Chiang Rai

History

Popualtions have dwelled in Chiang Rai since the 7th century and it became the center of the Lanna Thai Kingdom during the 13th century. The region, rich in natural resources and textiles, was occupied by the Burmese until 1786.
Chiang Rai became a province in 1910, after being part of the kingdom of Lanna Thai for centuries. After Lannathai was incorporated into Thailand, it stayed an autonomous region and thus the Chiang Rai area was administered from Chiang Mai.
Chiang Rai province’s Golden Triangle bordering Laos and Burma was once the hub of opium production which had much influence on cultural practices and lifestyles. Until this day, entire clans live together in bamboo houses and each village has its own individual character.

Geography

Chiang Rai province is about 200 km northeast of Chiang Mai province. 62 km south of Mae Sai and the Myanmar border; 60 km southwest of Chiang Saen on the Mae Khong across from the People's Democratic Republic of Laos; and 90 km north of Nakhon Phayao, Phayao Province.

The Mae Kok River runs along its north side, flowing from west to east and eventually merging with the Mekong River.

While the eastern part of the province is relatively flat river plains, the western part consists of mountainous terrain. While not the highest elevation of the province, the 1322 m high Doi Tung (Flag hill) is the most important hill. The Wat Phra That Doi Tung temple on top of the hill according to the chronicles dates back to the year 911. Nearby is the Doi Tung royal villa, former residence of the Late Princess mother (mother of the present king) Somdej Phra Srinagarindra. Thanks to her activities the hills were reforested, and the hill tribes changed from growing poppy to other crops.

Demographic

Population 62,000.
12.5% of the population belong to the hill tribes, a collective term for the minority ethnic groups in the North of Thailand such as the Karen, Akha, Lisu, Meo and Muser. Many Chinese, particularly from Yunnan Province, have migrated to the area and assimilated with the Thai population to such extent that well over half of the large businesses in northern Thailand are owned by people of Chinese heritage.

How to get there - Transportation

From Bangkok ; Bangkok through Chiang Rai to Mae Sai on the Burma border. Chiang Rai is 839 kilometers from Bangkok, about 14 hours by car or by bus.

Several flights are available to and from Bangkok daily. Chiang Rai International Airport flight time is about 1 hour and 30 minutes.

From Chiang Mai ; According to official bus schedules, the bus ride to Chiang Rai from Chiang Mai takes approximately an hour and 30 minutes, however the 175 km trip most often takes at least two and a half hours.

There is scheduled boat service between Chiang Rai and Thaton in Chiang Mai province daily.

There are currently no rail services to Chiang Rai as the railway line from Bangkok ends at Chiang Mai. There have been talks of extending the rail line to Chiang Rai in the near future,but this is unlikely to happen as the city's population is well below 1 million and there isn't as many international tourists visiting Chiang Rai as Chiang Mai.

Internal transportation

Rail systems
There is no railway system in Chiang Rai.

Bus service
Decent bus services are available in the province but in more remote areas, songthaews (public passenger pick-up vehicles) are the norm.

Airplane
There is an airport but it only offers internal flights

Local Culture

The north of Thailand’s culture is Lanna in origin and the people are very proud of their northern roots. The region is home to distinctly different food, music, arts, way of life and even language. Chiang Rai is also a melting pot of hill tribes and their own unique cultures.

Lifestyle

Khon Muang are the city folk who originally came from Chiang Mai, Lamphun, Lampang and Phrae. Culturally, they design their houses having only one floor with wooden gable-decorations called Ka-Lae. They are known for their craftsmanship in wood carving, weaving, lacquerware and musical instruments.

Tai Yai, Burmese in origin, harvest rice, farm, raise cattle and trade. Their craftsmanship lies in weaving, pottery, wood carving and bronzeware.

Akha have the largest population of any hill tribe in the region. Originating from Tibet and Southern China, they dwell on high grounds around 1,200 meters above sea-level. Within their villages they build a Spirit Gateway to protect them from evil spirits.

Lahu are also from the Yunnese area and live in high areas. They are known as hunters and planters. Karen live in various areas of the region which have valleys and riverbanks.

Chin Hor, these are the former Kuomintang who took refuge in the area, mainly Doi Mae Salong Hmong from southern China are located on high land. They raise livestock and grow rice, corn, tobacco and cabbage. They are also known for their embroidery and silver.

Tai Lue live in dwellings of usually only a single room wooden house built on high poles. They are skilled in weaving.

Lisaw from southern China and Tibet are renowned for their colorful dress and also build their dwellings on high poles. They harvest rice and corn and their men are skilled in hunting.

Yao reside along mountain sides and grow corn and other crops. They are skilled blacksmiths, silversmiths and embroiders.

Torism and Actractions

The province is rich in tourism resources in terms of natural attractions and antiquities, evidence of its past civilisation. It is also home to various hilltribes who follow fascinating ways of life. Chiang Rai is also a tourism gateway into Myanmar and Laos.

Attractions

Doi Tung (ดอยตุง) is a revered mountain which includes the Doi Tung Palace and the Mae Fa Luang Flower Garden. The Wat Phra That Doi Tung Holy Relic, an old religious site on top of the mountain, is about 2,000 metres above sea level.

Wat Rong Khun (วัดร่องขุ่น): This temple was designed and built by artist Chaloemchai Khositphiphat. A white ordination hall – Phra Ubosot - is decorated with silver glittering pieces of mirrors. There are large mural paintings of the Lord Buddha in different gestures.

Golden Triangle (สามเหลี่ยมทองคำ) locally called "Sop Ruak" is where the Mae Khong meets the Ruak River and also where the borders of three countries, Laos, Burma and Thailand, meet together. There are remains of many ancient places and structures attesting to the area having been settled by people in the past.

Doi Mae Salong (ดอยแม่สลอง) is home to a community settled by remnants of the former Chinese 93rd Division who moved from Burma to Thai territory during the Communist Revolution. Today it is a tourist attraction with its small-town ambience on high hills.

Wat Phra Kaeo (วัดพระแก้ว) once housed Thailand’s most revered Buddha image, the Emerald Buddha. It was discovered in 1444. The statue had been moved by various state rulers to be placed in their respective capitals as a symbol of dominance, including Lampang, Chiang Rai and Vientiane before finally enshrined in Bangkok's Wat Phra Kaeo during the reign of King Rama I of the Rattanakosin period.

Kok River (แม่น้ำกก) flows through the town of Chiang Rai and is 130 kilometres long. Long-tailed boats and cruises can be made from town to travel. Hilltribe villages in the area are popular with travelers.

Amphoe Mae Sai: Mae Sai (แม่สาย), borders on Burma’s Tha Khi Lek (ท่าขี้เหล็ก) marked by the Mae Sai River with a bridge spanning both sides. The area has a market selling lots of different goods.

