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Bangkok has dominated Thailand's urban hierarchy as well as its
political, commercial and cultural life since the late 18th century.
Although you can shop in air-conditioned comfort in its Western-style
malls, the city is a long way from being tamed by commercial
homogeneity.
Bangkok's history of haphazard planning means you'll have the best
experiences in the most unlikely of places. Just when you start despairing
at the predominance of concrete and cars, a waft of incense leads you to a
serene temple in an area you'd written off as soulless.
Metropolitan Bangkok covers 1569sq km (612sq mi) of southern Thailand,
sitting smack in the middle of the most fertile rice-producing delta in
the world. A network of natural and artificial canals crisscross the city,
feeding to and from Thailand's hydrological lifeline - the broad Mae Nam
Chao Phraya - which snakes through the city providing transport for
passengers and cargo.
Bangkok is divided in two by the main north-south train line. Old
Bangkok, where a large proportion of the city's temples and palaces and
its Chinese and Indian districts are found, lies between the river and the
railway. East of the railway, comprising the main business, tourist and
sprawling residential districts, is 'new' Bangkok. Of course, outside of
these general classifications, Bangkok spreads in all directions with a
mixture of commercial, industrial and residential areas.
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Bangkok Hotels |
 Sofitel
Central Plaza Bangkok
Sofitel Central Plaza Bangkok is conveniently located adjoining the new
expressway just 10 minutes from the airport and 15 minutes from the centre
of Bangkok. Each of the 607 deluxe rooms at Sofitel Central Plaza Bangkok
offers a panoramic view of the city's skyline. The hotel's outdoor swimming
pool is surrounded by lush, tropical gardens, an oasis of peace and
tranquility. The fitness centre offers an inspiring environment for an
invigorating workout on state of-the-art equipment, with separate saunas and
Jacuzzis. |
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BANGKOK Sightseeing Tours Events & Attractions |
 Grand
Palace Sightseeing Tour
This coach tour is a 'must see' for all visitors to Bangkok. The Grand Palace
complex, which includes the Temple of the Emerald Buddha is unquestionably one
of the wonders of the world today. Within its enormous grounds is the most
exotic Buddhist temple. Also see the Grand Palace - once the official home for
the Kings of Siam. Book now for your experience, truly unique to Bangkok. |
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A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ayuthaya's historic temples are scattered
throughout this once magnificent city and along the encircling rivers.
Several of the more central ruins – Wat Phra Si Sanphet, Wat Mongkhon
Bophit, Wat Na Phra Meru, Wat Thammikarat, Wat Ratburana and Wat Phra
Mahathat – can be visited on foot.
You could add more temples and ruins to your itinerary by touring the
city on a rented bicycle. An ideal transport combination for visitors who
want to see everything would be to hire a bicycle for the central temples
and charter a long-tail boat to take a tour of the outlying ruins along
the river.
- Ayuthaya is about 85 km north of Bangkok.
- It was the capital of Siam from 1350 till 1767,
- when Burma conquered the city
- 33 kings of Siam reigned here.
- At its peak (about 1700) it had one million inhabitants.
- Out of this area, there are many old wats (temple-monasteries).
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 Chiang Mai has a striking mountain backdrop, over 300 temples and a
quaint historical aura. It's also a modern, friendly,
internationally-flavoured city with much to offer the visitor - food,
accommodation and shopping are all top quality and cheap, and the nights
are relatively cool.
Climate in Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai popularity stems in part from its pleasant climate. Temperatures
from mid-November to January average between 13C and 28C (56F and 83F) in
Chiang Mai; the hills are even colder.
Temperatures in Chiang Mai begin rising in February and in the hot season
(March-May) range between 17C and 36C (63F and 97F). In the rainy season
(June-mid November), the highs can drop but the lows not at all.
There is no considerable variation between day and night-times temperatures
in Chiang Mai.
The monsoon in Chiang Mai begins in May and ends in October, earlier than in
Central Thailand.
The rain generally falls sporadically - except during August and September
when the streets of Chiang Mai can sometimes flood.
Chiang Mai's plethora of temples will probably exhaust you before you
exhaust them. For variety, try a wander round the night bazaar, acquaint
yourself with local culture at the museums, or practice your Buddhist calm
under a palm tree in the city's gardens.
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Hotels Chiang Mai |
 D2
Hotel Chiang Mai
The D2 Hotel Chiang Mai is located on the Chang Klan Road and is within
walking distance of Chiang Mai city centre and its famous Night Bazaar.
