Thailand is one of the top tourist destinations in the world as it offers a collage of animated scenes for people to enjoy. From hill tribes that sell handicrafts, stunning coastlines with blue lagoons and gorgeous beaches and ancient ruins to Buddhist temples, lush landscape boasting traditional farming villages and modern cities crowded with tuk-tuks and motorbikes, Thailand creates a captivating portrait. But, what should you see once you decide to visit Thailand? Listed below are some of the great places you should definitely check out when you visit the country:
Thailand Islands
The islands located off the coast of Thailand are renowned all over the world due to their beautiful beaches. Some are famous for their gorgeous scenery and some have become recognized for their party atmosphere. There are three main sets of islands you can find; in the Gulf, there are Ko Tao and Ko Samui lie Ko Pha Ngan, Ko Chang and Ko Samet to the east of Bangkok and Ko Phi Phi and Phuket in the Andaman.
Bangkok
The capital city of Thailand, Bangkok is also the largest city in the country and it is a buzzing metropolis of magnificent palaces, glittering nightclubs, high rise buildings, streets lined with vendors hawking tantalizing foods and souvenirs, bustling markets and ancient temples. Bangkok is also known for its natural beauty that you can see in the form of green spaces, remaining canals and flowering tropical plants. Khao San Road is a famous tourist street and it is a good place for you to start cheap dining, shopping and nightlife. The sacred Wat Phra Kaew temple is also a must visit as it contains Emerlad Buddha.
Chiang Mai
A flourishing city, Chiang Mai is surrounded by mountains of northern Thailand and it has become a base for tourists and backpackers who want to explore hill tribes, lush landscapes and outdoor adventures of the area. The city itself is culturally important and quite large where modern and historical Thai traditions and architecture coexist. You can take a walk around the historic center to enjoy views of dozens of Buddhist temples and old city walls. But, Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep, the most famous of the Buddhist temples is outside Chiang Mai, on a mountainside that overlooks the city.
Kanchanaburi
Just looking at pictures of Kanchanaburi will tempt you to book a trip to Thailand with Sharobi Travels. Located in Western Thailand, Kanchanaburi is admired for its easy accessibility to waterfalls and national parks and beautiful scenery. However, it is best recognized for the Bridge over the River Kwai, which is connected to the historic Death Railway to Burma. During its construction in the WWII, thousands of POWS and Asian laborers lost their lives. Several war cemeteries and museums provide information about the city and the bridge when it was occupied by Japan in the 1940s. Outside of Kanchanaburi, you can explore a number of national parks including Srinakarind and Erawan National Parks that offer beautiful waterfalls, scenery and caves.