The Hall of Opium, Golden Triangle Park (หอฝิ่นอุทยานสามเหลี่ยมทองคำ) exhibits the history of opium in the Golden Triangle, its origin, opium war when people lived on opium planting and smoking, as well as the recovery of the people who lived here.

Chiang Saen (เชียงแสน) an ancient town once served as the main town before King Mengrai established Chiang Rai as the capital in 1262. Traces of old double city walls and many other antiquities still remain in and outside the district town. The attractions include Chiang Saen National Museum (พิพิธภัณฑสถานแห่งชาติเชียงแสน), Wat Phra That Chedi Luang (วัดพระธาตุเจดีย์หลวง) and Wat Pa Sak (วัดป่าสัก).

Phu Chi Fa (ภูชี้ฟ้า): There is a trail which leads up to the viewing point on the top, a distance of 1.8 kilometres. From the sheer cliff of Phu Chi Fa, views, especially the sea of mist at sunrise can be seen. The cool climate produces flowering shrubs of various species.

Activities

Trekking
The trekking area in Chiang Rai covers Amphoe Mueang, Amphoe Mae Suai, and the banks along the Mae Kok River.

Golf
There are plenty of golf courses around Chiang Rai province.
Mountain Biking Since Chiang Rai has scenic mountain landscape and fresh air, it is a nice place for mountain biking.

Rafting
Because of the fine views available, the Kok River is very popular for rafting.
Elephants Riding Elephants riding are possible through out at Chiang rai.

Local Products
Chiang Rai is rich in handicraft items such as hand-woven cotton materials, dresses and hilltribe silver ornaments, as well as wood-carving products. Certain food items are quite popular such as Naem and Mu Yo (preserved and fermented pork sausages). Agricultural products include lychee (April-May), pineapples, tea, and other products from the royal projects.

Nightlife
The provincial town (amphoe muang) has a few live music pubs and discotheques. Aimed at foreign tourists, there is traditional music in the Night Bazaar. There are also plenty of beer bars, some with hostesses, around town.

Events & Festivals

Wai Sa Phaya Mengrai or Phokhun Mengrai Maharat Festival (งานไหว้สาพญาเม็งราย หรือ งานพ่อขุนเม็งรายมหาราช) is held during 23 January – 1 February. The Buang Suang worshipping ceremony is to commemorate Phokhun Mengrai Maharat.

Dok Siao Ban or Blooming Siao Flower Festival at Phu Chi Fa (งานดอกเสี้ยวบานที่ภูชี้ฟ้า) is held during 13-15 February. There are sports competitions and cultural performances from hilltribes at Ban Rom Fa Thai in Amphoe Thoeng.

Songkran Festival and Boat Races of Mueang Chiang Saen (งานประเพณีสงกรานต์และแข่งเรือเมืองเชียงแสน) is held during 13-18 April of each year. In this festival, there is a parade, water bathing ceremony of the Phrachao Lanthong Buddha image, boat races and folk performances.

Lichi Fair (งานเทศกาลลิ้นจี่และของดีเมืองเชียงราย) is held around the middle of May every year. There is a float competition, Lichi beauty contest and booths of many products at the provincial stadium of Chiang Rai.

Buatong Ban or Blooming Mexican Sunflower Festival (งานเทศกาลดอกบัวตองบาน) is held in November, affording people the opportunity to see the sunflower fields, waterfalls and mist at Ban Hua Mae Kham, Amphoe Mae Fa Luang. There are also hilltribe performances.

Chiang Rai Flower Festival (งานเทศกาลเชียงรายดอกไม้บาน) is held during the end of December to January every year. There are flower processions, flower gardens, Miss Thinn Thai Ngarm Contest and also the fair of agricultural products and the variety of flowers.

Chiang Saen, Mae Chan, and Doi Mae Salong are three substantially different places. Chiang Saen’s culture has been influenced by its collection of Buddhist scriptures and temples. It was once the provincial capital. Mae Chan’s name lies in its silver and tribal handicrafts. Once officially unrecognized by the Thai government, Doi Mae Salong is a Chinese KMT (Kuomintang) area renowned for its natural beauty and unique Yunnanese culture. Besides the Chinese 93rd Infantry of the Kuomintang, several other ethnic minorities have settled down in the region including the Tai Yai, Tai Lue, Tai Khoen and Tai Yuan.

Art
The area is known for its traditional Lanna music with instruments such as the sau (fiddle) and kaen (panpipe).
The north of Thailand has its own distinctive art and crafts including bronze casting, carving, mulberry paper, Buddha Images and sign painting.
Local handmade items popular with tourists are clay charcoal stoves, tea sets, brooms and dust-pans, and umbrellas for shade and decoration.
Some of the craftswork is made ofr spiritual purposes.

Local Food
The staple diet of local people consists of sticky rice (glutinous rice) which is rolled into balls and served in small hand-made bamboo containers. Typical dishes in the area are khan khanoon (spicy jackfruit curry), khaeng yuak (banana palm leaves), sai oo-a (pork sausages) and Yunnese and Burmese rice noodles.

Ayuhthaya - UNESCO`s World Heritage

Ayutthaya province or full named Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya located at upper area of Bangkok Metropolis where was the city of rivers and precious ancient places, Its dominant symbol of ever being the capital of Siam can be seen from its prosperity of arts and cultures especially in the area of Island Capital where was the locations of the ancient places, Wat Phra Si Sanphet and Bang Pa-in Summer Palace

Unlike other tourist centres, Ayutthaya's main attraction is not its beautiful scenery, but its calm atmosphere with the remains resulting from the destruction by the invading Burmese army in 1767. The ruins offer the visitors a glimpse of old Ayutthaya, with once was a prosperous and majestic capital with over 400 magnificent Buddhist monasteries.

Visitors can explore and appreciate Thai history in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, which is situated only 86 kilometers north of Bangkok. Visitors to Ayutthaya can marvel at its grandeur reflected through numerous magnificent structures and ruins concentrated in and around the city island surrounded by Maenam Chao Phraya, Maenam Pa Sak and Maenam Lopburi.

More importantly,Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Historical Park, an extensive historical site in the heart of Ayutthaya city, has been included in UNESCO's World Heritage list since 13 December, 1991.

How to get there

By Car:

Alternative I: Take Highway No. 1 (Phahonyothin Road.) then take Highway No. 32 to Ayutthaya.
Alternative II: Take Highway No. 304 (Chaeng Watthana Road.) or take Highway No. 302 (Ngamwongwan Road.); turn righ to Highway No. 306 (Tiwanon Road.), then take Highway No. 3111 (Pathum Thani - Samkhok - Sena) and turn right at Amphoe Sena to Highway No. 3263
Alternative III: Take Highway No. 306 (Bangkok - Nonthaburi - Pathum Thani Road.) then take Highway No. 347

By Bus:

Ordinary buses run between the Bangkoks Northern Bus Terminal (Mochit 2 Bus Terminal) and Ayutthaya's main terminal on Naresuan Rd. every 20 minutes between 5 a.m. and 7 p.m. The fare is 30 bahts and the trip takes around 2hours. Air-conditioned buses operate the same route every 20 minutes from 5.40 a.m. to 7.20 p.m. (every 15 minutes between 7a.m. and 5p.m.) at the rate of 47 bahts, the trip takes 1.5 hours when traffic to north of Bangkok is light, otherwise it will take two hours.

