Thailand is so diverse and colorful that it is impossible to give a complete list of such places. But if you want to see the real Thailand, then you need to go separately from the tourist crowds and further away. Better savages, it turned out to be more accessible and more interesting, we will be happy to share the available information on planning and implementing independent travel to Thailand.

We drove from Pattaya for about 40 minutes by taxi, we didn't take the tour, spent 4 hours there. Not everyone looked. A very large area, they left alone already, everyone left earlier. In the zoo, a golf car rental costs 300 baht for 3 hours, each additional hour costs 100 baht, 4 people can freely enter one car.

Bang Tao Island

The excursion was taken from Koh Samui, they say diving is good there, the island is small, only a beach holiday.

Koh Samui

They flew here both from Bangkok and from Pattaya (U-Tapao), tickets cost 3500 on average one way. A combination of clean beaches, entertainment and nature. We really enjoyed. This blog has a copyright to study

Koh Kood. Coconut lagoon

We took an excursion from Pattaya. One of the cleanest and most pristine islands that can be reached from Pattaya, there are few tourists, there is no entertainment except swimming, not counting the evening fire show and walks in the jungle, where a few aborigines make latex. The third photo is a view from the bungalow.

Koh Chang

Very affordable seafood, the beaches are not inferior to Ko Samui, everything is good and clean. There is almost no entertainment, the island is small, only a beach holiday.

Marine National Park

Excursion from Koh Samui, plenty of kayaking.

Ko Tapu. James Bond Island

Perhaps this is the only thing that can be photographed on an excursion - rocks sticking out of the water ... crowds of people, a very popular place.

Pattaya

now she is not the same ((

Songkran (Thai New Year)

Phuket

The beaches are mostly clean and there are plenty of entertainment options. There are many interesting excursions from here. A good place for an intermediate camp, you can have a good rest and there is where to go further. The sunsets are very beautiful. The island is large and mountainous, thanks to which there are many vantage points with beautiful views. I want to come back here, as well as on Koh Samui and Similan.

Similan islands

Be sure to go here with an overnight stay. Diving is rather weak, but to remember the sensations - it is quite enough, there are small sharks. Night excursion - Similan hairy crabs emerge from their burrows at night.

Beautiful nature, clean beaches, impressive religious buildings, cheap shopping and original local cuisine - this is not a complete list of reasons why tourists from all over the world visit the Kingdom of Thailand.

For a leisurely family vacation, the beach resorts of Samui, Hua Hin, Phuket and Krabi are suitable. The water and sand are clean, and the comfortable hotels offer their guests a special children's menu and entertainment programs. Lovers of various activities will also find things to do in Thailand. On the territory of the country, you can go water skiing, go to the mountains, go windsurfing and diving, hang gliding or play golf.

You can see animals in Thailand not only at the zoo. Snake and crocodile farms, Elephant Village, Butterfly Garden and Tiger Sanctuary all demonstrate that even wild animals can be friendly.

Thai cuisine is a mixture of Malaysian, Chinese, Burma and Laos culinary styles, and many dishes are highly spicy. In many hotels, Thai cuisine courses are held for everyone, which will allow you to enjoy the originality of Thai dishes upon returning home.

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What to see in Thailand?

The most interesting and beautiful places, photos and a short description.

1. Historic city of Ayuthaya

At a distance of 70 kilometers from Bangkok is the historic city of Ayuthaya. There are many Buddhist temple complexes here, the largest of which are the monasteries of Wat Rachaburana and Wat Na Phra Meru. In the very center of the city is Vang Luang - the Grand Palace, where the royal family lived in the 13th century.

2. Historic city of Sukhothai

Since 1238, when a Khmer village was located in these places, the history of the ancient city of Sukhothai begins. The city flourished in the XIII-XIV centuries, when Sukhothai was the capital of the kingdom of the same name. The main local attraction is the Wat Mahathat temple and the huge Buddha statue located at Wat Si Chum.

3. Koh Samui island

This beautiful place became popular in the 1990s when the first tourists arrived on Koh Samui. Since then, the island's attendance has only increased, which is not surprising, because there are about 30 beaches for every taste. So, for a family vacation, Chaweng Beach is perfect, and for surfers - Lamai. Other Samui attractions include Wat Khunaram, the Oceanarium, the Big Buddha Statue and the funny Grandma and Grandpa rock.

