The Mystical Heights of Doi Inthanon: Thailand's Breathtaking Throne of Nature (Reader's Submission)
Embark on an epic adventure on Doi Inthanon, where the past whispers among the clouds and nature reveals its grandeur. Up here, in the heart of Thailand, an unforgettable journey of discovery awaits.
Mae Hong Son welcomes visitors for the Bua Tong Festival at Doi Mae U Kho, where the blooming of Mexican sunflowers kicks off the tourist season. This natural spectacle, which starts on November 11, transforms the mountain slopes into a sea of gold and attracts thousands of visitors every year.
Tip: Kaeng Lawa Cave in Kanchanaburi
Are you curious and adventurous? Then you should definitely visit the Kaeng Lawa Cave. This 500 meter long cave in Kanchanaburi can be found near the Kwai Noi river and surrounded by jungle and mountains.
Discover the mounted monks of Wat Tham Pa Archa Thong – A Thai temple tradition (with video)
Step into a world where tradition and nature merge at Wat Tham Pa Archa Thong, a temple notable not only for its name, but also for its unique custom. Here monks ride on horseback through the landscape to collect alms, a living tradition that provides a deeper insight into the unknown, spiritual Thailand. In the shade of the forest and the guidance of horse hoof, this place reveals a story of devotion and community, guided by the determined abbot Phra Kruba Nuea Chai Kosito. Welcome to a temple experience you won't soon forget.
Discover the jewel of the jungle: Kaeng Krachan National Park
This jewel of the jungle, Thailand's largest national park, is a pristine oasis that makes every animal lover's heart beat faster. With a colorful carpet of birds adorning the skies, leopards and wild elephants roaming the lush forests, and an enchanting world of butterflies and snakes, Kaeng Krachan offers an unparalleled wildlife experience.
Discover the unforgettable soul of Chiang Mai, a city that defies time. Intertwined with the rich history of the Kingdom of Lanna, it offers a unique symbiosis of culture, nature and tradition. Here, where every corner tells a story, adventure is never far away.
Wat Yai Chaimongkol in Ayutthaya (video)
Ayutthaya is the ancient capital of Siam. It is located 80 km north of the current capital of Thailand. In this video you see images of Ayutthaya and the Wat Yai Chaimongkol.
Travel to Chiang Mai's jewel, Wat Doi Suthep, where the echoes of the Lanna era still sing through the mountain air. Here, where commerce and holiness go hand in hand, begins an adventure that challenges the body and enriches the mind.
The ghosts of Doi Suthep
When traveling from Bangkok to Chiang Mai by train, Doi Suthep looms in the northwest. The gilded chedi (pagoda) immediately catches the eye. It is one of the most important Buddhist shrines in Thailand. It is said that a piece of Buddha's skull is hidden in the chedi.
Discover the natural beauty of Thailand! From November 1, 2023, Thong Pha Phum National Park in Kanchanaburi will again welcome adventurers on the Khao Chang Phueak mountain trail. Known for its breathtaking views and challenging route, this trail offers an unforgettable experience high in the Thai mountains.
Lumpini Park in Bangkok is a breath of fresh air
You don't expect it, but in the heart of Bangkok, sandwiched between skyscrapers, you will find a green oasis: Lumpini park. More precisely on the northern side of Rama IV Road, between Ratchadamri Road and Witthayu Road.
A temple of 1,5 million beer bottles in Thailand
The 'Beer Bottle Temple' in Khun Han near the Cambodian border is also known as 'The Temple of a Million Bottles'.
A must for art lovers: Museum of Contemporary Art in Bangkok
It is perhaps Bangkok's best kept secret. The Museum of Contemporary Art has an art collection that appeals to the imagination. You can admire more than 20.000 works of art in a special building of no less than 800 m².
Spend the night at Phu Pha Man National Park
A trip to Phu Pha Man National Park in Petchabun is highly recommended. 'Enjoy the beautiful view of the mountains and the beautiful nature.'
King Mongkut Science Park in Prachuap Khiri Khan
Prachuap Khiri Khan is a Thai province south of Bangkok, located on the Gulf of Thailand. If you type the province name in the search box of this blog, several interesting articles for (tourist) visitors will appear on the screen. Sure, Prachuap Khiri Khan has beaches, but not all of them are as well known as those near Hua Hin.
Chinatown at night
If you are staying in Bangkok for a few days, a visit to Chinatown is a must. In fact, you should spend at least half a day and the evening there to see, smell and taste the two different worlds of this large Chinese enclave within Bangkok.
Wat Tham Pha Plong at Chiang Dao, a special temple
About 75 kilometers north of Chiang Mai is the city of Chiang Dao (City of the Stars), which is best known for the caves located near the hamlet of Ban Tham, about six kilometers from the center of Chiang Dao.
Similan and Surin islands welcome visitors again: natural paradises restored and ready for discovery
After being closed for six months for recovery, the breathtaking Similan and Surin Islands in the Andaman Sea have reopened for adventurers and nature lovers until May 15, 2024. These natural gems, known for their unique coral reefs, exotic fish species and the rich culture of the local Moken people, offer both day trips and overnight options for an unforgettable experience.
Phetchaburi, a brilliant diamond
The province of Phetchaburi could be compared to a diamond. The province has so much to offer the visitor in terms of history, nature, temples, caves and not to mention beautiful beaches.
The caves of Pang Mapha
In the district of Pang Mapha in the extreme northwest of Mae Hong Son province you will find hundreds of caves. They have actually been (re)discovered in the last 30 years, some are extremely massive and hardly accessible, but there are also plenty that offer spectacular "discoveries".
Wat Mahatat, the jewel in the crown of Sukhothai
In recent months on this blog I have regularly reflected on the Sukhothai Historical Park, which is littered with important cultural-historical relics. Of course Wat Mahatat should not be missing in a series of contributions on this site.
Museum of Siam (video)
Museum of Siam is housed in a beautiful 1922 building designed by Italian architect Mario Tamagno. The museum mainly gives a picture of Thailand as Thais like to see it themselves. Nevertheless, it is worth a visit.