Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden
Established in the lush mountains of Doi Pui-Suthep on the Mae Rim-Samoeng road, this spectacular gardens could not be in a more splendid setting.…
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Mae Kok River
The Kok River is one of the most scenic attractions in Chiang Rai. It runs from Thathon in northern Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai…
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Previously called Wat Chantalok after the huge red “chan” tree once grown here, this is where the founding city pillar is located. However, during…
Read storyLaan Tong Mekong Basin Cultural Park
About 36km north of Chiang Rai is the privately owned Laan Tong Cultural Park – a recreational park of the provincial kind. Its main…
Read storyErawan Shrine
The Erawan Shrine is a Hindu shrine in Bangkok, Thailand that houses a statue of four-faced Brahma. A popular tourist attraction, it often features…
Read storyWat Sa Ket and The Golden Mount
This landmark, on the only hill in Bangkok, is of great significance for all followers of The Lord Buddha. 320 stairs take you up…
Read storySanti Chai Prakan Pavilion and Public Park
The Park is on Phra Athit Road on the bank of the Chao Phraya River. It was constructed near Phra Sumen Fort under the…
Read storyTHAILAND POLITICS & GOVERNMENT
THAILAND POLITICS & GOVERNMENT Since the political reform of the absolute monarchy in 1932, Thailand has had 17 constitutions and charters. Throughout this time,…
Read storyTHE OVERVIEW OF THAILAND HISTORY
THE BRIEF HISTORY OF THAILAND Thailand means “land of the free”, and throughout its 800-year history, Thailand can boast the distinction of being the…
Read storyTHE RETURN OF PHIBUN AND THE MILITARY
THE RETURN OF PHIBUN AND THE MILITARY FORCE IN THAILAND As a result of Pridi’s fall from grace and the manner in which…
Read storyKu Suan Taeng
This khmer sanctuary at Ban Don Wai can be reached by using the Buriram-Phayakkhaphum Phisai road (Highway No. 219) for 70 kilometres, then left…
Read storyBuddhamonthon
This is an old religious site built by the government and the people to commemorate the 2500th year of the existence of Buddhism. Accessible…
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