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Thailand 's Tourist Attractions
Variety is indeed the spice of life in Thailand. Bangkok, the
capital city, can puzzle visitors with its hectic pace of life. But a short drive away, the tranquil
charm of rural towns awaits. From the golden spires of temples to the majestic ruins of ancient capitals,
from the capital’s high-rise edifices to the simple houses of country villagers, there is no shortage of
choice. Thailand’s miraculous combination of respect for the past with zest for the new and a joy in
today’s pleasures guarantees visitors the most enjoyable travel experience. But if you are looking for something exotic, would like to experience
the charm of the Orient, plenty of things await in Thailand. Whether you are enthusiastic for arts and
culture, nature, sports, entertainment, shopping, or whatever, Thailand has plenty to offer.
For pure holiday-making magic, Thailand's islands and beaches
are working definitions of heaven. And as for urban delights, the huge metropolis of Bangkok, although
it can alarm with its chaos and its scale, tends to so charm visitors with its energy and cultural treasures. |
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Wat Phra Kaeo
Wat Pho
Wat Arun
Wat Benchamabophit
Chakri Maha
Human Imagery
National Museum
Vimanmek Mansion
Prasat
Museum
Hun Lakhonlek
Snake Farm
Ko Kret
Phuttha Monthon
Sampran Elephant
Muang Boran
Samutprakan Crocodile
Floating Market
Ground & Zoo
Farm & Zoo
Ayutthaya (76 km from Bangkok), the old capital from 1350 to 1767,
is today visited chiefly as a historical site, especially the ancient ruins left by the Burmese invasion of 1767. Bang Pa-in Palace, and Bang Sai Folk Arts and Crafts
Centre are places recommended for inclusion in a one-day tour.
Kanchanaburi (128 km), a good place for nature lovers, where they can raft down the stream watching enchanting scenery.
The Death Railway and the Bridge over the River Kwai are also located here. On a trip to Saraburi (107 km), Buddhists should not fail to pay homage to the Buddha's Footprint there.
Lop Buri (153 km) is famous for shrines in the Khmer style, the remains of King Narai's palaces of the 17th century, and the sunflower fields.
Nakhon Pathom (56 km) is the town that boasts the tallest Buddhist pagoda both in Thailand and in the world.
Phetchaburi (123 km) has many tourist attractions, including the famous Cha-am beach and many other beaches, scenic mountains, limestone caves, historical sites, and ancient
temples. Prachuap Khiri Khan (281 km) is well known for the Klai Kangwon Palace, a summer palace of the King and the Royal Family, the oldest beach resort, Hua Hin, and Khao
Samroi Yot National Park.
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