4. Phuket island

This is one of the most popular resorts in Thailand, it is located in the Andaman Sea off the west coast of the country. In addition to relaxing on well-equipped beaches, tourists on the island of Phuket are attracted by historical and cultural attractions, wonderful diving sites, world-class golf courses, as well as inexpensive shopping.

5. Phang Nga Bay

In the northeast of Phuket is Phang Nga Bay, which is part of the national park. More than 100 picturesque islands located in the bay attract many tourists from all over the world to these places. Here you can see mangroves, canoe on the bay, and visit the water-built village of Ko Panyi.

6. James Bond Island (Ko Tapu)

The small limestone island of Ko-Tapu, located in Phang Nga Bay, is visited by almost every tourist in Thailand. This island gained its extraordinary popularity after the release of the film about the adventures of James Bond. A visit to Ko-Tapu is usually part of a tour of Phang Nga Bay.

7. Royal Palace in Bangkok

One of the most visited Thai attractions is the Royal Palace in Bangkok, also known as the Grand Palace. This vast complex of buildings is currently used by the royal family for ceremonies and state receptions.

8. Vimanmek Palace

A popular place in Bangkok is Vimanmek Palace. Exactly this large building in the world, built of teak wood without a single nail. Currently, the Vimanmek Palace has been turned into a museum, accessible to all comers. Photo and video filming is prohibited inside, and to visit this place you must dress in closed clothes.

9. White Temple (Wat Rong Khun)

The unusually beautiful White Temple, as it is also called Wat Rong Khun, is located in the city of Chiang Rai in the north of the country. This building was conceived by the artist Chalermchay Kositpipat and brought to life at his own expense in 1997. The 2014 earthquake severely destroyed Wat Rong Khun, and in order to reconstruct the building, restoration work began at the temple.

10. Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phrakeu)

The temple is located in the historic center of Bangkok. Inside Wat Phrakeu, as this place is called in Thai, there is a 66-centimeter statue of Buddha, carved in the 15th century from the solid mineral "jadeite". The interior of the temple is decorated with wall paintings, the windows and doors of the building are decorated with patterns, and the entrance is guarded by bronze lions.

11. Temple of Truth (Pattaya)

On the shores of the Gulf of Thailand, surrounded by a park, is the Temple of Truth. Its height is 105 meters, construction began in 1981 and is still ongoing. The Temple of Truth is made of wood and decorated with carved sculptures and ornaments. The idea of ​​such a construction belongs to the Thai businessman Lek Viriyapan.

12. Temple of Sunrise

One of the most beautiful temples in the capital is the Sunrise Temple. Thais call it Wat Arun, and this place has gained fame thanks to its colorful 79-meter pagoda, decorated with multi-colored porcelain and ceramic tiles. The date of construction of this impressive structure is not exactly known and dates back to the middle of the 19th century.

13. Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit)

The world's largest golden statue can be seen at Wat Traimit in the country's capital. The Golden Buddha, presumably made in the 13th century, weighs more than 5 tons. To ensure the preservation of the statue during the troubled wartime in the 18th century, the Buddha was covered with a layer of plaster. It was only in 1957 that it became known that the plaster statue, inconspicuous from the outside, was actually made of gold.

14. Temple of the Reclining Buddha in Bangkok

The Buddhist temple, located next to the Grand Palace in the center of Bangkok, has a special meaning for Thais. It was here, in the temple of the reclining Buddha, that General Chakri in 1782 proclaimed himself King Rama I. Wat Pho, as this place is called in Thai, was erected in the 12th century, making the temple the oldest in Thailand. The 46-meter awaiting nirvana Buddha is the main attraction of Wat Pho.

15. Wat Chalong Temple

In the south of Phuket, there is one of the most popular local temples - Wat Chalong. The exact date of construction of this structure is unknown, and the first written mention of Wat Chalong dates back to 1837. In 1846, the temple received its royal status, but the main popularity of this place was brought by its abbot and physician Luang Pho Chem.

16. Wat Mahathat

In 1374, in ancient Ayuttia, the construction of the Wat Mahathat temple began, and already in 1767, military operations almost completely destroyed this structure. Many of the Buddha statues from this temple were smashed or tumbled to the ground. During the desolation of Wat Mahathat, one of the Buddha's heads was entwined with roots and in the process of tree growth rose above the ground. Today, the head of the Buddha, entwined with roots, is considered one of the symbols of the city of Ayutthaya.