By Train:

Trains to Ayutthaya leave Bangkok's Hua Lamphong Station approximately every hour between 4.20 a.m. and 10 p.m. The 3rd class fare is 15 bahts for the 1.5 hour trip. Train schedules are available from the information booth at Hua Lamphong Station. Alternatively, call 0 2223 7010, 0 2223 7020, or 1690 or visit http://www.railway.co.th/ for reservations.

By Boat

There are no scheduled or chartered boat services between Bangkok and Ayutthaya. However, several companies in Bangkok operate luxury cruises to Bang Pa-In with side trips by bus to Ayutthaya for approximately 1,500 bahts to 1,800 bahts per person, including a sumptuous luncheon. Longer two days trips in converted rice barges start at 4,800 baht.

Major tourist Attractions (travel road map)

Because Ayutthaya is not so far from bangkok , 76 km. or about 1 hr. from Bangkok , so almost of tourists usually get hotel in Bangkok and go to Ayutthaya in the morning of the day.

The road map I would like to suggest you is start from Bangkok in the morning and then start from Bang-Pa-In Palace;

Bang Pa-In Palace , also known as the Summer Palace. Originally built by Ayutthayan King Prasat Thong in 1632 but abandoned after the sack of Ayutthaya in 1767, the site was partially restored by King Mongkut (Rama IV) in the 1850s. The site as it stands today, however, is largely the work of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), who expanded the area into a Versaillesque garden filled with European-style buildings in 1872-1889. Last restored in 2001, the palace and its grounds are maintained in immaculate shape and well worth a visit.

Entry 100 baht, open daily 08:00-16:00. The grounds are not too large to be covered on foot, but you can also rent a golf cart to scoot around in for 150 baht/hour. As at all royal sites, proper dress is required, but you can buy a 100 baht wrapwround skirt from the stall in front of the entrance if needed.

Ayutthaya is the once of most important province for Thai history,So there are many old temples in this province that the tourist should be visit to .It has many tour for visit to Ayutthaya that the tourist can ask from the counter of your hotel.

As I said at the first that Ayutthaya has been included in UNESCO's World Heritage list since 13 December, 1991.So don`t forget to visit there when you have a chance coming to Thailand.

Phuket

Phuket is a world class famous tourist destination, renowed for its beautiful beaches, clear waters, lots of offshore islands providing great sites for diving, as well as plentiful high quality resort accommodation.

Today the province's wealth comes from the vast tourism industry that has developed in recent years, as travellers around the world discover Phuket has a lot to offer in the way of sun and sea. By contrast the hilly intereriorhides forests, a national park, gibbon rehabilitation centre and promises of elephant treks.

Wonderful sea, beatiful beach ,good atmosphere, enjoy diving and delicious sea food etc. these are the reasons that why you must go to Phuket. I think you will get the good experience at there.

Location

Phuket is located on the west coast, in the southern part of Thailand. This largest island of Thailand, which is surrounded by other 32 islands, has total area 570 square kilometres. Phuket has it greatest breadth of 21.3 kilometres it greatest length of 48.7 kilometres, the province is bordered as follows :

On the north : is Pahk Prah Channel; Phang - nga Province is connected to Phuket by two bridges in the same area, Sarasin Bridge and Thao Thep Krasattri Bridge.
On the south : lies the Andaman Sea.
On the west: lies the Andaman Sea.
On the east : is the Bay of Phang - nga.

Weather
Phuket's weather is typical of its location near in an area influenced by monsoon winds: warm, humid, but pleasant all year long. There are only two seasons:
the rainy season, from May to November, during the southwest monsoon,
the hot season, from December to April, when the monsoon winds blow from the northeast. March has the highest average temperature, 33.4 c, and the lowest average temperatures are experienced early mornings in January, when the thermometer fails to 22 c. (Current Weather and Weather forecast click here)

How to get there

By Car :
Take Route 4 from Bangkok to the south. Along the way pass the provinces of Nakhon Pathom, Ratchaburi, Phetchaburi, Prachuap-Khirikan, and at Chumphon go right to Ranong. From Ranong, go south through Kraburi and Kapoe Districts to Phang-nga Province. In Phang-nga the road passes through Kuraburi, Takuapa, and Thai Muang Districts before reaching the town of Kok Kloy. Then, cross the Thao Thep Kasattri or Sarasin Bridge to Phuket Island. The distance is 867 kilometers.

By Coach :
Both air-conditioned and non air-conditioned buses leave the Southern Bus Terminal in Bangkok daily. Southern Bus Terminal Tel. (02) 4347192, 4345557-8, Phuket Central Company Tel. (02) 4355019, Phuket Travel Tel. (02) 4355018, Phuket Bus Terminal Tel. (076) 211480.

By Air :
Thai Airways International operates flights to Phuket daily. The travel time is 1 hour 20 minutes. Contact TG office in Bangkok Tel. (02) 2800060, 6282000 for flight schedule and reservation.

By Sea :
The Deep Sea Port (Port of Phuket) at Puket is visited by both cargo and cruise ship from Thailand and from abroad. Contact your travel agent for information about the many different ships that stop at Phuket.

Attractions

Patong Beach

Phromthep Cape

Karon-Kata Beaches

Wat Chalong

Phuket Aquarium

Attractions Beach
The west coast of the island has some of the best beaches to be found anywhere and, during the sunny and dry November-May season, the water is calm, clear and warm. Each beach has its own style and distinctive points of interest. Some, like Patong are hot spots for nightlife, while others, like Nai Yang are quiet havens away from the crowds. The main beaches are as follows: Patong Beach ,Sai Kaew Beach ,Bang Tao Beach ,Surin Beach ,Karon Beach,Kalim Beach ,Kata Beach ,Kamala Beach,Kata Noi Beach,Nai Harn Beach ,Nai Yang Beach ,Viewpoint ,Nai Thon Beach ,Rawai Beach ,Mai Khao Beach

you can see more detail of each beach by visit to http://www.phuket.com/island/beaches.htm

Krabi - Unseen in Thailand

Krabi is the once wonderful place of my travel expereince , I had a chance to visit to Krabi in last year (2006).Krabi after Tsunami is more beautiful than the past , more clear water make us can clearly see the fish and coral. Many tourists known that Phuket is the beautiful island while just less people known that Krabi is also the paradise of trvelling and not different from Phuket.

Krabi province is not so far from Phuket , many beautiful islands is located between Phuket and Krabi ,so the tourist can go to island from both Phuket and Krabi. Because Phuket is very famous for many foreigner, so it is very crowded with the tourists while Krabi is not so. So I think Krabi is very wonderful place for the tourist who do not like noise and crowded people.

