Places that you have to visit in Thailand

Welcome to everyone, this week I want to show you, some places in Thailand that if you travel to this country, you should have to visit.

             

There are many essential places to visit in Thailand, a perfect country to have a first contact with what is considered a backpacker's paradise; Southeast Asia.

The best time to travel to Thailand is between November and March, when the temperatures are pleasant and the landscapes shine in all their splendor. if you don't want to run into the rain, try to avoid traveling during the monsoon, from July to October

1. Bangkok

Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, is a city that does not fall in love at first sight, probably because of its eternal pollution, chaotic traffic and practically constant humidity.

Although we assure you that it is worth giving it a try. As you begin to walk its streets, get lost in the markets, visit the incredible temples, see its culture and way of life, you will begin to find an order in that chaos so personal that you will end up wanting to stay longer.

The capital of Thailand, a city that never sleeps. In the morning you can visit its temples, Chinatown, the royal palace, its endless number of shopping malls, floating markets or its river that runs through much of the city. At night you will have plenty of places to go for a drink and see a show or really spectacular clubs with its famous Khao San Road.

            

2. Chiang Mai

Brings everything that a traveler dreams of finding in a magical environment, full of nature. In this city and surroundings, you will see incredible Buddhist temples and palaces, you will trek through mountains, rivers and jungle, in addition to buying bargains and local crafts in markets, some of them at night, while you do not stop enjoying gastronomy in premises designed in the latest fashion, or you will relax with a Thai massage.

One of the most famous excursions in Chiang Mai is the Doi Inthanon National Park, located at the highest point in the country, where you can see beautiful temples, waterfalls and impressive vegetation.

If you don't take a train or bus route from Bangkok to Northern Thailand, the best way to get to Chiang Mai is with one of the many daily flights out of Bangkok. The journey is one hour.

         

3. Phi Phi Islands

The Phi Phi Islands, located in an archipelago in the Andaman Sea, are the best known and another of the essential places to see in Thailand. These four islands, Koh Phi Phi Don, Koh Phi Phi Leh, Koh Pai or Bamboo Island and Koh Yung or Mosquito Island, stand out for their paradisiacal beaches and transparent turquoise waters, which became extremely famous when the film The Beach of. Leonardo Di Caprio in Maya Bay, located on the island of Koh Phi Phi Leh.

Two islands with quieter beaches are Koh Pai and Koh Yung, while the larger island, Koh Phi Phi Don, is where the hotel infrastructure and restaurants are located and where you can enjoy a lively nightlife, especially in the area of Tonsai Beach.

The best way to get to the Phi Phi Islands is by speedboat tour from Krabi, Phuket or Koh Lanta. Another option is to arrive by ferry from these 3 places and stay in Koh Phi Phi Don to visit these beautiful islands with more time.

         

4. Koh LiPe

Koh LiPe, a small island located in the south of the Andaman Sea, is another of the paradises and places to see in Thailand. Known as the Thai Maldives, on this island you can still find a certain tranquility in its white sand beaches and transparent turquoise waters.

          

5. Ayutthaya

One of the best things to do in Bangkok or if you are making a route to the north of Thailand, is to pay a visit to the ancient city of Ayutthaya, located about 80 kilometers from Bangkok, next to the Chao Phraya River, where you can see the remains of several temples that were built during the 12th and 13th centuries, when Ayutthaya was the second capital of the Kingdom of Siam after Sukhothai.

This complex, one of the best places to see in Ayutthaya, has several essential temples such as Wat Chai Watanaram, Wat Na Phramen, Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon monastery, Wat Lokaya Sutha, with a huge Buddha reclining and Wat Maha Thatm, the most famous temple, where a Buddha head is found among the branches of a tree.

          

6. Chiang Rai

Far from the crowds of Chiang Mai, in this area you can enjoy the landscapes, the temples and several highly recommended treks with more tranquility. The most emblematic place in the area and one of the places to visit in Thailand is the Wat Rong Khun or White Temple, which, although it remains unfinished, will leave you speechless.

You can go from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai by bus from the Arcade Bus station in about three hours and if you are in Bangkok you can get there by plane from Don Mueang airport.

  

       

7. Phuket

Phuket’s reputation as Thailand’s premier leisure playground is well founded. Distinguished by lush, jungle-clad mountains, gorgeous beaches and turquoise waters, the island’s geographical wonders are backdrops to a world-famous pleasure zone.

Most holidaymakers head to the west coast for the photogenic and super-popular beaches of Patong, Surin, Kamala, Kata and Karong. Further north is Bang Tao beach, the stunning setting for the Laguna Phuket complex. This cluster of resorts, restaurants and leisure attractions is ideal for families and travellers who like everything at their fingertips. For a more laid-back destination with an authentic local vibe, venture south to Cape Panwa.

Old Phuket Town, with its beautiful heritage architecture, vibrant Thai-Chinese-Indian-Malay population and flourishing dining scene, is a pleasant cultural diversion from the sand and sea. And of course, no trip to Phuket is complete without an excursion to the spectacular Phang Nga Bay, with dramatic limestone outcrops and aquamarine waters that will send your Instagram followers into a frenzy.