17. Bridge over the River Kwai

The railway bridge over the River Kwai was erected during World War II as part of the construction of a road between Thailand and Burma. All work was carried out by the forces of prisoners of war, and many people died at this construction site. In 1944, the bridge was bombed, but subsequently three destroyed sections were rebuilt. The popularity of the bridge on the River Kwai was brought by the 1957 Oscar-winning film.

18. Chatuchak Market

One of the most popular places in Thailand is the huge Bangkok Chatuchak Market. Here you can buy national clothes, paintings, dishes, glassware, ceramics, leather and metal, as well as antiques, silk and even animals. It is better to plan a visit to Chatuchak in the morning, but it would be good to leave valuables and large sums of money in the hotel safe for security reasons.

19. Floating market in Pattaya

A picturesque and rather noisy place is the floating market in Pattaya. This type of trade is traditional for Thais, but for tourists it will be a wonder. Both sellers and buyers can transact by sailing boats. The pavilions with goods are located on piles, and wooden flooring is used as sidewalks.

20. National Museum of Bangkok

In 1874, the Bangkok National Museum was established, which is considered one of the richest museums in Southeast Asia. The three permanent exhibition galleries display household items, jewelry, weapons and ceramics, as well as national musical instruments and even vehicles... The museum welcomes visitors from Wednesday to Sunday.

21. Lumpini Park

At the beginning of the 20th century, King Rama VI issued a decree on the creation of the park. For Lumpini Park, as this place was later called, an area of ​​57 hectares was used, which was personally in the possession of the king. Now there are equipped places for tennis, treadmills, outdoor exercise equipment, playgrounds, a library, and from February to March in the park you can dance to the performance of a symphony orchestra.

22. Magic Buddha garden on Koh Samui

In the very heart of Koh Samui, far from the noisy tourist centers of the island, the Magic Buddha Garden is located. This quiet place for meditation and seclusion began to be built in 1976 by local resident Nim Thongsuk. The garden is decorated with Buddhist sculptures and gazebos for relaxation. It is quite difficult to get to the Magic Garden of Buddha on your own, so tourists are better off using the services of a guide to visit this place.

23. Nong Nooch Tropical Garden

About 240 hectares are occupied by the Nong Nooch tropical garden, located near Pattaya. In 1980, the garden was opened to the public. There are dedicated areas for orchids, cacti, butterflies, birds, aquatic plants, bonsai and even flower pot installations. The children of the local elephant farm can dance, paint, play football, basketball and darts.

24. Snake farm in Pattaya

The most interesting thing that awaits guests of the snake farm in Pattaya after the main excursion is the show of tamers. The snake trainer demonstrates the complete obedience of his dangerous and poisonous pets to the visitors of the farm. There is also a shop on the farm where you can profitably purchase snakeskin products.

25. Elephant Village in Pattaya

In the 70s of the XX century, a private elephant sanctuary was created in Pattaya, where old or sick animals were determined. The Elephant Village is located not far from the city center, and the entrance price varies depending on the visiting program. Here you can watch an amazing show performed by elephants, feed them and ride a horse, as well as watch these huge animals swimming and feeding.

26. Million Years Stone Park and Crocodile Farm

Not far from the center of Pattaya, you can visit a popular entertainment place among tourists - the Park of Millions of Years Stones and a crocodile farm, which are located on the same territory. The beautiful landscape of the park is highly regarded by amateurs beautiful photos... And on the farm, you can feed the crocodiles or watch a fascinating show with their participation.

27. Siam Ocean World Aquarium in Bangkok

One of the largest aquariums in Southeast Asia is located in the Siam Paragon shopping center in Bangkok. The seven zones of the aquarium will tell visitors about the most amazing inhabitants of the aquatic space. Siam Ocean World offers glass bottom aquarium boat rides, fish feeding or guided scuba diving.

28. Mini Siam

A complex of miniature landmarks around the world was built in Pattaya in 1986. Two parts of one park - Mini Siam and Mini Europe - are located near the city center. In one part of the park, the most significant sights of Thailand are presented, and in the second, tourists will be able to “visit” famous places in Africa, the USA, Russia, France and other countries.

29. Big Buddha in Phuket

The seated Buddha temple complex is one of the most notable landmarks in Phuket. From almost anywhere on the island, you can see the Big Buddha statue, as the Thais themselves call this structure. Here you can not only visit the operating temple, but also admire the beautiful panorama of the city spread out below.