And Ao Nang beach (Krabi)is the best of my experience that I want to suggest you to visit.

The tourists do not need to advance booking any tour because you can search for tours from many tours company at Ao nang beach or at the counter information of every hotel at there.

Krabi information

This seaside province is located in the Andaman Sea. The province is full of white sandy beaches, crystal clear seawater, beautiful islands, verdant forest with caves, and waterfalls, including more than 100 offshore islands

The province consists of mountains, hills, plains, and mangrove forests, including more than 130 large and small islands. Krabi town has a 5 kilometre-long river, which flows through town and ends at the Andaman Sea in Tambon Pak Nam. There are several canals in Krabi including Khlong Pakasai, Khlong Krabi Yai and Khlong Krabi Noi, all of them originate from Phanom Bencha mountain range, the highest mountain range in Krabi.

Ao Nang beach - Krabi
Ao Nang is Krabi's vibrant tourist centre. It has the relaxed vibe of a small town, the beauty of a beach resort, the modern comforts of home, and the friendliness the sets Thailand apart.
The town itself is small; an hour-long stroll takes you from one end to the other. Given that floating buildings are impractical and sheer cliffs don't readily lend themselves to development, this paradise won't be paved over anytime soon.

By road, Ao Nang is just minutes from Krabi Town and Klong Muang Beach and mere seconds to Noppharat Thara Beach. Via sea, Railay's beaches - including Ton Sai - and a grab bag of small, intimate islands are nearby. Pick a direction and give your waterborne taxi thirty minutes. A world of adventure waits.

Of course, leaving Ao Nang is far from necessary. Great food, interesting people, cheap shopping, and a stellar beach make it a standalone destination. For plenty of travellers, this is the end of the road. Use it as a jumping-off point to see the rest of Krabi's wondrous secrets, or make it your only target. Either way, you'll thoroughly enjoy Ao Nang.

Krabi weather

Weather in Krabi is typically that of the tropical monsoon, providing the province with just two seasons,the hot season from January to April, and the rainy season from May to December.
Monsoon winds, which change according to season, blow from the southeast, the southwest, and the northeast.Temperatures range between 16.9 and 37.3 degrees Celsius and the yearly rainfall averages 2,568.5 millimeters.

Beachs and Islands in Krabi

1. PHI-PHI ISLANDS -The most important island

The most important is Hat Noppharat Thara-Ko Phi Phi National Park, better known as Phi-Phi Island, due west and south of Phuket Town. The park contains extensive mainland beaches, over 80 lesser islands, and two islands of outstanding physical yet contrasting beauty which have become the symbol of the perfect tropical island.

Phi Phi Lea covers an area of just six square kilometer and is characterized by rugged, steep and lightly vegetated cliffs rising from the seabed, hidden bays concealing small pristine beaches and calm clear water whose colour is a kaleidoscope of greens and blues. Its Viking Caves gets its name from the ancient murals depicting Viking-like sailing vessels. The caves are home to sea swallows whose nests are much sort after for the Chinese delicacy Birds Nest Soup.

Two kilometers north is the larger Phi Phi Don covering an area of 28 square kilometers. The island is famed for its palm fringed white sand beaches protected by the mountain masses. Beach side bungalows and chalets are available. The area immediately adjacent to a Muslim fishing village contains bars with live music; restaurants specializing in western and Thai cuisine; cabarets; souvenir shops; dive shops and charter boat operators offering game fishing and day trips to Ko Paid (Bamboo Island) a half an hour boat ride from Phi Phi Don and claimed by many locals to be one of the most beautiful and unspoiled, uninhabited islands in the area.

Yachtmen and scuba divers that can discover and enjoy peaceful anchorage, tranquility and privacy in various locations favouring the Phi Phi group of islands. It has become the start and finishing point for Phuket's prestigious King's Cup yacht race each December. And was recently the location for the film "The Beach" staring Leonardo di Caprio.

Tour

There are many kind of tours for the tourist ,you can search its from many companies at Ao Nabg beach or the information counter of every hotel.The staff from tour company will pick you up from the hotel in the morning for going to the peir.

Photoes - from my expereince

Pattaya

Only 2 hours from Bangkok, this resort city(pattaya) caters to every whim. Lazy afternoons on the beach, go-karting, paintballing, golf, and full steam ahead nightlife are just a few of the entertainments provided.

Pattaya is the wonderful place for holiday fun and provides it with the utmost convenience. A tiny fishing village only twenty-odd years ago, it has swiftly developed into an extraordinary vacation spot catering to the holiday maker’s every whim. Pattaya has it all: tranquil beaches, lavish resorts, luscious seafood and a gamut of sporting and leisure activities – all less than two hours from Bangkok’s concrete jungle.

Traveling to and around Pattaya

Pattaya is just 140 kilometres east of Bangkok. The town can be accessed by road and railway. Starting from Bangkok, tourists have a number of options in terms of a road trip such expressway, motorway and elevated highway. A trip by bus can take from the Eastern Bus Terminal in Bangkok takes merely 2 hours to get to the first beach of Pattaya.

Traveling around Pattaya is easy. Motorbike taxi and pickup truck converted bus (locally known as Song-Taew) can be seen everywhere. The beachside road is one-way street that connects North Pattaya, Middle Pattaya and South Pattaya – the last one is a walking street at night. Additionally, you can also drive along its inner city road to Jomtien beach.

On Land

Pattaya town offers a range of museums, indoor and outdoor shopping, countless golf courses, and even a world class go-karting track. Fifteen minutes out of town is “Nong Nooch”, a gorgeous orchid-studded botanical garden that features cultural performances of music, dance and martial arts. Not far off is the Elephant Kraal, where elephants show off their skills as foresters, footballers, and most impressively, as warriors – re-enacting Siam’s ancient battles.

At Sea

Though Pattaya’s 4 kilometer beach is unspectacular, it’s a short boat ride to one of several lush islands just off the bay. Koral Island, or "Koh Lann" is a popular spot for waterskiing, sailing, scuba diving, boat tours of the coral reefs and deep sea fishing. Want something more sedate? Head out a bit further to Bamboo island and deepen your tan on a quiet white sand beach.

Nightlife

At night, Pattaya becomes a neon hive of activity. Though notorious for the “naughty nightlife” along the beach strip, there is a wide variety of cabaret-style entertainment for the more sophisticated visitor. The Alcazar Show is probably the most famous of these. For detailed listings, pick up the Pattaya Mail weekly newspaper.

Beaches in Pattaya

North Pattaya: nostalgic serenity
North Pattaya or Pattaya Neau is the most peaceful beach among the three main beaches in town. Mass tourism originated on this beach before it spread to north and south Pattaya. Many hotels that were established three decades ago can still be seen lining this brown sandy beach, proving its longevity and popularity. The beach starts from the Dolphin roundabout in front of Dusit Resort. Beach chairs and umbrellas are available for rent along this shady beach while restaurants, bars and convenient stores are just walking distance.

