Places of interest in Thailand

Visiting the Land Of White Elephants

Thailand has garnered the acclaim of South-East Asia's most popular travel destination because of a number of reasons. The country is a collage of animated scenes that comprises hill tribes selling handicrafts, bustling modern cities crowded with motorbikes and tuk-tuks, lush landscapes dotted with traditional farming villages, Buddhist temples tended by orange-robed monks, ancient ruins and stunning coastlines peppered with blue lagoons and gorgeous beaches. Such a captivating portrait makes Thailand a hot spot for the avid travelers. It gets its name from '' Thai", which is Tai word for '' free ''. The '' Thai '' identity was formed in the late 13 th century at Sukhothai. Thailand is a modern democratic country. There are many interesting spots, which one might visit while making a trip to the Land of White Elephants.

• Bangkok: Thailand’s capital and by far the largest city in the country, Bangkok, is a buzzing cosmopolitan, comprising of magnificent palaces, glittering nightclubs, high rise skyscrapers, bustling markets and streets lined with vendors hawking souvenirs and tantalizing foods, ancient temples, majestic porcelain-laid spire, golden palaces, floating markets, etc. The Temple of Dawn and Museum Of Contemporary Art should not be missed when in Bangkok. Thailand's capital is split into 50 unique districts. While the city is sometimes described as a concrete jungle jam-packed with noisy traffic and air pollution, the city is not deprived of its natural beauty that is seen in its green spaces, flowering tropical plants and scenic canals.
• Chiang Mai Market: Chiang Mai is one of the top Thailand attractions. The famous Night Bazaar sprawls with buildings and temple grounds along with several city blocks along footpaths. It has arts, imported products of all descriptions, and a number of large displays of clothing, handicrafts, and well-appointed modern shopping centers. Earlier, the market was owned by Chinese merchants. It is a flourishing city often used as a base among both backpackers and tourists, wishing to explore the hill tribes and various landscapes. In the city’s center, the remains of ancient walls embrace more than s30 temples. Limber travelers have the privilege to climb 300 stairs to Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep, a baroque Buddhist temple in the hills.
• Pattaya: A visit to Pattaya is a wonderful way to explore the beaches along the Gulf of Thailand. The relaxing Jomtien Beach is a hot spot for a variety of water sports, to be enjoyed with family or friends. The giant Buddha of Wat Khao Phra Bat keeps watch over the city. The wooden Wang Boran Sanctuary of Truth and Flight of the Gibbon pays homage to Buddhist and Hindu art and architecture.