In this article you'll find a description of Ko Tarutao, one of Thailand's many hidden paradises, often overlooked by mainstream tourism.

Ko Tarutao, a lost paradise

In this article you will find good ideas for trekking in the mountains of northern Thailand.

The northern mountains, a paradise for trekkers

In this article you will find a description of Bangkok, the gigantic capital of the country and even of the continent.

Bangkok, the capital of a continent

The Khong Chiam region is still largely unaffected by tourism and, for those willing to explore it, offers spectacular scenery and the promise of peaceful days spent well away from the noise and chaos of the urban environment. With its waterfalls, cliffs and rock paintings, Pha Taem is the kind of place you simply never tire of exploring.

The magic of Pha Taem, north of Khong Chiam

Damnoen Saduak is a floating market that unfortunately has become too touristy and is no longer authentic.

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<p>Are you ready for the trip of a lifetime? Travelling in an auto rickshaw will make you feel Bangkok, the hyperactive capital, buzz with life. Next step: the south of Thailand, which is even more charming… Bays, coves, bungalows on deserted beaches, clear water and colourful corals, underwater caves and rocks springing from the sea. Your journey to Thailand will allow you to experience the flavour of salty water, diving and blissful idleness.You will continue your journey north to Chiang Mai, where you will learn so much: there are so many cooking classes and massage courses to choose from. Later, you will take one of the most beautiful roads in the north, Chiang Maia Mae Hong Son, a journey brave travellers will take on two wheels. Between discovering misty, jungle-covered hillsides and villages nestled deep in splendid valleys: your stay in Thailand will be almost supernaturally beautiful.</p>

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Damnoen Saduak

Kanchanaburi, in the west of the country, is a beautiful region visited mainly for the bridge on the River Kwai and for the national parks in the area.

Kanchanaburi

Situated to the east of Bangkok, Erawan is a national park that is best known for its turquoise blue waterfalls.

Erawan

Bang Pa In is a small village south of Ayutthaya Historical Park, mainly known and visited because of the royal summer palace located there.

Bang Pa In

Ayutthaya was the second historic capital of Thailand, then known as the Kingdome of Siam. The city was founded in 1350 and today still houses the remains of ancient temples.

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<p> <strong>Ayuttaya is right next to Bangkok</strong>,  so it's entirely possible to take a single day excursion there. If you enjoy archaeological sites, then Ayutthaya is clearly a must see during your <a href="/thailand/">stay in Thailand</a>. But as for me, it isn't the ruins of old temples that attract me. I like Ayutthaya because the setting is nice and wooded, and Thais often have picnics in the area.</p> <p>I avoidriding an elephant, because it's too touristy and a little controversial for me because of the conditions of these animals' lives. I recommend simply going for a bike ride, a walk, or calling on a tuk tuk to see the many temples that make up this historic park.</p> <p>Among my favorites is the Wat Chai Watthanaram, nestled on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, which offers especially spectacular colors at sunset. Few people know it, but Ayutthayawas also a commercial trading spot with the first Europeans to settle in the area, as evidenced by the Portuguese church and the ancient Japanese village.</p>

<p>The ancient capital of the kingdom of Siam, Ayutthaya Historical Park has been registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1991.</p>

<div>I visited Ayutthaya from Bangkok and spent one day and one night there. It's also possible to do the excursion in a single day, returning to the capital in the evening.</div> <div> <strong>Ayutthaya is a former capital of the Kingdom of Siam</strong> and is therefore a city marked by history. Part of it has been destroyed, and the ruins of its palaces and its temples today make up the city's historical area. I stayed the night in the city's modern center, which as been constructed away from the old part, though I was easily able to reach the historical park on foot.</div> <div>Around fifteen different sites make up the ruins, and these include a famous reclining Buddha and some ancient tombs incorporating pretty bricks in reddish orange colours.</div> <div>I'm not especially a fan of archaeology, but as I looked around the museums and ancient remains of this city I found my interest in the sacred city of Ayutthaya piqued. It is one of the essential places to see <a href="/thailand/">when touring Thailand!</a> </div>

<p>Ayutthaya is a city listed as UNESCO World Heritage located one and a half hours from Thailand's capital.</p>

<p>The ancient city of Ayutthaya is a good one hour bus ride from Bangkok. The city is encircled by the waters of the Chao Phraya, Lopburi, and Pa Sak rivers which form an island upon which most of the remains of the city can be found. The other temples are located on the banks, including the magnificent Wat Chai Watthanaram, the architecture of which is reminiscent of the temples of Angkor in Cambodia.</p> <p> <strong>The city of Ayutthaya was classed as a</strong> <strong>World Heritage Site by UNESCO</strong> <strong>in 1991.</strong> I decided that the best way to see the city was to hire a bike to cover the distances between all the different temples more easily and to save time and energy! To get a good idea of the hidden treasures of the city, I spent two days there before <a href="/thailand/">continuing my trip through Thailand</a>. After a hard day’s sightseeing, what better way to spend the evening than with a delicious bowl of noodles and an ice cold Chang Beer in the covered market?</p>

<strong>Ayutthaya</strong> was the second historic capital of Thailand, then known as the Kingdome of Siam. The city was founded in 1350 and today still houses the remains of ancient temples.

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