30. Tarutau - National Marine Park

In the south of Thailand, there is a group of 51 islands, united in 1974 into the Tarutau National Marine Park. There was once a prison on the islands, whose inhabitants became violent sea pirates in the 1940s. Currently, Tarutau attracts nature and diving lovers here.

31. Khao Yai National Park

The first national park established in the Kingdom of Thailand. It was opened in 1962 in the north-east of the country and covers an area of ​​more than 200 hectares. Tigers, bears, elephants, gibbons and wild pigs live here. For tourists, among other entertainments, night safaris along Khao Yai are possible.

32. Similan Archipelago

Since 1982, the islands of the Similan archipelago have been declared the territory of a national park. It is one of the best scuba diving sites in the world. The best time to visit the Similan Islands is from January to April, when the dry part of the year lasts. The most convenient way to get to the park is by boat from the port of Tap Lamu.

33. Railay Beach

In the province of Krabi there is a peninsula separated by rocks from the rest of the land. Here are the Railay beaches, famous for their clean sand. These places are perfect for a leisurely family vacation. The most popular beaches in the area are Railay West and Pra Nang. You can also go snorkelling or rock climbing here.

34. Khao Kheow Zoo

The Khao Kheo Open Zoo is about 800 hectares and includes water bodies, pastures, lawns and natural jungle. About 8 thousand animals live here, and visitors are transported by special electric vehicles so that tourists can comfortably meet all the inhabitants of the zoo. In Khao Kheo, you can buy special food and feed the animals.

35. Jim Thompson House Museum

At the end of World War II, American Jim Thompson came to Thailand, where he decided to start producing and supplying silk to America and Europe. Thanks to his company, the country's silk industry began to revive. Today, Jim Thompson's home is a popular tourist destination. Here you can see a museum, a shop with samples of silk products and a collection of antiques.

36. Andaman Sea

This semi-enclosed sea of ​​the Indian Ocean is relatively shallow, and the water temperature fluctuates in the region of 26-29 degrees Celsius. Such natural conditions make it an almost ideal holiday destination, especially during the dry and calm period from December to March. On the Andaman Sea there are such Thai resorts as Krabi, Phuket, Lanta and Phi Phi.

37. Ti Lo Su waterfall

Not far from the mountain village of Umpang, there is a very beautiful Thai waterfall Ti Lo Su, consisting of several cascades. Getting to the waterfall is quite difficult, but this does not stop those who want to see this picturesque place with their own eyes. During the rainy season, when Ti Lo Su is at its fullest, the route is closed here in order to guarantee the safety of tourists.

38. Erawan Waterfall

Seven-cascade waterfall Erawan is located in the west of Thailand on the territory of the national park of the same name. On the first two cascades of Erawan, picnics are often held, but it is forbidden to carry food and drinks higher. A special route has been laid to inspect the waterfall, and several guest houses await tourists wishing to spend the night in the national park.

39. Walking Street

One of the most famous places in Pattaya is Walking Street. It is located in the central area of ​​the city and offers its guests a wide variety of nightlife adventures: strip shows, discos or sex performances in go-go bars. Walking Street is pretty safe, but it's better not to bring large sums of money here.

40. Tiffany show in Pattaya

In the northern part of Pattaya, there is a theater building where one of the most famous transvestite cabarets performs. The first performances of the Tiffany Show took place back in the 1970s, and since then the popularity of this place has grown all the time. Tickets for the daily evening Tiffany Show are available at many of the city's hotels.

Hello friends!!!)))

So my fabulous journey to the magic kingdom ended ...
Only today I crossed the threshold of my home, and immediately rushed, ... no, not to the kitchen, and not even to bed ... but writing this review on the site, while in my memory, all the events seem so bright and colorful! !!
And I immediately ran into a problem ... What to write about ?? About what?? Most importantly, why ??

The Internet is already full of reviews about ... Of course, a country like this, well, simply cannot but have an army of loyal fans ... People sometimes come here several times in a row, but someone simply stays to live and work here. Surely, they will be much better and more fully able to convey all this dizzying atmosphere of celebration and love that surrounds every tourist who falls into the arms of Thai hospitality.)

1. Choose a resort

There is a conventional wisdom on the choice of resorts and that
If you admire the exotic, then this is -, etc .;
If sex tourism, discos and massage - then;
If beaches, palm trees, corals - then, or.

