Thailand Travel Guide

The kingdom of Thailand is known for its vivacious culture, magnificent monuments and breathtakingly beautiful beaches and scenic splendor. It is due to this that Thailand is teeming with visitors all round the year. The geographical location of this Southeast Asian country is also of great benefit. To the east of Thailand lies Laos and Cambodia, to its south lie the Gulf of Thailand and Malaysia and to its west are Andaman sea and Myanmar.

The capital city of Thailand, Bangkok, is a place with a rich past and world class attractions. The city is traditional yet distinctly modern and westernized. For all the history buffs and artifacts lovers Bangkok presents several wonderful museums that exhibit a unique collection of relics and offer a great insight into Thailand’s colorful culture and exclusive heritage. Some of the museums are housed in buildings which are as interesting as their contents such as the Kamthieng House, a 19th century teak house which was once upon a time the abode of a rice farmer, the Bangkok Folk Museum and Jim Thompson’s House. The ideal place to commence your sightseeing is the National Museum in Rattanakosin. Here you will find mesmerizing display of the country’s beautiful art and architecture. The famous M.R Kukrit’s home is another excellent place to visit in Bangkok. More than a museum, this place is a testament to the talents of Thailand’s PM from 1974 to 1975, M. R. Kukrit Pramoj who was a politician, poet as well as a writer and an artist. The Ancient City, the Bank of Thailand Museum, Children’s Discovery Museum, Suan Pakkad Palace, Bangkok Folk Museum, Corrections Museum, Forensic Museum, House Of Museums, Human Imagery Museum, Jim Thomson, Philatelic Museum, Prasart Museum, Silpa Bhirasri Memorial and Museums. Apart from showcasing history at its best Bangkok also presents other exotic attractions such as parks, shopping avenues and a thrilling nightlife that keep visitors glued to the place.

Phuket is another adventurous destination to hit. Also known as ‘Pearl of the South’ by the tourist industry, Phuket is Thailand’s largest, most populous and most visited island. With numerous matchless attractions, this island thrives mainly on tourism. Unlike many other places, Phuket offers something for everyone and due to this it is swarming with people of all ages and all round the year.

When in Thailand, make sure you visit the Chiang Mai, a striking mountain backdrop over 300 temples and a quaint historical area. This place is beautiful and known for being the second largest city and the getaway to the country’s north. The city was founded in 1296 and is therefore an ideal mirror to Thailand’s history.

Bursting with bio diversity Ko Chang is a perfect place to visit in Thailand. The city is known for its wildlife, sandy beaches and jungle encrusted mountains shrouded under mist. But Ko Chang isn’t all, the place Ko Lanta is another wonderful place to go. Ko Lanta first became popular with its backpackers looking for something different. At present the place is known for offering numerous accommodations for people of all pockets.

All in all, Thailand is a place for the young as well as the old, a perfect getaway, it should not be missed at any cost!

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