Phuket's four most popular beaches

Patong Beach: beach famous for its lively atmosphere

Patong Beach is the most visited beach in Phuket and therefore one of the most visited beaches in Thailand. It is well known for its great leisure offer, with a wide variety of shops, restaurants, nightclubs and spas. It is a good option if fun is a priority for you.

Karon Beach: balance between relaxation and fun

At Karon Beach you will find a balance between calm and leisure. Its beach is one of the longest in the area, with 2.5 kilometers of sand. The beach is divided into three zones, and in them you can rest, go shopping or play sports on the sand or in the water. It is a quieter beach than Patong Beach.

Panwa Beach: exclusivity and relaxation

If you are looking to disconnect, get away from the crowds and a few days of luxury on the beaches of Thailand, we recommend Panwa Beach. Here you will find exclusive resorts, some with private beaches or infinity pools. Perfect for those looking to give a unique touch to their trip. A paradisiacal beach in Thailand where you can disconnect and enjoy yourself or in company.

Kata Beach: popular for surfing or lounging

Kata Beach is actually made up of two beaches: Kata Yai and Kata Noi. It is a destination with quite paradisiacal beaches, and with a balance between relaxation and leisure. It has many restaurants and a nightlife, although it is calmer than Patong Beach. If you like surfing, Kata Beach is one of the most popular surfing destinations in the area.

         

8. Koh Pha Ngan

It is one of the most recognized islands in the Gulf of Thailand. Famous for its Full Moon Party, an all-night party on Haad Rin beach. The party is celebrated on the nights of the full moon – or the one before and after it. During the day calm is established and you can enjoy the natural landscapes and its beach.

Once a month the Full Moon Party is held. It's a bit of a crazy party, and more than 30,000 people gather on Haad Rin Nok beach.

      

9. Pattaya

Just over an hour from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, Pattaya is one of the best beach destinations in the country, on the Gulf of Thailand, just 150 km southeast of Bangkok, it is a lively seaside city that attracts visitors from all over the world, with a wide variety of accommodation, nightspots and activities for all tastes. Among them, a wide range of water sports, golf, shopping, cabaret shows, visits to elephant reserves or fascinating museums, etc. stand out. so it is impossible not to have a vacation in Pattaya full of leisure. If what you want is to relax on the beach in the sun (or the shade under an umbrella), the coast of Pattaya, in Chon Buri, offers the perfect space to do so and also to enjoy the local cuisine and culture:

The street vendors will attend to all the needs of the traveler who will enjoy the sun's rays, some grilled prawns and even a foot massage. Pattaya is undoubtedly a Thai beach destination that meets the needs of any visitor on any budget.

Pattaya's vibrant nightlife is well known, although the local authorities have in recent years improved the quality of the beaches and developed the area to make it one of the most family-friendly destinations.

Today, hundreds of thousands of visitors come to Pattaya each year to windsurf, water-ski, swim, sunbathe, dive, sail or take excursions to nearby islands. Other activities include bungee jumping, cycling, skydiving, go-karting, Muay Thai (Thai boxing) or paintball.

Golf players, beginners and experts, can choose from a wide selection of golf courses around Pattaya. Another great attraction for its visitors is the wide selection of restaurants that offer, for example, dishes of the freshest seafood in Thailand.

Due to the high number of foreign residents in Pattaya, there is also an excellent selection of restaurants specializing in French, Italian, Swiss, German, Hungarian, Scandinavian, English, Indian, Arabic, Japanese and Chinese cuisine. In addition, as it has a large number of international tourists, Pattaya offers a wide range of accommodation: both those with a tighter budget and those with a higher purchasing power will find various options to satisfy their needs. To relax, nothing better than escaping to nearby Jomtien Beach, just 3 kilometers to the south.

         

10. Lopburi

Lopburi, in Thailand, is a city 150 km north of the capital, Bangkok. This city is full of ruined Khmer temples – it was once part of the Angkor Wat kingdom and the Ayutthaya kingdom.

It is in these temples, and also in the streets, where you can see thousands of monkeys living in perfect harmony with the locals. Hence, it has earned the nickname of the city of monkeys.

          

What to see in Lop Buri

Phra Prang Sam Yot Temple, popularly known as Lopburi Monkey Temple, is one of the most recognized temples in the area. It was built over 800 years ago in the Khmer style.

The most curious thing about Phra Prang Sam Yot is that you can see hundreds of monkeys inhabiting the temple. In any case, and although they are very used to living with people, the security guards have a stick to scare them away if necessary.

The Monkey festival

The Monkey Festival takes place the last week of November and is one of the biggest tourist attractions in Lopburi.

In this festival the monkeys are the protagonists. He gives them fruit. In fact, you will see large columns of fruit or street stalls for the monkeys to feed on.

You can also enjoy parades with music and people dressed as monkeys. A true festival to celebrate the locals' love for monkeys!

Observe the sunflower fields

          

The Lopburi area is famous for its huge fields of sunflowers. It is here where you will find the largest fields in the country and you can see gigantic yellow fields decorating the landscape. The best area to observe the fields is in Phatthana Nikhom.

The best time to see the blooming sunflower fields is from November to January.

And that's it, its all for this week, I hope you had enjoy the third part of my blog about 10 places in Thailand that you have to visit if you travel to this country and some curiosities about this places.

Please tell me in the comments, what place is most interesting to yo? and What place you want to visit?, I read you, thanks for the support, have a nice week, byee.