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Capital: Bangkok
National Language: Thai
Population: 66,720,153
Currency: Baht (TBH)
Motto: "Nation, Religions, King!"
1. Ko Phi Phi
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Ko Phi Phi is a group of small islands located in Krabi Province, Southern Thailand. Ko Phi Phi Don is the largest and the most populated among the group. The island are beautiful and easily accessible by anyone. These island are: Ko Phi Phi Don, Ko Phi Phi Leh, Ko Mai Phai, Ko Yung, Bida Nok and Bida Nai.
2. Railay Beach
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Railay Beach also known as Rai leh is a small peninsula located between Krabi City and Au Nang, Thailand. This destination is very popular because of the beautiful beaches and relaxing atmosphere. It is only accessible by boat due to high limestone cliffs cutting off the access to the mainland. Includes are resorts, restaurants, and shops that can be seen around the streets.
3. Koh Tao
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Koh Tao "Turtle Island", is an island that forms part of the Chumphon Archipelago located on the western shore of the Golf of Thailand. The island is very famous for scuba diving and snorkeling, as well as hiking, rock climbing, and bouldering. Tourism is the center of the island's economy.
4. Phang nga Bay
Wikimedia/Deror Avi |
Phang Nga Bay is a 400km bay located in the Strait of Malacca between the island of Phuket and the mainland of the Malay peninsula. Limestone cliffs with caves, collapse cave systems, and archaeological sites are found about Phang Nga Bay.
5. The Grand Palace Bangkok
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The Grand Palace of Bangkok is the city's most famous landmark. It was built in 1782 and has been the official residence of the Kings of Siam (Thailand). The Grand Palace is made up of numerous buildings, halls, pavilion set around open lawns, gardens and courtyards. At present, the palace is used for official events.
6. Chiang Mai Night Bazaar
Flickr/Filipe Fortes |
Chiang Mai Night Bazaar is a popular spot to spend in evening from around 6pm in the streets. A great bargain shopping on cheap brand name goods as well as local items. It is a popular tourist attraction of the country.
7. Pai
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Pai is a small town in Mae Hong Son Province, northern Thailand. It is near the Myanmar border. It lies along the Pie River.
8. Khao Yai National Park
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Khao Yai National Park is the third largest park in Thailand. It lies in Nakhon Ratchasima Province, Saraburi, Prachinburi and Nakhon Nayok Provinces. There are thousands species of plants and birds, and mammals. There's also waterfalls in the area that was used in the film The Beach.
9. Ayuthaya
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Ayutthaya is the capital city of Ayutthaya Province. It was founded by King U Thong on 1350 who just went there to escaped smallpox outbreak in Lop Buri. He then proclaimed it the capital of his kingdom. Ayutthaya become the 2nd Siamese capital after Sukhothai. It was destroyed by the Burmese in the 18th century. It remains, characterized by the prang and gigantic monasteries give an idea of its past splendour.
10. Floating Markets
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Damnoen Saduak Floating Market serves as a tourist attraction and major tourist destination located in Ratchaburi, Thailand. It is where goods are solds from boats. It is an old traditional way of selling fruits and vegetables.