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About Thailand
Thailand is a Southeast Asian country. It's known for tropical beaches, opulent royal palaces, ancient ruins and ornate temples displaying figures of Buddha. In Bangkok, the capital, an ultramodern cityscape rises next to quiet canalside communities and the iconic temples of Wat Arun, Wat Pho and the Emerald Buddha Temple (Wat Phra Kaew). Nearby beach resorts include bustling Pattaya and fashionable Hua Hin.
- Capital: Bangkok
- Dialing code: +66
- Population: 69.04 million (2017) World Bank
- Currency: Thai baht
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Temple of the Emerald Buddha
Wat Phra Kaew, commonly known in English as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha and officially as Wat Phra Si Rattana Satsadaram, is regarded as the most sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand. The Emerald Buddha housed in the ...
The Grand Palace Bangkok
The Grand Palace is a complex of buildings at the heart of Bangkok, Thailand. The palace has been the official residence of the Kings of Siam since 1782. The king, his court, and his royal government were based on the ...
Wat Arun Ratchavararam
Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan or Wat Arun is a Buddhist temple in Bangkok Yai district of Bangkok, Thailand, on the Thonburi west bank of the Chao Phraya River. The temple derives its name from the Hindu ...
Jim Thompson House Museum
The Jim Thompson House is a museum in central Bangkok, Thailand, housing the art collection of American businessman and architect Jim Thompson, the museum designer and former owner. Built in 1959, the museum spans one ...
Chatuchak Weekend Market
The Chatuchak Weekend Market, on Kamphaeng Phet 2 Road, Chatuchak, Bangkok, is the largest market in Thailand. Also known as JJ Market, it has more than 15,000 stalls and 11,505 vendors, divided into 27 ...
Pattaya Floating Market
Colorful market with traditional Thai crafts & produce sold from boats & waterfront shops. Established since 2008, Pattaya Floating Market is riverside attraction in Pattaya displaying and showcasing the beautiful ...
Sanctuary of Truth
The Sanctuary of truth, is a wood building which is a hybrid of temple and castle based on Ayutthaya period and Buddhist, Hindu beliefs. The Sanctuary of truth was built of quality wood such as Mai Daeng and teakwood ...
Jomtien Beach
Jomtien or Jomtien Beach is a town on the east coast of the Gulf of Thailand about 165 km south-east of Bangkok in Chonburi Province. It is about 3 km south of Pattaya and is home to high-rise condominiums, beach side ...
Alcazar Cabaret Show
Alcazar Cabaret Show Pattaya is widely regarded as one of the best ladyboy cabaret shows in Pattaya, which is saying a lot given the amount of high-quality competition for such a title. A 400-member team presents a ...
Pattaya Beach
As this guide to Pattaya Beach will show, there is a lot more to this 4 km crescent of coastline than just sand and sea. In fact, the beach is not even the star attraction, even if it is home to a huge number of ...
Lumphini Park
Lumphini Park is a 360 rai park in Bangkok, Thailand. The park offers rare open public space, trees, and playgrounds in the Thai capital and contains an artificial lake where visitors can rent boats. Paths around the ...
SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World
Sea Life Bangkok Ocean World is an aquarium in Bangkok, Thailand, the largest in South East Asia. It covers approximately 10,000 square meters with hundreds of different species on display in exhibits totalling about ...
Wat Benchamabophit
Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram is a Buddhist temple in the Dusit District of Bangkok, Thailand. Also known as the marble temple, it is one of Bangkok's best-known temples and a major tourist attraction. It typifies ...
Pratunam Market
Pratunam Market is a major market in Bangkok selling clothes, shoes, and fashion accessories at wholesale prices. Enter the small alleys and jam-packed small streets and you’ll find yourself in the middle of a ...
