Sam Roi National Park for the first time, we were impressed and pissed off at the same time – impressed by the variety of ecosystems available in the same locations and pissed off that we hadn’t discovered this place sooner. The park is also a popular destination for bird watchers, and you can see some 300 species of birds here. January and February is especially good for observing migratory birds. If you are staying in Hua Hin, it’s easy to arrange for a day trip to Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park. Khao Sam Roi Yot (translating to “mountain of 300 peaks,”) is located about 60 miles south of Hua Hin in Thailand along the south-western coast. This location is blessed with a variety of ecosystems making it a blast for tourists who want nature in various forms. Khao Sam Roi Yot combines limestone mountains, freshwater marshlands, coastal beaches, shrimp fishing, cave exploration, offshore islands and mangrove swamps. We are not bird watchers but the park office told us it is home to over 316 species of birds and over 50 species of mammals. Not many other places in Thailand provide beaches, caves, wildlife and mountain scenery all in one place.

Largest National Park of Kaeng Krachan National Park at Thailand

Largest National Park of Kaeng Krachan National Park at Thailand Kaeng Krachan is Thailand’s largest national park and is on the border of the Tanintharyi Nature Reserve in Burma. The park is mostly rainforest, and is famous for the dense morning mist covering the park with hilltops sticking above mist cloud around December-March, creating a spectacular view. The park is also well known for its diverse wildlife, especially birds and butterflies. The name Kaeng Krachan comes from a large reservoir stretching to a dam and park headquarters on the park’s eastern rim. Park-run campgrounds and private resorts are available in this scenic area, though wildlife spotters should head deeper into the park and camp at Ban Krang or near the 1,207-metre peak of Khao Phanoen Thung. Quite a few Thai travellers flock up here at dawn to watch sheets of fog drape over the valleys. More than 400 species of birds have been identified here, including rare species such as giant pitta, great argus and whooly-necked storks. There are also many mammals, such as leopards, wild dogs, bears and elephants.The only humans to permanently inhabit the park are Karen and Kariang people who have struggled to stay put in their ancestral home. In 2016, Thai judges controversially ruled that park officials had done nothing wrong when, five years earlier, they torched a village where a small number of Karen appeared to be living in harmony with nature. Among the shocked members of this mountain tribe, labeled “encroachers” by Thai authorities, was a 105-year-old man who was born in the forest long before it became a national park. You can take boat rides on one of the parks two rivers or large lake. Kaeng Krachan National Park is an exciting destination for a variety of activities, including hiking through forests, bird watching, boating or scaling one of the park’s tall peaks.

Visit Beautiful Place of Northern Thailand Tour

Visit Beautiful Place of Northern Thailand Tour Northern Thailand is a treasure-trove filled with glittering temples, ancient ruins, exotic markets and sumptuous foods. Explore the capital of Siam’s golden age at Sukhothai, visit the bustling markets of Chiang Mai, stay at a special homestay with local friends and enjoy a traditional khantohk dinner – there’s so much to discover on this tour through Thailand’s northern kingdom. The vibrant cultural and historical tapestry of Northern Thailand makes it one of the most authentic places to visit in Thailand. Starting from Bangkok, a typical tour of Northern Thailand will include the ruins of Ayutthaya and Sukhothai, a visit to a hill tribe village near Chiang Rai or Chiang Mai and a ride on an elephant through the jungle. In Bangkok tourist will see the bustling streets of Chinatown, the stunning Grand Palace and its Emerald Buddha, watch a Thai kickboxing match or simply indulge in a Thai massage in preparation for the journey ahead. Is this trip right for you? This trip includes a night on an overnight train from Chiang Mai to Bangkok. Accommodation is simple but comfortable – soft sleeper class multishare compartments with air-conditioning and bunk beds, with sheets and a pillow provided. Overnight trains are a real Intrepid experience and one of the best ways to come face-to-face with the country and its people. There is a night at a homestay on this trip, a wonderful opportunity to witness everyday Thai life. Facilities are basic and multishare, with fold-out mattresses on the floor and shared bathrooms. The rewards of such an authentic local experience are immeasurable. There is an included bicycle ride around Sukhothai Heritage Park on this trip. It’s a leisurely cycle though, and one of the best ways to see the park.