Middle Pattaya: The beach of fun
Just a little bit south of North Pattaya passing the golden mermaid and dolphin statues is Middle Pattaya, the beach of fun. This is the most popular and, certainly, lively beach in Pattaya. This is the area where shopping malls, boutique shops, bars, restaurants and coffee shops are crammed along a busy beachside road. There are more beach chairs, umbrellas and tourists in Middle Pattaya than other beaches. During the day, the area is enthusiastic with beachgoers frolicking on the beach or enjoying several kinds of water sports activities such as jet skiing, banana boat, paragliding and parasailing. At night, the street is illuminated with pubs, bars and restaurants. Middle Pattaya may not be the most favourite place in Pattaya but it is usually the place ones choose not to be missed.

South Pattaya:
South Pattaya is located next to Middle Pattaya. The area may not have an attractive beach like North or Middle Pattaya. People seem to come here for a different reason. Looking more energetic at night, it draws many fun-loving tourists who stroll this 500 metre lane looking for a fun time after dark. Numerous shops, restaurants, bars, discotheques, nightclubs line the streets. Thus, it is the place for adults only.

Jomtien Beach - The most famous beach in Pataya
Situated 3 kilometers southward of the downtown, Jomtien is a spin-off from Pattaya. This 6 kilometre long beach may bear some resemblance to Pattaya beach in terms of beach activities. However, it has an ambience of isolation. Thanks to its distance from Pattaya.
The beach is suitable for swimming as plenty of water sports activities are available. Accommodations on this beach are relatively cheap and there are enough restaurants to serve diners.

Off the street to Jomtien Beach is another beach named Dong Tan. It has a more relaxing atmosphere than its neighbouring beaches due to its no-car parking policy. Indeed, cars are allowed to pass and park on this beach only before 10 am and after 5 pm. The beach is shady with pine trees and beach umbrellas. Therefore, this is the place where you will see beachgoers joyfully basking in the sun.

Koh Lan (Lan Island) -7 km. from Pattaya

Pattaya has a number of islands in its vicinity of which Koh Lan is the largest. The island is somewhat an extension of the mainland activities, featuring water sports such as diving snorkeling, windsurfing, waterskiing and para-sending. A key attraction is boats sailing around the island for sightseeing purposes. Some of the boats have glass bottoms enabling passengers to see coral and marine life at the bottom of the sea. The island has a number of beaches, the main beach hosting a number of excellent seafood restaurants selling dishes made from freshly caught seafood. The area also features deep sea fishing boats around Koh Lan neighbours, Koh Krok and Koh Sak.

Beaches in Koh Lan

Haad Ta Waen is the longest and most popular beach of Koh Lan. Located in the northwest of the island, this 750-metre-long beach has clear waters and white fine sand. The beach, which is popular among Asian tourists, is lined with colourful beach chairs, shops and restaurants.

Located in the west of Koh Lan is Haad Tian. This scenic beach in the cove stretches 500 metres long and features some coral reefs. It is as popular as Haad Ta Waen with loads of sport activities and restaurants on the offer.

Another beach near Haad Ta Waen is Haad Sungwal. It is a small beach, only around 150 metres long. Without any shops or restaurant in the area, the beach is quieter than Haad Ta Waen and good for sunbathing.

For those who prefer basking in the sun in peace, Haad Samae and Haad Ta Yai may serve your purpose. The first beach, which is only 10 minute walk from Haad Tian, is relatively quiet with shops and restaurants dotting the area. Nestling on the northern tip of the island, the latter beach has fewer beach goers and only one beachside restaurant.

Details: Koh Lan is 45 minutes from Pattaya beach by boat or 20 minutes by long-tail boat. Most of the tour boats make anchor to take advantage of the foodshops and stalls along these beaches. Facing Hat Thong Lang are coral ranges. Visitors can choose glass-bottom boats and surface-diving. Hat Samae is located to the southwest while Hat Ta Phan is to the west of the island.

How to get there: Ferries leave South Pattaya Pier daily from 10:00 to 18.30, the one-way fare being 20 Baht. The return ferry leaves Koh Lan Na Ban Beach at 12:00 and 14:00.

Bangkok

Bangkok is Thailand's capital city, it is a modern, exciting and sophisticated city. It offers to visitors not only the cosmopolitan amenities they would expect from other big cities, but also a unique treasure trove of cultural attractions. Thailand, in the heart of Southeast Asia, was never colonised and thus kept its unique culture and heritage intact. Bangkok offers visitors the opportunity to experience fascinating glimpse of Thailand's gentle culture amidst the bustle of a great and dynamic metropolis. This great city has astounding success in combining the ancient and modern world. Travel in Thailand

For tourists, Bangkok has a feast of attractions to offer. The city is dotted with 400 glittering Buddhist temples of great beauty and fascination, magnificent palaces, classical dance extravaganzas, numerous shopping centres and traditional ways of life, especially along the "Venice of the East" timeless canals and the Chao Phraya River of the "River of Kings" winding through the city. It is worth taking a trip along its waters before exploring further into different canals to take a glimpse of old Bangkok. Travel in Thailand

Famous travel spot in Bangkok (famous travel place in Bangkok)

Bangkok is the topical city that have many temples that be the primary tourist attractions of the city. At times, there seems to be another temple around every corner, and that almost really is the case! The "Top three temples" included on almost every tour of the city are Wat Pra Keo, wat Po and Wat Arun that I think all tourists should go to visit there.

This page lists all of the significant temples of the city, as well as some of the more interesting places that aren't on the main tourist trail. You can book tours to the major temples in advance through our travel partner Viator. Travel in Thailand

1.Grand Palace and Wat Pra Keo


This city landmark should be the first place of any visitor's itinerary. It is a huge compound on Na Phra Lan Road consisting of several buildings with highly decorated architectural designs. Wat Phra Kaeo in the same compound enshrines the Emerald Buddha image, most revered by the Thai people. The complex is open daily from 8.30 a.m. - 3.30 p.m. Admission fee is 125 baht. (including a ticket to Vimanmek Royal Mansion). Proper attire is essential. Travel in Thailand

Wat Pra Keo (Wat Phra Kaeo )


Wat pra Keo or full name called Wat Phra Si Rattanasasadaram, generally called the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is a temple purpose-built to house a Buddha image carved from a large solid piece of green jadite (jasper). Chaophraya Chakri, who went on to become King Rama I, brought the image from Vientiane when he captured the city in 1778. King Rama I built the temple and enshrined the Emerald Buddha there as a symbol of Siam's regained nationhood. The temple does not house any monks. Rather, it is more like the personal chapel of the royal family. travel in Thailand

2.Wat Po(Wat Po )


This temple is actually much older than the city of Bangkok itself. It was founded in the 17th century, making it the oldest temple in Bangkok. The name Wat Po comes from its original name of Wat Potaram. King Rama I, the founder of Bangkok, enlarged the temple, installed many statues and other artefacts recovered from Ayuthaya, and renamed the temple Wat Phra Chetuphon in 1801.

