Thailand is the most popular destination of Southeast Asia among Russian tourists. This mysterious country can offer vacationers everything: magnificent white sand beaches, night discos, authentic cuisine, shopping and, of course, attractions, of which there are a lot. In general, they are divided into natural and architectural. Read more about the attractions of Thailand below.
What is interesting is the capital of the country
Bangkok is a densely populated and noisy capital of the country, which at first shockes a tourist who is not familiar with Asia. The main attractions of the city for cultural travelers are palaces and temples. Do not miss the monument of architecture and culture of Bangkok Wat Ratchanaddu. This temple complex is located in the Old Town. In addition to exploring the complex, you can go to the amulets market located on its territory.
The magnificent complex of the Royal Palace, erected in the 18th century, is also interesting.
Here you can see almost a hundred pagodas, several buildings, ancient walls. Entrance to the complex will cost almost 900 rubles.
Other sights of Bangkok
The city has a large number of architectural monuments: Temple of Dawn, Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Temple of the Golden Buddha, Marble Temple. But you can look here not only at the majestic Asian culture.
What attractions in Thailand are there for nature lovers? Of course, this is the Khao Yai National Park. It is one of the five largest reserves in the world. Here, on the territory of this jungle, a huge number of animals, birds, insects and plants live. Many of the inhabitants of the park are rare and are listed in the Red Book.
The Dusit Zoo in Bangkok is also interesting. Animals in it are not separated from visitors by a lattice, they are separated only by ditches with water. This allows you to better see animals and make good photos. Dusit Zoo is very popular with tourists with children.
Pattaya Attractions in Thailand
Pattaya is the most noisy and riotous resort in the country. The beaches here are less picturesque and clean than on the islands, but hotels are cheaper. So what to look at in Pattaya?
Tourists love to visit the "Mini Siam" - these are the sights of Thailand and the whole world in miniature. A ticket to the park costs about 500 rubles for an adult and 250 rubles for a child.
For tourists traveling without children, the Tiffany Show is the most famous transvestite show in the world. The performances are very spectacular, colorful and are held at a high level. A ticket here will cost about 1200-1400 rubles.
While in Pattaya, visit the wonderful reserve - the village of elephants. Here live 30 elephants with whom you can contact. Some of them participate in an interesting show. And the most desperate traveler can decide on an extreme elephant massage! The tour costs a little more than 2 thousand rubles.
Pattaya Markets
Numerous markets in Pattaya can be attributed to the attractions of Thailand, as each of them has its own characteristics and zest.
About the most interesting bustling resort markets below:
- Pattaya's floating market offers products to visitors directly from houses in the water or boats. Mostly they sell seafood and fruits, as well as souvenirs and clothes.
- The night market "Teprazit" offers a variety of products (mainly Chinese) at low prices. In addition to the flea market, there is also a market with products where you can taste truly exotic snacks: fried locusts or spiders.
- You will find a fish market in the northern part of Pattaya near the sea pier. All the freshest fish is brought here. Prices are low and the range is huge.
- The fruit market on 2 road is famous for the lowest prices in the city. In addition to the usual bananas and pineapples, get rambutan, lychee, mango and durian.
Attractions of Koh Samui
Koh Samui is the exact opposite of Pattaya. Here reigns calm and tranquility. The main local attractions are beaches, but in addition to lying in the sun, there is entertainment here.
A visit to Paradise Park leaves the most vivid impressions. Located on the top of the mountain, it is literally teeming with monkeys and parrots.
Buddha's Magic Garden is a rainforest in which a variety of sculptures of a deity are placed everywhere. By the way, a romovarium can be included in this excursion, where tourists are shown the process of making a drink and treated to it. Be sure to take a couple of bottles home as a souvenir.
Lovers of nature and walks should go to the Hin-Lad waterfall.
It is located 2 kilometers from Nathon. The path leading to a natural miracle is well-groomed and comfortable, and when you arrive at your destination, you can swim.
Thailand Attractions: Phuket
Phuket is a pearl of the country, famous for its best beaches. What places should be visited by travelers arriving on the island?
The Buddha figure in Thailand is not uncommon, because most residents honor him as a deity. Big Buddha on the island can be seen from all its corners, because the height of the statue is 0.5 km. The snow-white marble god in the lotus position guards the temple. To get to this attraction of Thailand is best from Chalong.
Want to see the real Thailand with its life and traditions? Embark on a Thai village. Tourists are entertained by national dances, Thai boxing, sword fights and circus shows with elephants.
If you find yourself in the city of Thalang, visit the local museum. The exposition is dedicated to the island of Phuket and the whole of Thailand. Here you can see jewelry, costumes of Thais of bygone days, stone tools. The ticket price for an adult is about 200 rubles, for a child - about 90 rubles.
Farms in Phuket
Island farms are not habitual habitats for cows and chickens. Everything is much more exotic. Tourists on the island are invited to visit the Pearl Farm. The path here is overcome on a boat and brightened up with a wonderful landscape and guide stories. On the farm you can see all the stages of the appearance of pearls and purchase your favorite jewelry. In the village itself you can see cockfights, kickboxing competitions and restaurants.
Thrill-seekers have a direct route to Phuket's Snake Farm. Local trainers will show an unforgettable show - they tease and evade the attack of giant pythons and cobras. In front of the audience, the artists squeeze drops of poison from the snake glands, proving the danger of the venture. A ticket for a performance costs about a thousand rubles.
In addition to farms, the island is worth visiting the elephant shelter, orchid garden, botanical garden and Sirinat National Park.
Mysterious North of Thailand
The northern part of the country is poorly developed by tourists, but in vain ... After all, this is a wonderful land of waterfalls, temples, rainforests and bright holidays. It was here that the entire Thai civilization began to emerge.
The sights of northern Thailand are mainly located in Chiang Mai: there are about three hundred temples and cultural monuments. Having examined all this splendor, you can go on a long excursion "Golden Triangle".
They go to calm Chiang Rai mainly as a transshipment point for departure to Burma or Myanmar. However, there are attractions here. Visit the museums of the city: Museum of hill tribes, the Golden Chalice, Ho-Wattanatam-Nitat.
The diverse Asian country attracts tourists from all over the world. Sights of Thailand (photo in the article) are focused on a variety of interests and age categories. Everyone will find their Thailand and remember it forever.