Thailand is the perfect tourist destination for nature lovers, shopping lovers and for the followers of Buddhism. Thailand is all these teemed together and much more. Situated in the heart of South East Asia, Thailand has some of the best Buddhist temples, which offer peace, serenity and tranquility.
The Grand Palace and the Emerald Buddha
The temples and monasteries of Thailand date back to a few hundred years. The Emerald Buddha Temple is one of the most sacred sites in Thailand and requires visitors to be properly dressed before they can enter the holy place. The Jade statue of the Lord, which is elevated off the ground is a visual treat for visitiors. This temple occupies just one corner of the court of the grand Palace.
Magnificent Bangkok
You must be out of your mind, if you visit Thailand and leave without visiting Bangkok. The capital of Thailand has everything that a tourist can dream of. Shopping plazas, Temples, Museums, Hotels offering exquisite Thai food, Islands, Beaches, Tall high-rises and a sprawling nightlife, Bangkok has it all. Be it the largest building in the world to be made of Teak wood, in Vinmanmek Teak Mansion, or the 46 meter long statue of reclining Buddha in the Wat Pho temple, you will never ceased to be stunned by the beauty of Thailand.
Shopping enthusiasts can head off to Siam Square, which is one of the most popular shopper’s destinations in Thailand. Ma Boon Krong and Siam Center are two of the biggest shopping centers here. You can spend an entire day here and yet comeback unsatisfied. There are so many restaurants, theatres and shops to keep you busy. Thailand also has cheap roadside shopping opportunities for tourists who do not wish to blow away much money on shopping.
For Nature Lovers
Nature lovers can head straight to the Ko Chang national park that has many activities. Apart from the wildlife, tourists can also pursue diving, snorkeling or elephant riding over here. The place usually overflows with tourists all the time. Beach lovers can head off to Pataya, which is a pretty serene beach. It is located just 150 kms away from Bangkok.
Go discover Thailand!!
By: Barney Garcia
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November 13th, 2009Thailand Hotels: Living in Comfort in Thailand
September 26th, 2009Thailand is among the famous tourist destinations in South-East Asia. Bordered by Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia and Malaysia, Thailand is known for its fascinating culture and great pristine beaches. Globetrotters from various parts of the world come to Thailand to discover Asia at its best. To offer quality accommodation to travelers, large number of Thailand hotels has come up in every big and small city.
Accommodation
There are various categories of Thailand hotels ranging from luxury hotels to budget hotels and from deluxe hotels to mid-range hotels. Most of the hotels in Thailand are concentrated in tourist areas like Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Hat Yai Kanchanaburi, Pattaya, Sukhothai, and Surat Thani.
The main attraction of Thailand is its beaches. So, you are sure to find large number of Thailand hotels and resorts in the islands and beaches of the country. If you want to spend your vacation in Ko Chang Island in the midst of serene surroundings you can stay in Alina Grande Resort, Independent Bo Bungalows KC Grande Resort, and Koh Chang Kacha Resort & Spa. In Krabi you can put up in Nadivana Serviced Apartments, Phanom Bencha Mountain Resort and others
If you are planning to visit Bangkok you can stay either in the luxury hotels or budget hotels depending on your choice. There are several hotels on Sukhumvit Road and Khao San Road. Sukhumvit Road is a home to budget hotels. Shangri – La Hotel Bangkok is a luxury hotel of the city where you can enjoy unrestrained lavishness. The Bangkok hotels offer easy reach to Suvarnabhumi Airport and tourist places like Wat Arun and The Grand Palace.
Chiang Mai with its mountains and lush countryside also welcomes tourist all throughout the year. Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai and Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi are the luxurious hotels of the city. There are also mid-range and budget hotel in Chiang Mai like Central Duangtawan Hotel and Backpacker House.
By: amit pandey