The symbol of this temple is the biggest gold buddha in the temple.

3.Wat Arun(Wat Arun )


It's the star of many a "visit Thailand" poster. Perhaps a better known symbol of Bangkok than the Grand Palace. It's Wat Arun, "the Temple of the Dawn." Unfortunately, being a cover model has its drawbacks, and the temple is probably a little too popular for its own good, but it's still such an outstanding monument that it's worth a visit.

4.Vimanmak Mansion


Vimanmak Mansion is the World's largest golden teakwood mansion with its elaborate architectural style reflecting a western in fluence. This palace was built in the reign of King Rama V in the early 1990's. Travel in Thailand

By the way, the tourist also can visit to the Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall where located in the same area as Vimanmak Mansion.


The Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall was constructed in the Italian Renaissance and Neo Classic style of architecture. The exterior is decorated with marble from Carrara, Italy.
The Throne Hall is a two storey marble construction approximately 49.50m x 112.50m. and 49.50 meters in height, with a large dome in the centre surrounded by six smaller domes.
The construction of the Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall was carried out during the later years of His Majesty King Chulalongkorn's life. He passed away in 1910 and to fulfill the late wish of His Majesty King Vajiravudh (Rama VI), it was finally completed in 1915. The construction took eight years, and the total budget came to 15 million bath.

5.The Ancient City (http://www.ancientcity.com/muangboran/index.htm)

The Ancient City, like a door opened to the cultural in heritage of Siam.It located at Samutprakarn province where just not far from bangkok and transpotation is very convenience ; car ,bus,train.The visitors are able to see the continuity of the history, arts, cultures, religious, thoughts as well as the believes of Thai talents. It shall reflect to Thai fundamentals and the varieties of the cultures on Thai territories.
The historical of Siam will visually be revived at The Ancient City. All the visitors can see and sense by themselves.

6.Chaina town

Bangkok's Chinatown is an old business centre covering a large area around Yaowarat and Charoen Krung Roads. There are many small streets and alleys full of shops and vendors selling all types of shops and vendors selling all types of goods. It has been the main centre for trading by the Chinese since they were moved from their old site some 200 years ago. Nearby Phahurat or Indian market is one of the city's renowned cloth centres.

Be forewarned that the journey should only be undertaken by those who can withstand extended crowd contact as well as the sometimes unpleasant sights and smells of a traditional fresh market. The reward for tolerating this attack on the sense consists of numerous glimpses into the 'real' day-to-day Bangkok, away from the glittering facade of department stores and office buildings along Bangkok's main avenues - not to mention the opportunity for fabulous bargains. (If you plan to buy anything, you'd better bring along either a phrasebook or an interpreter as very little English is spoken in these areas.)

7.Suan Pakkad Palace

Suan Pakkad Palace is located on Si Ayutthaya Road near the Phayathai intersection. This used to be the residence of Princess Chumphot, one of Thailand's leading art collectors. Five traditional Thai houses overlooking a beautifully kept garden display a large collection of Thai arts and antiques.

The traditional Thai buildings which house the Suan Pakkad Palace Collection were erected in 1952 by their Royal Highnesses Prince and Princess Chumbhot of Nagor Svarga. All are old. Some belonged to Prince Chumbhot's ancestors more than a century ago and have been reassembled here to house the exhibits. The first four houses form a group and are connected by a footbridge. Two other houses and the Lacquer Pavilion (right picture) stand a short distance.

8.Snake farm

The snake farm is an attraction in Bangkok for tourists from all parts of the world. It is visited by scientists, educational bodies and distinguished visitors. Different kinds of poisonous snakes found in the country are kept for venom extraction which is demonstrated to the public at scheduled hours. These venomous snakes are brought in alive by snakecatchers who are farmers by profession and they are paid for at prices according to size and species.

Poisonous snakes found in Thailand are Cobra, King Cobra, Banded Krait, Russell's Viper, a few species of Pit Vipers and some species of Sea Snakes.

9.Suan Lum Night Bar Zaar

Suan Lum Night Bazaar is a market in Bangkok's Pathum Wan district, at the intersection of Rama IV and Wireless/Sathorn Roads, opposite Lumphini Park at the Bangkok Metro's Lumpini station. When locals refer to this market in English their pronunciation sounds like "Suan Lum Night Paza". Located on land owned by the Crown Property Bureau, it opened in 2001. The lease on the property ran out in 2006 and the market will reportedly be closed in 2007.
The Night Bazaar is open from 3pm to midnight, with some shops open until later. It has vendors selling gifts, clothing, jewellery, fruit, compact discs, hand-made products and fine arts, such as paintings and sculptures. There is a large beer garden, with an array of food available, and live entertainment. On the other side of the market there is a quieter area with many restaurants offering both inside and outside garden seating.

Joe Louis Puppet Theatre

Joe Louis Puppet Theatre

The Joe Louis Puppet Theatre, the only troupe of Thai theatrical puppeteers in existence, was awarded the "Best Traditional Performance Award" from among competitors from 44 countries over the world, at the 10th World Festival of Puppet Art, held in Prague. If you are an art history fanatic, this is probably something you should definitely visit. This theater stages dramas entirely acted out by puppets accompanied by traditional Thai music. Performances are as unique as they are authentic.

The play is performed by three puppeteers jointly controlling one puppet and all of whom appear on stage with the puppet thereby creating highly animated, life-like movements. This enables the puppet to move or dance gracefully.

The performance is a showcase for Thailand's cultural heritage and reflects the unstinting efforts of the troupe to preserve this exotic art form. The most popular play performed by the Joe Louis puppet troupe is the famous "Ramayana" epic (Ramakien in Thai), regularly performed in Thailand and the countries of South and Southeast Asia.

The theatre opens from 01.00 p.m. to 09.30 p.m. everyday with a daily performance starting at 08.00 p.m.

10.Chatuchak Weekend Market

Chatuchak (or Jatujak) weekend market in Bangkok is the largest market in Thailand, and largest of the world. Frequently called J.J., it covers over 35 acres (1.13 km²) and contains upwards of 15,000 stalls. It is estimated that the market receives between 200,000 and 300,000 visitors each day. Most stalls only open on Saturdays and Sundays.
The market offers a wide variety of products including household items, clothing, Thai handicrafts, religious artifacts, collectibles, foods, and live animals.

Open time

Hours: 08:00 - 18:00 on weekends and Fridays (wholesale day). Plant shops are open Wednesdays and Thursdays too from 07:00 - 18:00.