The hotel is only 5 kilometres from the train station and 7 kilometres
from the Chiang Mai International Airport. Numerous restaurants and bars
are only a short stroll from the hotel. Whatever Chiang Mai attractions
you want to visit, you will find them all within easy reach. |
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Sightseeing Tours Events & Attractions |
 Elephant
Trek, Rafting and Hilltribe
This tour experiences many aspects of life in Chiang Mai. Start by seeing the
Chiang Dao Elephant Camp and how these great creatures are used for work. Later
see the Lisu hilltribe people who originated in Tibet. After lunch take a
relaxing bamboo raft trip along the Ping River before dropping in on unspoiled
hilltribe village in Chiang Dao.
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 This beautiful island off southeastern Thailand is covered with coconut
plantations and circled by (call us clichéd but it's true) palm-fringed
beaches. It was once an 'untouched' backpackers' Mecca, but is now well on
its way to becoming a fully-fledged tourist resort. Coconuts are still the
mainstay of the local economy, however, and up to two million of them are
shipped to Bangkok each month.
The most popular beaches are Hat Chaweng and Hat Lamai: both have good
swimming and snorkeling but are getting a little crowded. For more peace
and quiet, try Mae Nam, Bo Phut and Big Buddha on the northern coast. The
main town on the island is Na Thon.
Most of the beaches have plenty of rustic, thatched-roofed bungalows,
but accommodation can still be hard to secure in the high seasons between
December and February and July and August. The best time to visit is
during the hot and dry season between February and June. There are
flights from Bangkok to the island's
Don Sak Airport (USM). Several ferry and jetboat
companies operate from Surat Thani: express boats take two and a half
hours and jet boats take one and a half hours. Local transport comprises
songthaews (trucks with two rows of seats in the back), though several
places hire motorcycles.
Ko Samui's northern neighbor,
Ko Pha-Ngan, is more tranquil, and has
equally good beaches and fine snorkeling. Its renowned beach parties at
Hat Rin are still popular with backpackers, although sadly, the beach has
deteriorated recently with overuse and poor environmental controls. The
island is a half-hour boat ride from Ko Samui.
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Nakhon Pathom
 Nakhon Pathom, 60km (37mi) west of Bangkok, is regarded as the oldest
city in Thailand and is host to the 127m (417ft), orange-tiled Phra Pathom
Chedi, the tallest Buddhist monument in the world. The original monument,
now buried within the massive orange-glazed dome, was erected in the 6th
century by Theravada Buddhists. The chedi has endured various incarnations
at the hands of Khmer, Burmese and Chinese refurbishers. There is a
floating market nearby at Khlong Damnoen Saduak.
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 Dubbed 'Pearl of the South' by the tourist industry, Phuket is
Thailand's largest, most populous and most visited island. A whirl of
colour and cosmopolitanism, Thailand's only island province revolves
around and thrives on tourism, but still retains a spark of the real
Thailand.
Phuket is more about doing things - or doing nothing at all - than it
is about sightseeing. That said, there are some interesting markets,
temples, examples of Sino-Portuguese architecture and nature reserves to
check out when you can go no deeper shade of brown.
 Diving
— the most popular water sport
Scuba diving is Thailand's most popular water sport, and it's an
experience you cannot forget. With magical apparatus allowing you to
breathe underwater, a whole new universe opens up to you. Some of the most
extravagantly beautiful creatures in creation await you in this
weightless, watery world. Explore brilliantly-coloured coral reefs and be
dazzled by fish of a thousand hues. Expect close encounters with giant
barracuda, manta rays, sea cows and even sharks!
see the Diving Sites
In Thailand
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National Parks
 Thailand has over 80 such conservation areas. Khao Yai in the northeast
is the oldest and one of the best for wildlife with elephants, bears,
leopards, tigers and a good selection of snakes. Thung Salaeng Luang in the
centre is one of the largest forest areas with unusual rock formations. Khao
Sok is dense tropical rain forest and home to elephants, leopards and a
wealth of birds, reptiles, and insects. Thaleh Ban on the Malay border has a
huge variety of wildlife including the Malayan sun bear, gibbons, macaques
and several rare birds. In the south of the country there are several marine
and coastal parks, however many have not escaped development.
Hotels in Nakorn
Ratchasima/Khao Yai Farm Chokchai
With 800 acres of land in Pak Chong district, Nakhon Ratchasima, and a
cattle herd of 5,000, the farm produces more than 30,000 kilograms of raw
milk per day. It also has a cattle-breeding program for exports, as well as
other animals including ostriches and deer. The farm, with its agro-tourism
concept, is open to tourists, who get the chance to watch every process in
the dairy plant, including testing their skills in ice-cream making.
Tourists can take a carriage trip to enjoy the farm scenery, learn the facts
about the farm operation and even ride a horse. The farm also offers
packages that include camping and seminars in the back-to-basics resort
environment. for a detailed map of Farm Chokchai
and the nearby tourist attractions, click here
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