Visit Evergreen Forests of Kui Buri National Park in Thailand

Visit Evergreen Forests of Kui Buri National Park in Thailand Located near the Burmese border, Kui Buri National Park is recognized as being one of the best destinations in Thailand for wildlife viewing, especially elephants. Herds of elephants can frequently be found bathing at the watering ponds near the Pa Yang substation, which is equipped with wildlife-viewing platforms. Established in 1999 Kui Buri National Park is located in the Tenasserim Hills in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province. The forests consists of dry- and moist evergreen forests with trees such as Dipterocarpus tuberculatus, Hopea odorata, Terminalia chebula and different species of palms. The national park is home to one of biggest population of gaurs in entire Thailand with estimated around 100 individuals and around 320 elephants. In December 2013, 24 gaurswere found dead in the national park. Clinic tests concluded that the cause of deaths are bacterial, not chemical substances. Following by this incident, the national park was closed 8 months and re-opened again in August 2014. Recently a herd of 70 gaurs has been spotted feeding near the one of ranger stations. Although the national park doesn’t have that many mammals such as nearby Kaeng Krachan National Park, it is probably the best spot in entire Thailand to easily see few species thanks to the easily accessible open areas. Wild mammals such as gaurs, elephants, golden jackals, leopards, deers, bantengs, langurs are common in the national park. While visitors are permitted to drive their own cars into the park, you must take a guided tour to explore protected areas of the park. Tours are given on pickup trucks or 4×4 vehicles. You can rent tents or bungalows if you want to stay overnight. If you come here between May and November, you should expect lots of rain. The driest months are usually June and July.

Visit Beautiful Island of Ko Tarutao in Thailand

Visit Beautiful Island of Ko Tarutao in Thailand Ko Tarutao is one of the 51 islands that belong to the Tarutao National Marine Park archipelago in southern Thailand. This island offers accommodations including campsites and bungalows that can be rented. Tourists to this island can enjoy the pristine and quiet atmosphere of the area, and can also view the rugged mountain and jungle scenery, including the limestone cliffs for which this part of Thailand is famous. There is a concrete road running through the island, but the terrain is rugged and mountainous with several peaks stretching more than 500 metres (1,600 ft) high. The highest peak is 713 metres (2,339 ft) high. Most of the island territory is covered in dense, old growth jungle. Mangrove trees and limestone cliffs cover much of the island shores. The western coast has long and wide white-sand beaches which are historical nestling ground sites for turtles. Langurs, crab-eating macaques and wild pigs are common on the island.Ao Son beach on the west side of the island is over 4 km (2 mi) long and over 200 metres (660 ft) wide. Visitors can have a good chance of catching a glimpse at some exotic wildlife, particularly if they visit the beach on the western part of the island, which is frequented by large turtles.Mangrove swamps and limestone cliffs circle much of it, while steep trails and rough roads lead through the interior, making this a great place for fit hikers and mountain bikers. Tarutao’s beaches are less inviting, thanks to tidal garbage and cloudy water. If you’re after idyllic strips of sand and snorkelling, head to Ko Adang or Ko Rawi instead.

Visit Beautiful Island of Ko Samet in Thailand

Visit Beautiful Island of Ko Samet in Thailand Ko Samet is known for being a favorite respite from the bustle of Bangkok. Though the majority of the island is a national park, there are a number of vacation spots located there with different amenities depending on the type of experience sought. One of the great attractions of Ko Samet are its white sand beaches. Named after the ‘Samet’ trees (Thai for cajeput trees), which grow on the island in abundance, Koh Samet offers all the essential elements that make up a fun-filled holiday escape – an endless expanse of turquoise blue sea, crescent bays with fine white sand, lots of water sports and a throbbing nightlife. Koh Samet has significantly less rainfall than other Thai destinations but visitors get soaked anyway – in the sea. Visitors can choose from peaceful and relaxing settings or popular beaches with lots of activities. Ao Noina, Ao Phutsa, Au Nuan, and Ao Wai are known for being more serene, and feature cozy accommodations and stunning sunset views. Hat Sai Kaeo and Ao Hin Khok are busier, and visitors to these beaches frequently come to sunbathe, swim, windsurf, or enjoy nightlife. It is believed that once upon a time, Ko Samet was the home of pirates and that to this very day there are still lost treasures buried somewhere on the island. Thailand’s legendary poet Sunthorn Phu was the first one to put this island on the map when he set his classical epic there, Phra Aphai Manee “The Story of Princes, Saga, Mermaids and Giants”. Even though Bangkokians had known about the beauty of Ko Samet for decades before, the Thai government put this island off limits and restricted overnight stay there until 1981. In that year, on 1st October, the Forestry Department of Thailand declared Ko Samet and its surroundings to be a National Park. Only a three-hour drive from Bangkok and about 45 minutes by ferry from Ban Phe Pier on the mainland, the island is usually packed with visitors on weekends and long holidays. A whole range of accommodations, from beachfront bungalows to cliff-top luxury resorts cater to equally diverse groups of tourists. Walk-ins are not advised on weekends, as the entire island’s accommodation is usually fully booked.