As I already said, this was my first trip to (from 8 to 20 January 2010), so they did not hesitate for a long time and chose Pattaya. No, not because sex tourism and discos)).
Firstly, only in excellent weather almost all year round (unlike other resort areas).
Second, it is, of course, cheaper!

At one time, I suffered a lot over this choice.
The Center is really noisy, but very close to all the entertainment. on the contrary, it is a fairly quiet corner, but far from the center.

On the forums, I could not decide which is better ... Therefore, at random, we chose a hotel (on e). Only during the rest, it became clear that we had made the right decision. Sleep is probably the most necessary and useful thing in. Indeed, the constant night outings, trips to all kinds of excursions are exhausting.
That's why, restful sleep, even if it is short (3-4 hours), of course, will give you a boost of new strength for the whole next day.
So, in our hotel, it turned out to get enough sleep. And the friends who settled directly in the center complained of a lack of sleep. Well, trips to the central part of our hotel, in practice, took quite a bit of time ...
Therefore, I recommend to everyone, everyone, everyone!)

In general, I really liked our hotel. The main thing is that all the rooms here have a sea view! It was very important for me. I love waking up in my room and running to the balcony, where you can stand in the first rays of the sun, peering into the blue-blue sea ... What will it be like today? Calm, or tremble in small frightened waves? And in the evening, just before dinner, already looking at the sunset and seeing off the passing day, right here, on the balcony, you can have a cocktail ... and make plans for the upcoming evening ... In general, the thrill !!!

I confess that not everything was smooth in the room itself ...
So, sometimes hot water disappeared, - then, we had to take a cold invigorating shower, which somehow immediately tones up)) Sometimes, the sink got clogged - in this case, we contacted the reception, and the problem was immediately solved.
In general, if you are a positive person and are determined to have fun, then no such trifles will spoil your rest! And the best wish would be that in your hotel you only have to sleep and wash !!!

You can swim on the city beach in the center only out of despair. You can go on - it's cleaner there.
Better yet, sail to the island.

You can go here at least every day by ferry, which runs along the route -.
So we did ... The whole trip costs 100 Baht per person (this is with a round-trip ferry and sun loungers on the beach).

Discos are held on Saturdays. Entrance 380 Baht.
You have to go there in swimsuits (swimming trunks) - clothes can deteriorate from foam.
You have no idea what a thrill it is !!! We frolicked in the foam like children: we danced and launched foam clouds high into the sky, dug tunnels in the foam ...
Very funny))

13. Walk along Walking Street.

You can go from bar to bar, go to Go-Go, but purely it's boring.
Girls dance with numbers and sour mines and then you can buy them.

On the second day of our stay in we decided to go to the bars like this, to look at the girls, and in general, to meet someone else ... More, under the guise of Pussy Show, we were sold tickets to a gay club. Here is the same story ... only boys with numbers are already dancing on stage ...
We were about to leave, when someone came up with the idea to go on stage and dance there ...
In short, the boys from the show put their numbers on me and two other girls from the company and the three of us went to the stage ... We lit up there for about an hour, probably. And the visitors of the club, and the guys from the show themselves, filmed it on their phone cameras ... I just saw the owner of the bar run to the visitors and explain that these guys cannot be "ordered", because we are not from his show))
It was a really bright moment ... And we remember it))

14. Catch a crocodile.

The trip to the crocodile farm probably would not have been imprinted in my memory at all, if not for this attraction:
on wooden rods, a chicken is tied to a thread (50 Baht). With all the tackle, you need to go to a wooden platform, from which you can start "hunting" for crocodiles. Below, a swamp is spilled in which crocodiles are hiding. We throw the fishing rod with the bait into the water ... and try to drive the meat through the water right in front of the reptiles' nose ... Very amusing)))
Bite, - pull with all your might ... Just do not overdo it, - you will lose your balance, - and the reptile will drag you along with a stick into the swamp ... And this will be a completely different attraction!))))
Ouch((((.

My favorite fruits are Mangosteen (!!!) and Rambutan ...
I read that mangosteen is one of the three most delicious fruits on earth and is the most delicious tropical fruit !!!
Trying is a must!

