Chumphon: Unknown certainly does not make unloved
Chumphon City is the capital of Chumphon Province. It is the gateway to the southern provinces of Thailand and the islands of the Gulf of Thailand, especially Koh Tao. Chumphon has more than 200 kilometers of coastline with numerous unspoilt beaches and is therefore ideal for those looking for relaxation in a natural and peaceful environment. You can do activities such as sunbathing, swimming, sailing, paragliding, diving and snorkeling.
10 most beautiful temples in Thailand
Temples are an important part of Thai culture and history. They are a central point in the spiritual life of many Thai people and a major tourist attraction for visitors to Thailand. But how did these temples actually originate and what is their background?
Doi Inthanon takes you to the roof of Thailand where you can literally stand in the clouds. The highest mountain in Thailand is no less than 2.565 meters high. There are many day trips to this mountain, usually followed by a visit to a hill tribe or coffee plantation and a waterfall. It is worth booking such an excursion with an English - speaking guide because there is a lot to see .
Phu Soi Dao national park is a large nature reserve located about 177 kilometers from Phitsanulok. The park covers an area of 48.962,5 rai or 58.750 acres of land. The park has a cool climate all year round due to its elevation of 2.102 meters above sea level.
Krabi is known for its scenic views and breathtaking beaches and islands. It also has beautiful coral reefs that are some of the most beautiful in the world, making it a great place for diving.
The famous Mon bridge in Sangklaburi (video)
The Mon bridge over the lake at Songhlaburi is a special attraction. At 850 meters long, it is the longest wooden bridge in Thailand and the second longest pedestrian bridge in the world.
Rules when visiting a Thai temple (Wat)
In another posting a few things have been written about a Thai temple and what you can find in buildings and facilities. But what about the (unwritten) rules when visiting a Wat?
Today we pay attention to a lesser known National Park, but nevertheless no less interesting: Pha Taem National Park in Ubon Ratchathani.
Thailand attracts travelers with its crystal clear seas and pristine beaches. When planning a beach holiday, it is important to know that the weather on the Gulf of Thailand is sunny in May, while the Andaman Sea experiences the beginning of the rainy season. Discover the recommended marine national parks for the perfect May getaway.
The Temples of Mae Hong Son
When I first visited Mae Hong Son, the capital of the least populated province in Thailand, more than thirty years ago, I was immediately sold. Back then it was one of the country's most pristine and remote towns, tucked away between towering mountains and difficult to reach from Chiang Mai via a road that seemed to wind forever in sharp hairpin bends between the steep, densely forested slopes.
Khmer temples in Isan
In Buriram we visited two well-known Khmer temples, Prasat Phanom Rung and Prasat Meaung Tam, both impressive temple ruins in good condition. Although much smaller than Phanom Rung, Prasat Meaung Tam is particularly photogenic due to its moat surrounding the main temple building.
10 most popular excursions in and around Bangkok
Bangkok is an impressive city. There is much to see. Most tourists, especially those who visit this exotic metropolis for the first time, want to see and experience as much as possible.
This temple was built by Luang Phor Khoon Parisuttho. No fewer than 20 million mosaic tiles have been used. The complex is a tribute to the water gods. they are located under a huge sculpture of the mythical elephant Airavata, on which sits the Hindu God Indra.
I've never made a secret of my affinity for Chiang Mai. One of the many – for me already attractive – advantages of the 'Rose of the North' is the large concentration of interesting temple complexes within the old city walls. Wat Phra Sing or the Temple of the Lion Buddha is one of my absolute favourites.
The Dutch war cemeteries in Kanchanaburi
A visit to Kanchanaburi War Cemetery is a captivating experience. In the bright, shimmering light of the Brazen Ploert blazing mercilessly overhead, it seems that row upon row of the clean-lined uniform gravestones in the trimmed lawns reach to the horizon. Despite the traffic in the adjacent streets, it can sometimes be very quiet. And that's great because this is a place where memory slowly but surely turns into history...
Wat Yannawa, a special temple in Bangkok
Wat Yannawa is located south of the Taksin Bridge in the Sathon district. It is an ancient temple that was built in the time of the Ayutthaya kingdom.
Don't just say stupa to a chedi
You simply cannot miss it in Thailand; the chedis, the local variant of what is known in the rest of the world - with the exception of Tibet (chorten), Sri Lanka (dagaba) or Indonesia (candi), as the stupas, the round structures containing Buddhist relics or, as in some cases also the cremated remains of the Great Ones of the Land and their relatives.
Wat Pho, the Temple of the Reclining Buddha
Wat Pho, or the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is the oldest and largest Buddhist temple in Bangkok. You can find more than 1.000 Buddha statues and it is home to the largest Buddha statue in Thailand: The Reclining Buddha (Phra Buddhasaiyas).
Khan Chae National Park
Thailand has many, well over 100, national parks where visitors find the unparalleled tranquility of nature and enjoy lush forests, water features, wildlife and birds.
Hall of Opium in Chiang Rai
A special museum in the Golden Triangle Park in Chiang Saen in the province of Chiang Rai is the Hall of Opium. Visitors to this museum take a walk through the long and varied history of opium.
A visit to Nongkhai, the border town on the Thai side of the Mekong, is not complete without a visit to Salaeoku. Words fail to describe the sculpture garden, set up by the monk Launpou Bounleua, who died in 1996.
Sanctuary of Truth Pattaya (video)
On the coast - a stone's throw from Pattaya - a temple has been built entirely of wood. The imposing structure is one hundred meters high and one hundred meters long. Construction was started in the early XNUMXs at the behest of a wealthy businessman.