11.Floating market

The Most Popular Floating Market is The Damnoen Saduak Floating Market is located atDamnoen Saduak District, Ratchaburi Province, just about105 kms from Bangkok. According to history around1866 King Rama IV ordered that a 32 kms long canal be dug at Damnoen Saduak. This canal would connect the Mae Klong River with the Tacheen River. The excellent quality soil beside the canal is very fertileand suitable for growing many kinds of fruits and vegetables.The area is famous for Malacca grape, Chinese grapefruit,mangoes, bananas, and coconut.

The Damnoen Saduak Floating Market is a very attractiveplace for tourists to see the old style and traditional way of selling and buying fruits, vegetables, etc., from small boats. Tourists will also see traditional Thai houses, the way they live and travel by boats, and please try riding on a small boat to experience the floating market and to see more. This is a worthwhile trip.

How To Get There :Travel from Bangkok via Thonburi-Paktoh Highway to Samut Songkhram Town. Follow the sign to Damnoen Saduak (Highway No.325).

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Chiang Mai

Chaing Mai

I selected to introduce you about Chiang Mai at the first because Chiang Mai is the once of popular province for tourist and Chiang is the once of famous travel place in Thailand, and my family also live in Chiang Mai, So I think I known well about Chiang Mai.

Chiang Mai is a beautiful city with a long history and very old traditions. It is famous for the beauty, culture, natural sceneries, and gentle nature of its people. Now considered the cultural center of the North, and it is the second largestmetropolis in the country,.

Chiang Mai is the second capital of Thailand (The first one is Bangkok) , Chiang Mai is Located on a plain surrounded by mountains, surrounded by lush countryside, and with a cosmopolitan air and a significant expat population, it is much greener and quieter than Bangkok, factors which have led many from Bangkok to settle permanently in this "Rose of the North".

Chiang Mai's historical centre is the walled city (chiang in Thai, hence Chiang Mai - "New Walled City"). Sections of the wall remain at the gates and corners, but of the rest only the moat remains.

Inside Chiang Mai's remaining city walls are more than 30 temples dating back to the founding of the principality, in a combination of Burmese, Sri Lankan and Lanna Thai styles, decorated with beautiful wood carvings, Naga staircases, leonine and angelic guardians, gilded umbrellas and pagodas laced with gold filigree. The most famous is Doi Suthep, which overlooks the city from a 1,050 m (3,500 ft) mountain top 13 km away.

Modern-day Chiang Mai has expanded in all directions, but particularly to the east towards the Ping River (Mae Nam Ping), where Thanon Chang Klan, the famous Night Bazaar and the bulk of Chiang Mai's hotels and guesthouses are located. The locals say you've not experienced Chiang Mai until you've seen the view from Doi Suthep, eaten a bowl of kao soi, and purchased an umbrella from Bo Sang.

I think Chiang Mai is the once place that tourist should go to travel , I regret to the tourists who travelled to Thailand but did not go to Chiang Mai because they had lose opportunity for more wonderful memory in Thailand. So If you come to Thailand "Welcome to Chiangmai".

The famous travel spot in Chiang Mai

1. Doi Suthep - Good spot for see Chiang Mai view
This magnificent temple is famous for its large gold-plated chedi, visible from the city on a good clear day.Because it located on a 1676 high mountain and close to the city so it is the good point for seeing Chiang Mai view. Although Wat Doi Suthep is the most recently built of the temples dating from the Lanna Thai period, it is the symbol of Chiang Mai.

Entrance to the temple is free for those who wish to climb the 300-plus steps; alternatively, there's a cable car with a 50 baht fare for foreigners.

Clearly marked songthaews(Taxi) to Doi Suthep leave from Pratu Chang Phuak, passing Chiang Mai University and the zoo on the way. Prices are fixed at 40 baht up and 30 baht down;(Now may be a little changed) the drivers wait until they have sufficient (up to 8) passengers before they depart. The trip takes about 30 minutes one way. Alternatively, the 12kms (often up hill) journey can be made by motorcycle.

2. Chiang Mai Night Safari (The Biggest Night zoo)


Chiangmai night Safari features the Lanna Village buildings in a fusion of African and Lanna styles. The entrance hosts the Chiangmai night Safari souvenir shop, the local village handicraft shop, the multi-purpose terrace, the photo corner and the food court. For a great release for children they have fun avoiding the wet zones that spring up everywhere in the area of the Fun Plaza. As well, you can enjoy the spectacular lights and fountains moving to the rhythm of the music ,specially in night time it is very beautiful I had seen the dancing light and I love its so much.(I think you should arrive there about 6 pm.)

Visiting the Jaguar Trail exhibition zone, tourists can have a relaxing walk through the 1.2-kms distance taking time about 1/2 ~ 1 hour and it is available both day and night time. For the Savanna Safari and Predator Prowl, the tourists have to get the reserved tram provided at the separated station into the zone only on night time. A ticket is possible for all the allowed zones.

3. Elephant Park ("Pang Chang Mae Sa" - Amazing Thailand)




Chiang Mai have many Elephant Park , but the one that I suggest to you is "Pang Chiang Mae Sa" because it is the biggest park that have many elephant , also have many kinds of elephant shows and I was very impressed with all shows.

In this place I think you will enjoy with the beautiful natural by riding an elephant and you will surprise with their capability that you never seen such as football and drawing .

4. Night Bazarr

Night Barzarr is the big shopping street and center that start from evening until midnight of everyday. This shopping place have more than 100 shops and have many kinds of products,also have big food center and this place is very famous for foreigner maybe because its have many kinds of products that not only from Thai , it also included many famous foreign brand .

5.Sunday Walking Street


This is the news for Chiang Mai called " Walking Street" that will open on only sunday and start from midday to midnight. I present to everyone who will come to Chiang Mai should go to this place because it is the most famous shopping place in Chiang Mai that you can find every products at there . Walking street is open only on Sunday ,batween midday to midnight , you can walk and see the products from more than 100 shops that open in the both side along the street, almost of products in this place are handmade and made in Chiang Mai , I think it is very attractive to tourist.

Because of the long street , the tourist can enjoy with shopping from many shops (fair price)all the night and can relax with foot massage service that also have general in this place with the cheap price .

6. Wa-Ro-Rod market


This is the biggest market in Chiang Mai that Chiang Mai people called "Ta-Lad Wa-Ro-Rod", this market have many kinds of original Thai food , fruits , and Thai suit. I think it`s very interesting for the tourist who want to see Thai culture because you can enjoy eating with many kinds of Thai food and fruits at there that I confirm that all food in this market are sell in fair price.This market is start from the early morning.

7. "Bor Sang" Village

This village is well-known as the best umbrella producer in Thailand that produces a unique-style umbrella, this umbrella is called “Rom Bor Sang”. Bor Sang umbrella is made from colorful sa paper and eventually painted by a skillful painter to provide the exquisite and unique handicraft. Not only the umbrella, you can also do further shopping in this village with other charm handicrafts, such as antiques, wooden items, lacquerware and silks. The nearby Sankampaeng area also offers the same kind of products like Bor Sang Village.