Secret:
I heard that many take with them special enzyme preparations that improve digestion ...
However, everything you need is already growing in your business!
If you have to eat a lot, or are already full, so it is impossible to get up, enzymes will come to the rescue, these are substances that help break down food into smaller components suitable for the stomach.
Enzymes are found in pineapple and papaya!
Eat these fruits without measure: before, during and after!
Surely in your hotel you will be offered these wonderful fruits for breakfast (we served them every day) - and this is no coincidence!
And yet, do not scold papaya anymore - it seems like it is not so tasty ... It seems that only I liked this fruit).

16. Go shopping.

As for Latex ... the best place to buy is the Mike Shopping Mall on the ground floor on the right. The cost of the pillow is 1000 Baht. At that time, at the latex factory, where tourists are taken "for free", the price was broken at 2000-3000 Baht.
The pillows are really cool - we bought for the whole family at once.
In terms of quality, they are no different from factory ones. Even the guides themselves talk about this ... only they don't listen to them, and they still go to the factory to buy for 3000. And if you calculate well the cost of a taxi to the factory and back, for a guide, etc. pillows just converge to the figure 1000.

This is probably all that I wanted to write today ...
I think that such a simple list can be compiled and supplemented by anyone who has ever visited this amazing country.
Holidays in e means everything the necessary conditions for the perfect vacation!
Don't miss your moments and enjoy every moment of your life here !!!)))

I will conclude my story with one remarkable observation, with which one cannot but agree:
"Having visited this country once, you have only two ways - to come back here again or even stay to live!"

Here are ten interesting sights of Thailand that a traveler should definitely visit. It will not be boring!

Exotic and mysterious Thailand is one of the most popular resorts in all of Asia. It is difficult to find a person who has not heard of him at all and, moreover, would not like to visit this friendly country. It is here that sunny beaches, unique historical and architectural monuments and, of course, magnificent nature await you. Next, you will find out which sights of Thailand you should visit first.

1. Royal Palace (Bangkok)

The most famous architectural landmark of Bangok and 100% "must-visit" for every tourist.

This magnificent complex covers an area of ​​218,000 square meters. meters, consists of several luxurious buildings, 94 pagodas and four massive walls with a length of more than two kilometers.

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2. Temple of Truth (Pattaya)

This graceful and truly beautiful wooden temple has been under construction for over 32 years. Moreover, according to the Thais themselves, not a single nail was used in the construction of the structure. The temple will be roughly completed in 2025, but even now its appearance is very impressive.

3. Big Buddha (Koh Samui)

On the compact territory of the island of Koh Samui there are many different attractions, but especially among them is a huge gilded statue of a local deity, which is known as the "Big Buddha". The height of the statue reaches a record 12 meters!

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4. Bridge on the River Kwai

The structure was erected during the Second World War by the forces of many prisoners of war, who often died while working hard on its construction. Now the bridge over the infamous River Kwai is the main road connecting Burma and Thailand and, of course, an important historical monument of the country.

5. National park Sirinath

Among all the attractions of Thailand, the picturesque Sirinath Park stands out, which is one of the most favorite vacation spots for tourists in Phuket. On a vast territory of more than 8,000 hectares, three vast and comfortable beaches, as well as untouched by industry forests of the tropics, are comfortably located.

6.Siam Ocean World (Bangkok)

This is the name of the largest aquarium in all of Southeast Asia, which is located on one of the floors of a spacious shopping center Siam Paragon. The volume of the aquarium is 10.5 thousand square meters. m. More than 32,000 species of fish and various marine mammals live in it comfortably.

7. Thai village in Phuket

This cozy settlement was specially built for tourist excursions. It is here that you can see many customs and traditional entertainment of Thais, as well as get acquainted with their way of life and culture.

What do you think about when you hear the word "Thailand"? Probably someone remembers the warm sea, sandy beaches, ever-smiling Thais. And someone will remember the majestic elephants and impudent monkeys trying to profit from the tourist. Someone only dreams of visiting this hospitable country, and someone dreams of returning. In any case, Thailand will not leave anyone indifferent, he will take everyone into his warm embrace and give everything he dreamed of, you just have to ask.

The most beautiful temples in Thailand

In Thailand, the majority of residents are Buddhist, over 90% of the country's population. Therefore, most of the temples that are built in the Kingdom are Buddhist. Most often they are complex buildings with images of animals, spirits, deities. Another essential element of Buddhist temples is the presence of prayer drums. In the main hall of the temple, the central place is occupied by the statue of Buddha, around it are smoking sticks and candles.

White Temple (Wat Rong Khun)

The youngest Buddhist temple among the most beautiful in the country. The White Temple is only twenty years old, but during this short period of time it managed to become a favorite among both the local population and among tourists.

