Thailand is home to a number of natural wonders and man-made marvels. Among those, the Golden Triangle is a hotspot for exotic adventure and unique culture. This region of Thailand includes provinces in northern Thailand such as Chiang Rai and Mae Hong Son, which are famous for their hand-woven carpets and teak furniture. Further south …
Thailand is known as the Land of Smiles and to a large extent that’s true. You will no doubt encounter happy Thais on your travels, but there are a few gray areas when it comes to general happiness. Due to Thailand’s tropical climate, it can often feel more like the Land of Rain than Smiles. …
Popular among both Thais and foreigners, Wat Pho is a must-visit in Bangkok. This Buddhist temple is home to one of Thailand’s most sacred Buddha images (Wat Pho means “temple of the laurels” in Thai) and also houses more than 400 different sculptures of Buddha. The temple itself dates back to 1854, but it wasn’t …
The Bangkok Night Market is one of the city’s most popular attractions. It tends to be pretty crowded, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find some peace and quiet during peak times. If you want to avoid the biggest crowds, then head out after 9 p.m. Once it opens at 10 p.m., you’re going to …
Satchanalai is a historical park in Chiang Mai Province, northern Thailand. It is home to the Satsana Royal Village, a Buddhist temple complex which was built in the mid-16th century as a palace for King Narasenrat. The area is now a popular tourist destination and is part of the Satchanalai Historical Park. The modern town …
Sukhothai is one of Thailand’s most underrated destinations. This city, which was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1999, is the country’s oldest historical city and a mesmerizing place to explore. Sukhothai became a center of Buddhism in ancient Siam, and many of the temples you will see there today are still built …
Phuket is the largest island in Thailand, and has a lot of interesting activities to offer. The south west region of the island is known as Phuket’s southern beaches, which are filled with beautiful sandy beaches that are perfect for relaxing and enjoying some time off. The northern regions of Phuket also have their own …
Koh Phayam is a beautiful hill station in Thailand’s northeastern province of Loei. Situated at an altitude of 1,210 meters above sea level, this heaven on Earth offers spectacular views of the surrounding countryside and snow-clad peaks. If you are looking for a serene getaway to unwind and relax, Koh Phayam is the perfect place …
Thailand is full of crime and violence There are also some dangers that are unique to Thailand, like the threat of flooding. If you look at it more closely, though, you will notice that there is also a variety of crime and violence that can be encountered while visiting Thailand. This includes drug trafficking, domestic …
The indigenous Thais are the original people of Thailand. They have inhabited the country for thousands of years, and as a result they have shaped it culturally. In Thai, they are referred to as ท้องแค (t’hng kha), which translates directly into English as “original people”. There are several theories regarding the origins of the Thais, …