8. Hot mineral Water Pond(Fang Hot Spring)

Famous of a local Chiang mai food

1. Khao Soi

"Khao Soi" is the spicy curry noodle , it is the original food of Thai Nothern.
You can delicious with crunchy egg noodles, fried crisp for a contrast in texture to the tender noodles and smooth, sunny-colored sauce in the coconut soup.

The famous restaurant that I suggest you to go is "Khao Soi Pha Ham" because it is the famous and oldest restaurant in Chiang Mai that everyone known and not so far from the cities. Beside the Khao Soi ,this reataurant also have another food that I would like to suggest you such as "Moo- Sa-Tae"

"Moo- Sa- tae" ---Moo is pork and "SA TAE" is a roast of something with mixing of curry power and coconut milk. Yeah, if you like coconut milk and curry, I think it's very impression. They always serve with red onion, vinegar and cucumber. these will be mixed together and we called "A-JAD" . its tastes is spicy, sour and sweet plus the smell of red onion.

2. Kanom Jeen Nam Ngeaw

"Kanom Jeen" is rice noodle and "Nam Ngeaw" is spicy soup of Northern style. The main ingredients of soup are spicies Thai herbs and tomatoes. This food you also can find at the "Khao Soi Pha Ham" restaurent same as above food.

3."Cab Moo" and "Nam Prik Nhum"

"Cab Moo" is Fried pork skin or prok crackling and "Nam prik Nhum" is Northern-style of chilli paste which is made of green chilli and red onion .It is usually eaten with boiled vegetables with sticky rice .

4. "Nam Prik Ong"

"Nam Prik Ong" is the once of chili paste which is made of minced pork and tomatoes and it is also usually eaten with boiled vegetables and sticky rice .

5. "Sai Uwar"

"Sai Uwar" is a local Chiang Mai sausage that is made of minced pork and many kinds of Thai herbs which made it is very aromatic and spicy.

6. "Nham See Khrong"



"Nam" is made of pork and its main test is sour , it is the once popular of Chiang Mai food.
You can test this food in almost of restaurant in Chiang Mai.

7."Kaeng Hang-le"

Kaeng hang-le is the northern style pork curry which made of pork and many Thai herbs in curry test.

Famous Restaurant

1. Good View Bar&restaurant (5 stars)
(http://www.goodview.co.th/2006/home/home.php)

This is very famous restaurant in Chiang mai, It is the good combination between Thai and Western and it located close to the "Rim Ping" river ,you can enjoy eating with many kinds of Food; Thai, European,Japanese, and enjoy with very good music both Thai and internatianal. The famous food in this restaurant that I suggest to you is DEEP FRIED PORK’S KNUCKLE.


2.The Reverside Bar&Restaurant (5 stars)(http://www.theriversidechiangmai.com/index_original.php)

This restaurant is also the famous restaurant that located close to Rim Ping river(opposite to the Good View restaurant) and its style also combination between Thai & Western.

3."Tam Thai Gai Yang" restaurant


This restaurant is located in the city of Chiang Mai that close to "Chiang Mai Ram" hospital(near "Kad Suan Keaw" department store). The main and famous dish in this restaurant is "Som tam" (papaya salad)that be the Thai famous food.The main ingredient is grated, green papaya, seasoned and pounded to a softened state in a mortar.The dish combines the four main tastes Thai cuisine: sour lime, hot chilli, salty fish sauce, and sweetness added by palm sugar.

"Gai yang" is grilled chicken , the chicken is seasoned with a lot of spices such as salt, msg, oyster sauce, or hoisen sauce, then garnished with lemon grass and hot chili peppers before grilling. It is usually eaten with sticky rice and spicy laotian somtam.

4. "Khao Soi Lam Duan-Pha Ham" restaurant


Khao Soi Lam Duan reataurant is the famous restaurant for Chiang Mai noodle that I suggest the tousist to visit there ,you can see the detail of "Khao Soi" on above content.

Chiang Mai have many famous restaurants , As above I just suggested you only some restaurants that very famous and I think the tourist should visit there.

5.Old Chiangmai Cultural Center(Dinning)http://www.oldchiangmai.com/


At the old Chiangmai Cultural center the tourist will enjoy a serene evening three-hours experience of the exotic Khantoke dinner(original dinner style) and enjoy eating with original chiangmai food , stage performances and hilltribes shows known as Lanna Thai, the region of elegance.

Among the more obvious 'must' sights to visit but no visit to Chiangmai is complete without spending an evening at Old Chiangmai Cultural Center.

6.Khum Khan Toke http://www.khumkhantoke.net/





This restaurant the tourist also can enjoy dinner with Khantoke dinner and enjoy with many Chiangmai show

Famous Hotel

Chiang Mai is the city that have many restaurants and hotels , but the hotel that I suggest you to visit is Amari Rincome hotel ( from Amari group) , it is very convenience and located in Chiang Mai city on the most famous road that you can find every thing there which many restaurants and shopping center so I think you easy going everyehere from there .

Amari Rincome Hotel, just ten minutes from Chiang Mai Airport, is perfectly situated for exploring Chiang Mai city or for day-trips into the northern highlands. 10 mins from Chiang Mai Airport , 20 mins from Chiang Mai Railway Station, 30 mins to Doi Suthep Temple 15 min. from Night Barzarr , 5 min. from Kad Suan Keaw Shopping Centre, 10 min. from Chiang Mai Zoo , 10 min. from Chiang Mai University , 30 min. to Elephant Park.

By the way the tourist feel warm and safety because this hotel is near as police station, please click to see more information and booking this hotel in the advertisment on this blog.

Transportation in Chiangmai

1.Chiangmai International Airport
It is very easy for tourist who want to come to Chiangmai ,travelling from Bangkok to Chiangmai by airplane just takes about one hour. Chiangmai airport is very conveniently located, and it is a modern airport with many kinds offacilities provided. At the airport there are many shops and a large restaurant on the departure floor.The Chiangmai airport is very near from the city.

At the airport has many kinds of car service for tourist, White bus , Song taew (red taxi) ,yellow taxi and airport taxi service,for airport taxi service you can contact at the airport courter service but I not suggets you to use service of the airport taxi because its service price is big different from another service.

Travelling by car from the airport just take about 3 minutes arrive to "Robinson Chiangmai" the biggest department store in Chiangmai and from the airport to Chiangmai city just only about 10 minutes .

2.Song thaew

The most common type of public transportation has to be the "song thaew". Named for the two benches found in the rear passenger area, the song thaew is a pickup truck converted for carrying passengers and some cargo.Tourists can see Song thaew around chiangmai , they are in vivid colours and look like small pick-up with a roof. Tell the destination to the driver and negotiate the price before getting on.

3.Tuk Tuk
Three-wheeled taxis (tuk tuks) ,it is also the common type of public transportation in Chiangmai. It is available around the town. It is very enjoy for tourist to see view in Chiangmi with Tuk Tuk. Tell the destination to the driver and negotiate the price before getting on.
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