The temple is absolutely snow-white, from a distance it resembles a palace of ice. To enhance the whiteness effect, mirrored plates were used to reflect light during the construction. Around the temple is a whole complex of statues depicting formidable warriors, and monsters, and fictional animals.

Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phrakeu)

One of the sacred sites of Thailand is located next to the Grand Royal Palace in Bangkok. It is here that each king swears allegiance to the country and people. This place is called the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. The main value of the temple lies in a small figurine carved from the mineral jadeite. Jadeite looks very similar to jade, but it is much less common in nature and therefore is considered a more valuable mineral. Actually, for green color stone figure of Buddha received the adjective Emerald, as well as the temple itself, where the relic is located. Only the king can touch the Emerald Buddha, who three times a year very carefully and neatly dresses the statue in new golden clothes.

Temple of truth

Another amazing temple in Thailand is located next to a major tourist city - Pattaya. The Temple of Truth is the most beautiful wooden temple in the country. All walls, roof, columns, internal and external elements are made, as they say, without the use of a nail. The rich decor and the smallest drawing of details force us to carefully consider the decoration. Here mythological plots and religious ornaments of the countries of Cambodia, India, Thailand are intertwined.

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On the hot coast of the Gulf of Thailand, the South China Sea, occupying the two peninsulas of Indochina and Malacca, a "free land" is spread out in a tropical paradise. This is how the name of Thailand is translated. And this is not accidental, because in its entire history the Kingdom did not know the yoke of colonialists, which all neighboring countries in Southeast Asia were subjected to. Thailand has perfectly preserved original crafts, primeval beauty of nature and a world rich in flora and fauna.

Ayuthaya city

This ancient capital of Siam (Thailand) is located near modern Bangkok. The historical part of the city is included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. During its heyday, there were hundreds of temples on the territory of the city, at least three royal residences, the fortress walls reliably protected from enemy attacks, and the population exceeded a million people. Today, here you can see the ruins of ancient temples, which are 600 years old, and walk along the man-made canals, once dug by order of the king.

Sukhothai city

The city was founded as a settlement of the Khemer and for a long time was their capital. Sokotai is a city-monument under open air... Ancient temples, burial mounds, huge statues, quiet ponds with blooming lotuses and waterfalls await the curious tourist here. The Wat Mahatat Temple is the most important and central monument in Sukhothai. Around the temple is a network of mounds, and in front of it is a large statue of a seated Buddha. Remains near the main temple Royal Palace... The most majestic statue of Buddha can be seen at Wat Si Chum. Sitting in the lotus position, the fifteen-meter Buddha with gold plates on his nails, weathered walls, an open roof and an enclosed space lead to the silent delight of the viewer.

Royal Palace in Bangkok

The Royal Palace in Bangkok began construction in the eighteenth century and for several years was the main residence for the rulers of Thailand. The palace is surrounded by fortress walls, and a whole complex of buildings is presented on the territory. There are temples, pagodas, museums, and, of course, the palace itself. The entire territory is divided into two parts: open and closed. Tourists can visit only the open part of the palace ensemble. Today, the royal family does not live here, but uses this place to host different kinds official events.

Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho)

This is the most ancient temple Bangkok. The central figure of the temple is a statue of Buddha, who is waiting for nirvana. The statue is over fifteen meters high and forty-six meters wide. On the feet of the reclining Buddha, one can see an intricate mother-of-pearl ornament. It is believed that it was in this place that traditional Thai massage originated.

Snake farm in Pattaya

In Asia, snakes are traditionally considered useful animals and are very often used in medicinal purposes... The poison of snakes, as well as their meat and blood, is considered to be healing. Souvenirs and haberdashery are made of leather. On the snake farm you can see a cobra, python, krait, viper. All of them are caught in the wild jungle and swamps. The most exciting part of visiting the farm is the snake show. Often during the show, duels are arranged between snakes and mongoose. In this place, anyone can taste a snake dish or drink a drink made from blood, poison and alcohol.

What to see in the south of Thailand for tourists

The south of Thailand is traditionally represented by national parks, nature reserves and wild beaches on hundreds of small islets. In addition to natural beauty, here you can also get acquainted with the inhabitants of the jungle and get on an exciting safari.

