Tourist attractions

Thailand, the Land of Smiles offer a wide range of natural magnificence, historical areas, fascinating towns, world-class tourist amenities, sophisticated buildings, idyllic beaches and lush foliage. It caters to almost type of leisure travelers from water lovers, nature tourists, trekker and wildlife aficionado.



         Grand Palace- one of the most beautiful structures built in the country serving as the official residence of the Kings of Thailand beginning from 18th century and beyond.  Grand Palace has awe-inspiring façade spelling the magnificence and grandeur of the royal family.  Furthermore, the scenic landscape of Grand Palace complements well with the freewheeling ambiance of the surroundings making it as a captivating attraction and gem in the nation.  Adding highlights to Grand Palace includes Amarindra Vinichai, Amphorn Phimok Prasat, Angkor Wat and Boromabin Hall.  Each attraction echoes one of a kind attraction that will surely caught everyone’s attention even the absent-minded ones.


         Jim Thompson’s Houses- a charming Thai style house that every traveler should try to see.  This one of a kind quaint old Thai house contains artifacts depicting every era of Thai art.  It has been dubbed as the “city’s most celebrated social center” and became the talk of the town.  Jim Thompson’s House wonderfully sits in Soi Kasem San.


         Lak Muang- this small shrine is constructed around the stone that marks the foundation of the city.  Each day a tens of thousands of people gathered around the shrine armed with flowers and joss sticks, praying for good fortunes to be granted upon them.  In addition, to please the guardian spirits and smooth their passage into Nirvana people buy caged birds and released it to the air.  The area near Lak Muang features daytime performances in Thai theater with awesome presentations and enthusiastic audience.


         Wat Phra Borommahathat Doi Sutep- rising 1676 meter high, Wat Phra Borommahathat Doi Sutep or simply known as Doi Sutep nestles in the beautiful city of Chiang Mai. It is one of the most popular and respected religious destination in the country and usually replete with curious onlookers especially when the weather is cool and crisp and sunny during daytime. Doi Sutep was established by King Gue-Na in 1383 in which it commands awe-inspiring scenery of the city of Chiang Mai. The temple houses a pagoda comprising a part of holy relics of Lord Buddha.


         Crocodile Farm Samut Prakarn- three kilometers away from the rural community lies one of the largest crocodile in the world-- the Crocodile Farm Samut Prakarn.  It houses a wide range of different crocodile species, elephants, tigers and chimpanzees.  Everyday there will demonstrations of crocodile wrestling and feeding that add excitement and enjoyment to its visitors.  Furthermore, Crocodile Farm Samut Prakarn also provides guests to behold over 13 species of life-size creatures of skeletons and dinosaurs in their dinosaur museum.


         Tham Khao Luang- it is a small sized hill situated around five kilometers from Khao Wang in the province of Phetachaburi.  Tham Khao Luang stands 92 meters high that homes an idyllic Buddha image cast by King Chulalongkorn to honor King Mongkut, his father.  In the right side of the entrance of this picturesque cave basks a big quaint monastery called Wat Bun Thawi.  Inside the monastery, are some interesting things such as massive multipurpose pavilion and quaint door panel finished in wood carvings designed and built by the famous artisan of the country, Lord Abbot.


         Sirinat National Park- spanning 90 square kilometers, Sirinat National Park was formerly known as Nai Yang National Park.  It is approximately located 30 kilometers from the bustling city of Phuket. There are numerous breathtaking white sand beaches stretching in the park including Hat Mai Khao and Hat Sai Kaeo, each exudes a pristine and idyllic soft sands and lucid calm waters.  On July 13, 1981, Sirinat National Park was declared as a National Park.


         Three Pagodas Pass- it is among Thailand’s precious treasure as it is frequented by throng of tourists across the globe.  This tourist attraction spells magical and enigma image.  Three Pagodas Pass nestles 280 kilometers from Kanchanburi in which the area surrounding Three Pagodas pass are inhabited with hill tribes and relaxing atmosphere.


         The Big Buddha- one of the most frequented and famous landmarks in Koh Samui.  Tourist visiting this temple will be feast with the beauty of the statue’s magnificent structure and sheer size.  Standing at 12 meters tall, this golden Buddha statue is visible seven kilometers away and even up from the air.


         Ayuthaya Historical Park- dubbed as among the widely known UNESCO World Heritage Site across the globe.  Historic temples dotting around Ayuthaya is found near the rivers.  This is an ideal destination to visit the past and see magnificent ruins such as Wat Phra si Sanphet, Wat Phra Mahathat, Wat Na Phra Meru and Wat Mongkhon Bophit.  Ayuthaya’s Historical Park will surely delight every visitor as it boasts with painstakingly made architectural design and opulent interiors.


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