Situated in Southeast Asia's Indochina peninsula is a beautiful country, Thailand. It is a country known for its tropical beaches, opulent royal palaces, ancient ruins and ornate temples displaying figures of Buddha, a revered symbol. The capital city, Bangkok, is an ultramodern cityscape that rises next to quiet canal and riverside communities. Commercial hubs such as Chinatown consist of labyrinthine alleys crammed with shophouses, markets and diner.
Sounds amazing, right? Thailand is a remarkable place to visit.
There are 4 places in Thailand that must be visited.
AYUTTHAYA
A splendid city surrounded by three rivers connecting to the Gulf of Thailand was once known as the most magnificent city on Earth. It had three gilded palaces and 400 treasure-laden temples. The ruins of the old city—once the capital of Siam – now form the Ayutthaya Historical Park, a World Heritage Site.
KHAO SOK NATIONAL PARK
It is the country's own "Jurassic Park." Located in Southern Thailand, the park has an untouched treasure of native flora and fauna. It is also a home to elephants and leopards, along with a flight of noisy birds and chattering monkeys. The park is 160 million years with huge swathes of old virgin rainforest and enormous vertical limestone mountains.
Fascinated with the adventures of the park? Try trekking the park on foot, travel in a canoe or maybe by a truck safari to experience the splendid Cheow Lan Lake with its floating raft houses and luxury tents.
THE TEMPLE OF THE EMERALD BUDDHA
The Grand Palace comprises of several buildings with different styles of architecture. 'Wat Phra Kaeo' is renowned as the most beautiful and important Buddhist temple in Thailand. It houses Phra Kaeo Morakot, the Emerald Buddha and the most highly revered Buddha image carved from a single block of fine jade.
This is the world famous place that attracts all tourists. It is a large compound located near Sanam Luang in the very heart of Bangkok.
KANCHANABURI
Looking forward to witness the WWII affected places? This would be the best one. Kanchanaburi is best known for the film Bridge on the River Kwai, linked with the infamous and historic Burma Railway. Millions of Asian laborers and POWs died during the railway's construction under Japanese occupation during WWII. To honor the sacrifices, two memorial museums were made. Along with the historical place, you can also visit national parks that have waterfalls and caves.
Thailand, land of beautiful places, can be visited several times for more surprises and adventures.
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