Similan Islands National Park

This marine reserve is composed of nine islands running parallel to the mainland of the Kingdom. The largest of them does not exceed five kilometers in length. These islands are the most beautiful natural sites in the south of the country. Here tourists are waited by clean sandy beaches, clear water, amazing rock form, dense a tropical forest and coral reefs with their inhabitants. The best diving in Thailand awaits here. In order to protect the protected area, the authorities of the country often close part of the islands or all of them at once for tourists.

Koh Tapu Island (James Bond Island)

This small limestone island could remain unremarkable among thousands of its fellows. But after the release of the film "The Man with the Golden Gun" in 1974, the island turned into a real Mecca for James Bond fans. The island has several caves and a beautiful beach.

Million Years Stone Park and Crocodile Farm

A picturesque park with winding paths and natural sculptures will be the best place for wonderful photos. A beautiful landscape has been created here with the use of lush vegetation, shrubs, trees. And bizarre stones and pieces of boulders complete the overall picture.

One of the largest crocodile farms in the country is located in the park. About sixty thousand adults and cubs live here. In this place, you can not only look at dangerous predators, but also take part in feeding them. A piece of chicken is put on a long fishing rod and lowered into the open-air cage to the crocodiles. And there a real battle begins for food. The highlight of the visit to the farm is the crocodile show. Experienced trainers easily drag toothy reptiles by the tail, kiss them and stick their heads in their mouths. The best seats are in the first row of spectators. And the most daring of them, after the show, will be invited to be photographed riding a crocodile.

Mini Siam

If there is not enough time to visit all the attractions, then there is only one way out - to visit all of them at one time in Mini Siam Park. This is a miniature park where all the main attractions of Thailand and the world are presented. In this place, the Eiffel Tower and St. Basil's Cathedral, the Statue of Liberty and the Tower Bridge, as well as the temple of the goddess Aruna with the Angkor Wat temples are adjacent to each other.

What other beautiful places can you see

Beautiful natural places await tourists not only in the south of the country, but also in the central part of Thailand. Thanks to the nature conservation activities of the state, many of them have a pristine appearance. In addition to relic zones, you can admire the original architecture here. And to immerse yourself in the local flavor, you should go to the floating markets.

Phang Nga Bay

This is the most amazing attraction in the Andaman Sea. There are several dozen islands of the most bizarre shape in the bay. Many places here are wild and primitive, not knowledgeable person... People come here mainly to get into secret lagoons. The way to them is possible only at certain low tide hours, when the sea level drops and a narrow tunnel leading to the center of the island is exposed in the inaccessible rocks. The path through the tunnel will be an unforgettable experience. Especially those places where the ceiling of natural caves sinks as low as possible, leaving only a narrow gap for the passage.

Floating market

This is the noisiest and most colorful place in all of Bangkok. There are floating markets in others. large cities, but in the capital they are the most picturesque. Local residents and numerous visitors walk along narrow wooden decks, while vendors scurry through the canals in their boats full of merchandise. Here you can take a boat tour and make deals on the water. The floating market easily sells fresh fruit, seafood, souvenirs, local food, clothing and coconut products. Such diversity and originality cannot be found in any European city.

Vimanmek Palace

The palace was built in the European style, there are no traditional Thai motives in the external appearance. It was built as a royal residence and the rarest and most expensive material was chosen for it. The palace was built from teak wood, without the use of a nail. In the palace were applied Newest technologies... So the light was installed here, an elevator and a water-heated shower. Today, a museum with rare exhibits has been formed in this place. The cost of the visit is 100 baht.

Wat Chalong Temple

This is perhaps the richest temple complex in the entire Kingdom. The temple gained fame among pilgrims and local residents at the end of the nineteenth century, thanks to the activities of the monk and abbot of the monastery - Luang Pho Chem. He is famous for performing miracles of healing that came for help. Here and today you can ask for help from him. Locals believe that even after the death of Luang Pho Chem hears their prayers. It is noteworthy that the temple is open around the clock and in this place you can find out the future by going through a special ritual.

Bangkok National Museum

The best place to experience the ancient culture of the country from the Neolithic to the present day is associated with visiting National Museum Bangkok. This is the largest museum not only in the Kingdom itself, but throughout Southeast Asia. Most of the exposition is located in historic buildings... And in the chapel of the crown prince, you can see the national relic - the statue of Buddha Sihing. The rest of the pavilions display weapons, jewelry, national clothes, historical documents, and theatrical masks. The cost of the visit is 200 baht.