Vibrant Exotic Thailand

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Wat Arun
Thailand, a country in the Southeast Asian kingdom, a country full of exotic allure. There is much to be enjoyed in the country, dubbed the White Elephant Affairs, such as the arts, culture, to food. Thailand is known as a nation that is friendly and humble, so it is not surprising that Thailand has always been a preferred destination for international travelers. The following are some of the most popular tourist destinations in there:

Wat Arun

Wat Arun is a Buddhist temple located in Bangkok, capital of Thailand. Also known as the Temple of Dawn (Temple of Dawn), this temple is one of the most popular icons in Thailand.

At first, this temple stands at a place called Tumbol Bangmakok, with the name Wat Mokok. Later during the reign of Rama I moved to the west bank of the Chao Phraya river. Had neglected for a long time, Wat Arun finally restored during the reign of Rama II.

The main part of Wat Arun is prang (Khmer-style tower) was as high as 250 feet are decorated with different colors of porcelain. In the four corners there are small stamps. Both stamps middle and small prang constructed during the reign of King Rama II, circa 1809-1824., Where there is a green Buddha statue that supposedly made by King Rama II and at the base of the statue of king Rama II are buried the ashes.

Wat Arun beauty can be enjoyed fully from the opposite river bank. This temple gleaming in the afternoon and look classy at dawn and dusk.

Pattaya floating market

One of the biggest floating market in Thailand is located on Sukhumvit Road, about two kilometers from Pattaya Underwater World. Occupying an area of about 27 acres, Pattya floating market is a tourist attraction that must be visited by the tourists who vacation in the land of white elephant.

Opened in November 2008 with more than 100 stalls, Pattya floating market is divided into four sections, each of which presents the attractions and traditions that represent the four regions of Thailand, namely North, South, Central, and Northeast. Items that are sold are very diverse, ranging from food, fruits, herbs, painting, silk fabrics, carvings, and more.

In addition to offering merchandise, this floating market also displays art shows, among other dances and traditional sports. To complement the tourist experience at this place, visitors can rent a boat and down the canals throughout this market. In addition to watching the activities of the bank, visitors can also admire the beauty of the architecture, exotic plants, and bridges are impassable. Pattya floating market opened at 10 am to 11 pm every day.

Nong Nooch

This is a very famous park in Thailand. Initially, the couple Tansacha bought 600 acres of land in the valley in the province of Chonburi to be built into a fruit plantation. But then his wife, Nongnooch Tansacha, was inspired to create a tropical garden.

Known as the largest and most beautiful park in Southeast Asia, the park Nongnooch presents various types of ornamental plants that are grouped into several thematic gardens, among which are:

  • Parks topiari: the plants are established in such a way and unique color make visitors feel like being in a fairy tale
  • Parks stone age: the park is decorated with large rocks make visitors feel like being in the era of menhirs in the UK
  • Parks orchids: presenting a collection of Thai orchids in large numbers. A very special care to make the visitors can continue to enjoy a variety of orchids healthy and beautiful
  • Garden umbrella garden umbrella is decorated with red and gold shades make a garden of palms and cycads look more vibrant and attractive

Opened to the public in 1980, the park is also famous Nongnooch Thai cultural performances and attractions elephant. At least 2,000 tourists visit this park every day.

Chao Phraya

Chao Phraya meaning "king of the river". Along the river is approximately 372 kilometers from Bangkok divides the city north to south and ends in the Gulf of Thailand.

Each day, the Chao Phraya river was never lonely. During the day the river is enlivened by ships transporting goods, while the evenings enlivened by pleasure boats. Along the river there are many small pier with boats ready to transport tourists. The tourists can down the river and enjoy the legendary buildings such as Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and the Royal Boat House. But they can also see some of the bridge as the bridge Rama VI, Phra Pin-Klao bridge near the Grand Palace, Rama VIII bridge, Rama IX bridge, and the bridge Mega.

Until now, the Chao Phraya River is a river that is most often used for various transportation vehicles such as the water bus, water taxi (longtails), and ferries. More than 15 operators operating vessels in the river.

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