Wat Phra Chetuphon (Wat Pho)
Wat Pho, also spelled Wat Po, is a Buddhist temple complex in the Phra Nakhon District, Bangkok, Thailand. It is on Rattanakosin Island, directly south of the Grand Palace. Known also as the Temple of the Reclining ...
Wat Traimit Withayaram Worawihan
The Golden Buddha, officially titled Phra Phuttha Maha Suwana Patimakon, is a gold Maravijaya Attitude seated Buddharupa statue, with a weight of 5.5 tonnes. It is located in the temple of Wat Traimit, Bangkok, ...
BTS Skytrain, Bangkok
The Bangkok Mass Transit System, commonly known as the BTS or the Skytrain, is an elevated rapid transit system in Bangkok, Thailand. It is operated by Bangkok Mass Transit System PCL, a subsidiary of BTS Group ...
Bangkok National Museum
The Bangkok National Museum is the main branch museum of the National Museums in Thailand and also one of the largest museums in Southeast Asia. It features exhibits of Thai art and history. It occupies the former ...
Bangkok Art and Culture Centre
Bangkok Art and Culture Centre is a contemporary arts centre in Bangkok, Thailand. Art, music, theatre, film, design and cultural/educational events take place in its exhibition and performance spaces. The centre ...
The Erawan Museum Bangkok
Erawan Museum is a museum in Samut Prakan Province, Thailand. It is well known for its giant three-headed elephant art display. The three storeys inside the elephant contain antiquities and priceless collections of ...
Most Popular Hotels in Thailand
The Tongsai Bay
Surrounded by tropical gardens, The Tongsai Bay offers luxurious seaside accommodation and a 200 m private beach. A spa and 2 outdoor pools aside, it also has 3 restaurants and free ...
99 The Gallery Hotel
Located in Chiang Mai, 99 The Gallery Hotel boasts comfortable accommodation and an outdoor pool. For guests' convenience, it offers a 24-hour front desk. Free WiFi is available throughout the ...
Siri Heritage Bangkok Hotel
Situated in Bangkok, 800 m from Khao San Road, Siri Heritage Bangkok Hotel features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, free bikes and a terrace. This 3-star hotel offers a concierge service and a ...
SureStay Plus by Best Western Sukhumvit 2
Conveniently situated in downtown Bangkok, SureStay Plus by Best Western Sukhumvit 2 features an outdoor pool and an on-site restaurant. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property and free private parking is ...
Amity Poshtel
Situated in Krabi town, 1.1 km from Wat Kaew Korawaram, Amity Poshtel features air-conditioned accommodation and a bar. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and a shared lounge, ...
EcoLoft Hotel
Set in Phuket Town, less than 1 km from Old Phuket Town, EcoLoft Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Guests at the 3-star property can enjoy ...
239 Hostel Phuket
239 Hostel Phuket has 2-star accommodation with barbecue facilities and a garden. Featuring an ATM, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The rooms include a ...
Peranakan Boutique Hotel
1.1 km from Chinpracha House, Peranakan Boutique Hotel is set in Phuket Town and offers free WiFi, a tour desk and a ticket service. Featuring a terrace, this property is located a short distance from Thai Hua Museum, ...
Busket Hostel
Situated within 300 m of Old Bus Station and 600 m of Clock Tower Chiang Rai, Busket Hostel features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Chiang Rai. Among the facilities at this property are a shared ...
Mantra Samui Resort
Located on the hillside and boasting stunning views of Bo Phut Bay, Mantra Samui Resort offers luxurious boutique accommodation. Offering free WiFi, it also has an 24 m outdoor infinity pool and a pampering ...
Mercy Hostel
Offering a snooker table, Mercy Hostel offers cosy accommodation with free WiFi access throughout. Private and dormitory-style rooms are equipped with air conditioning. Shower facilities are available in shared or ...
Blue Lagoon Hotel
Situated in Chiang Rai, 400 m from Old Bus Station, Blue Lagoon Hotel features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a shared lounge. Each accommodation at the 3-star hotel ...
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