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The Northern Region
The North is the most mountainous region in the kingdom of Thailand. It is the land of valleys, forests and hill that offer some of the most dramatic scenery in the country.
Geographically the area has limestone mountain, precipitous rocks and numerous rivers that run across the spectacular landscape. The region is also
renowned for its scenic waterfalls and caves.
The region is the home of Thailand 's earliest civilization and is most famous for its beautiful women, hospitable
and courteous people as well as many sites of archaeological and cultural interest. It is home to Thailand 's many
colorful hill-tribe peoples. Around ChiangMai, Chiang Rai , Mae Hong Son, districts.
There are 1 million Hill Tribes Population in Thailand and around 400000 Tribal Population around Northern Thailand such as Karen, Mhong, Lisu, Lahu, Lawa, Shan.
Due to abundant natural resources the region offer variety of Nature-base activities white water rafting, Trekking, Elephant Back rides, 4-wheels safari. In addition the boom of tourism has also transformed the region into a destination for
healthy activities.
Visitors can enjoy traditional Thai massage, herbal, health Spa and the region bordering the
territories of Burma and Laos
Provides the natural gateway to explore the country in the Mae Khong Basin. It is one of the factors that draw tourists to the Region.
Chiang Mai
ChiangMai is a city built on the roots of a traditional heritage of the ancient Lanna Kingdom that dig deep into the soil of time Named " Rose Of The North " for the abundance of flowers that thrive in the cooler mountain climate it has grown from its origins as a Lanna Capital to become a city representative of modern Thai Culture with a beautiful cultural personality of its own.
Today ChiangMai is the second largest city after Bangkok and it serves as the country ' s Northern Capital. The province is the favorite destination from which to explore thee entire northern Region.
Blessed with much majestic beauty in nature ChiangMai Has various significant
place of nature and cultural interested. Some of which include Doi Inthanon national Park which is the highest peak in Thailnad. It provide s trekking
opportunities amid wonderful scenery Plummeting waterfalls
and a great variety of Birds 's life.
For Cultural attraction.
Doi Suthep mountain that looms over the town situated a highly - reserved temple at its
peak. The sight offer superb views of the surrounding countryside. The magnificent
Wat Prasingh is famous for its Lanna - Style architecture, beautiful wood craving and superb mural paintings.
Chiang Mai Offers a wealth of shopping opportunities especially for handicraft goods for its people are well known for unparalleled folk wisdom and skillful artisans. The streets of ChiangMai have many crafts and souvenir shops. Center of shopping is the bustling Night Market which offers an amazing variety of goods for sale such as wood craving, clothes, hill tribes Products and more....
Tourist can visit Borsang - Sankampaeng nearby for it s wonderful painted umbrellas and fans or see the
exquisite lacquarwaer.
Infect shopping furiously at such the huge night Market are reason enough to come to
ChiangMai. Along with all this a wide variety of accommodations, restaurants, entertainment all help to make ChiangMai one of the Thailand 's prime tourist attractions.
Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai is located at the northern trip of Thailand in the very heart of the legendary Golden Triangle
the area where the borders of Thailand -Burma- Laos converge. Built on a mountain plan alongside the Mae KOK RIVER .
Chiang Rai has a wealth of historical interest that goes back to the Lanna
late 13th century. It was the first capital of the Lanna Kingdom Thai ruled the whole of the north of Thailand, part of Burma, Laos and south of China.
It also has many natural attractions for visitors to enjoy and explore The province is best recognized for its scenic views, exotic hill tribes and exiting river boat trip
The Most famous place of interest in Chiang Rai are Doi Thung Located in the further
north of the province Not only offer the great scenic views from the elevated 2000 meters above the sea level, it is olso the place where tourists are lured to see "
Doi Thung Palace " the
royal residence of well beloved late Princess Mother as well as the beautiful
" Mae Fah Luang " garden
It is also located " Phra That Doi Thung " the holy relic that draws devout Buddhists from as far as Laos and Burma for annual worshipping.
The Province also provides an idea gateway into Laos at Chiang Khong. And for historical
enthusiast, the tranquil ancient town of Chiang Saen is a place worth a visit for tourists to Chiang Rai.
