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With several sights to see and surprises to offer
Thailand could be one of the best locations you should not miss to visit. Culture
beaches
people
and heritage sites are some of the things you can expect when you travel to Thailand.

Bangkok – Traveling Thailand wound not be complete without visiting Bangkok. As the nation’s capital with an estimated population of over 10 million (including the neighboring provinces)
this city is by far the largest in the country. The city is divided into 50 districts or khet but for tourists and those who are new in the place
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divisions would be more useful. These are Ratchadaphisek in the northeast section of the city
Sukhamvit in the southeast
Silom in the south
Thonburi in the west
Rattanakosin in the central north
and Phahanyothin in the north. The whole Bangkok district would give you a diverse taste of culture
history
religion
modernity
and fast-phase life. You can actually witness how all these blend together to comprise the whole Bangkok package. Buddhist temples
historical museums
towering buildings
contemporary restaurants and hotels
shopping centers
canals and rivers
and food make Bangkok a one of a kind city in Southeast Asia.

Phuket – Down south
Phuket features magnificent beaches
tropical sunsets
white sands
blue seas
and breathtaking sceneries. No wonder it is the most popular vacation destination in Asia beating every beaches of the neighboring countries. It has several beaches like Kata Beach
Karon Beach
Patong Beach
Kamala Beach
and Surin Beach. The island showcases several water sports and activities including parasailing
jet-skiing
and scuba diving. By day
Phuket is alive with beachgoers and shoppers and by night
lights
sounds
and party people dominate the whole island.

Chiang Mai – The second largest city in Thailand with an estimated population of more than 200
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This city located in the northern part of the country offers greener and quieter city. Chiang Mai’s tourism is becoming more and more popular and permanently settling at this city is very common. When you travel Thailand and visit Chiang Mai
you surely would want to see museums such as Hilltribe Research Institute Museum and the Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Center. With religion and history enriching the city
you can see several Buddhist temples such as Wat Chiang Mun
Wat Chiang Mun
Wat Phra Singh
Wat Oo-Mong
Wat Phra Jao Mengrai
Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep
and Wat Chedi Luang. The oldest temple dates back in the 11th century. Chiang Mai features attractions such as Chiang Mai Flower Festival in February
Bo Sang Umbrella & Sankampang Handicrafts Festival in January
The 2nd Orchid Fair also in January
and the Loi Krathong Festival usually falls in November.

Pattaya – Located 150 km. north of Bangkok
Pattaya is one of the most popular tourist destinations
which offers great beaches
beer and go-go bars
and a wide array of sport activities. Visit Pattaya when you travel Thailand is a must. Although it is the most overdeveloped part of the country in terms of tourism
prices in Pattaya still remains with reach. In fact
prices of foods
accommodation
and transportations are very affordable.

Krabi – In a small province of Krabi lies a small town with the same name. Paying a visit Krabi town when you travel Thailand is worth the time. Located south of Bangkok near Phuket and Phi Phi island
the town features great beaches along with high end hotels and not so expensive hotel that cater tourists of different classes.