Mae Hong Son
Mae Hong Son Lies amidst the beautiful mountainous peaks, valleys and endless forests that secluded from the other part of Thailand. Mae Hong Son is
often described as the country 's very own
Shangri-La, a peaceful town with a rich mixture of Thai and Burmese culture. Burma has had quite a strong influence on the people because of the long border that the two countries share. The influence of
Burma can be seen in the temple architecture and certain festivals in Mae Hong Son.
The famous Poi Sang Long festival has reflected the influence of Burma on this little enchanting town.
The city is covered with the mist all year long so it gains to nickname of " The City of the mists " from the fact that it has dewy mist in the winter ( November to End of January )
also forest fire mist in the summer and rainy mist in the rainy season.
The best time to visit Mae Hong Son is during the cold misty period ( November to January ) when
Buathong blooms and provides its visitors with the sight of an amazing colored carpet covering the hill sides from miles . Only 11 KM away is the deep virgin forest of
Mae Surin National Park in which stand the spectacular Mae Surin
waterfall, one of Thailand 's highest cascades. For vacationers who are infatuated with adventures such as rafting and trekking,
Pai District of Mae Hong Son is
definitely the right destination making your experience of Mae Hong Son Memory never to be forgotten.
Southern Thailand
Heading out for the south If the sea, sand and sun can turn you on. You could visit the south, beginning at Hua Hin to Similan Island for a hundred holidays and have a
totally differ experience each time
The Charming destination in Southern Thailand is easily divided between the gulf coast of Thailand , also sometimes
mentioned as the East Coast and the Andaman Sea or the West Coast
Broadly speaking the destinations Andaman Sea, such as Surin Island ,
Similan Island and of course, Phuket Island , will ring the bell when it come to local tourists But stunning beauty
of southern Island comes with expensive cost and take so much effort The east Coast 's destination like
Cha-am Beach, Hua Hin Beach and even Samui Island remains popular among the local
tourists like what they had been for more than100 years.
Prachuab Kirikhan & Hua Hin
Located on the East Coastal province of Prachuab Kirikhan, about 200 KMS South
direction from Bangkok. Hua Hin has been Thailand 's Classic
beach destination more than 80 Years. It was King Rama 5 Th brought the new light to the remote Hua Hin beach when he built
Klai Klai Won Palace in 1920s. Palace has been serving as majesty 's summer retreat for King and Royal Family.
Hua Hin has to become a popular vacation spot for the elite and bigwig family in Bangkok who want to capture the
sweet from nostalgia. Unlike Pattaya , country 's favorite beachside resort on the gulf of Thailand, Hua Hin offers a quieter, more
relived and laid-back vacation. it is a country 's best family destination,
providing a nice and easy escape from the modern living over the weekend. Hua Hin also provides Southeast Asian's best gold holiday Hua Hin beach is an impressive length of wide, white sand and clean water with long rows of colorful beach umbrellas. You can hire horse for a short riding along the beach
Koh Samui
Koh Samui
Setting bout 80 KMS off Surathanee Province. Samui Island is Thailand third largest Island after
Koh Chang and Koh Phuket
The Island is surrounded by these 80 small Islands like Koh Pha ngan,
Koh Ta loy, Koh Ta Pao.
Chaweng beach offering the longest strip in the island. Broadly speaking, this 6 kms long curving beach is the heart of Samui island. Chaweng is your ideal beach. Plenty of island's best hotel together with an endless number of bungalows, beach bars, restaurants and small shopping malls. It 's the most popular
destination for the visitors to the island.
Also Chaweng is perfect setting for real action from the water sports. Windsurf, catamaran dingy, jet ski, water ski and parasailing are always at your service around the hotels and resorts.
After the sun went down over Ao Chon Klam, the west side of Samui, Chaweng offer a splendid nightlife from various choice of entertainment. A good choice of music
venues ranges from traditional Thai to jazz, rock to reggae, Many of them open from dust till down.
Lamai Beach
Lamai Beach is now being on the transportation from the entertainment
venues to health tourism center. A number of healing centers and spas have risen up around the northern stretch and this area in know as " Longevity Beach " The west side of island offers a few scenic sea views with stony beaches or too flat
for swimming. To the travelers who love the beautiful beach but hate the crowd, they can find some nice place in
Borphood Beach in the far north of the island. Peaceful and quiet and the string of small budget
bungalows hidden under the coconut canopy might be the bonus. If paying cheap will let you down, there are numbers
upscale hotels and resorts available around Big Buddha beach.
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