Thailand Andaman

Krabi, a province on southern Thailand’s Andaman coast, is an almost otherworldly region of labyrinthine archipelagos, where islands seem to erupt vertically out of the sea and secluded beaches are only accessible by colorfully adorned long tail boats. Krabi’s myriad of bays and coves have sheltered pirates, merchants, and sea gypsies for thousands of years and archaeological evidence indicates that Krabi was originally inhabited as early as 25,000 - 35,000 years ago! With attractions including hot springs, a wildlife sanctuary, sea caves, flourishing coral reefs and exotic marine life, limestone cliffs that draw rock climbing enthusiasts from around the world, and national parks that include the island paradises of Koh Phi Phi and Koh Lanta, one could easily spend weeks in Krabi and leave yearning for more.If that wasn’t enough, Krabi features some of the most photogenic sunsets in Thailand, often accompanied by spectacular displays of cloud to cloud lightning, that are best enjoyed from a beachside bar or restaurant. Meanwhile, with all the tourists spread out among various beaches and islands, life goes on in Krabi Town, the somewhat sleepy provincial capital. Surprisingly few tourists spend time in the charming riverside town, whose hilly streets feature a number of cozy cafes and inexpensive and authentic Thai cuisine is served at an outdoor, riverside evening market. “Town” to most visitors is Ao Nang, a seaside strip of guesthouses, hotels, bars, restaurants, and souvenir shops that continues to grow as tourist arrivals increase, now spreading north into Noppharat Thara, whose quiet, shady beach is part of the national park that includes the Phi Phi Islands. Ao Nang is the major launching point for boat trips to nearby islands and the isolated beaches of Phra Nang Cape, where the famous former hippie enclave of Railey Beach is located.

Krabi Province, which lies along the coast of the Andaman sea in Southern Thailand, is a top tourist destination as a result of its plentiful natural attractions including, white sandy beaches, crystal clear water, extensive coral reefs, numerous caves and waterfalls, and over 130 islands, including Koh Lanta and the jewels of the Andaman coast, the six islands of Mu Koh Phi Phi National Park. While not the top destination in and of itself, Krabi Town is a charming provincial capital located along the banks of a river that leads to the nearby Andaman Sea. Consequently, Krabi is an important port city for both local fisherman as well as boats ferrying visitors to the nearby attractions, including Koh Phi Phi, Koh Lanta, and Railey Beach, one of the premier rock climbing destinations in the world.

Data:tourismthailand.org

Safari in Thailand

Kui Buri National Park.

The watersheds of major rivers and river Kui Buri. Sustain the lives of people in Prachuap Khiri Khan province. has been declared. "National Park" on March 25, 1999.
The territory covers the four districts. Pranburi is. Amphoe Sam Roi Yod Muang and Hin Kui Buri district.
In addition. Forest Kui Buri not only is the watershed forest. But also the habitats of wildlife are important to the conservation of national level. regionally and global levels. Such as Asian elephants, gaur, banteng, tapir , tiger, Asiatic black bear, Asian wild dog and Chamois.

The current Kui Buri National Park. Also known as. "Safari in Thailand". Because the forest has abundance. Particularly elephants and gaur. The best time is about 15:00 to 18:00 p. for Visiting wildlife viewing in the park. Must contact officials

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Time Thailand Siam Cultural Park

Siam Cultural Park

When people think about tourism, most of the time they usually think of
beaches, waterfalls, and mountains which are natural tourism. However
other than those natural ones, Thailand also house many interest
human-made tourist attractions. Like recently in Ratchaburi province, a
newly built attraction opened for the public renowned Siam Cultural
Park. Siam Cultural Park situates in Wangyen sub - district the district
of Bangpae close to the famous Dumnurnsaduak Floating Market just a
kilometer from Bangpae intersection on Petkasem road.

The park was originated with the aim to conserve Thai traditions,
cultures, and arts along with the shady natural park . The Park is
divided into six zones covering area more than 42-rai. The fist zone is
housed to the Hall of Fame building which exhibits well-know important
persons both Thai and foreign for example, M.L. Pin Malakul, H.E.
Professor Dr. Sanya Dhammasak, President Ho Chi Minh, and Mother Terasa.
Just a few steps from the Hall of Fame building and right before
entering into the second zone, there are amazing and
difficult-to-find-one trees in which a sugar palm tree surrounded by a bo tree, the tree the lord Buddha enlightened.

The second zone is called the Terrace of Buddha Image of Three Periods.
The Buddha images reproduced from historical parks from three different
periods, Ayutthaya , Sukhothai and Chiang Saen also known as Lanna. This
zone gives an opportunity to explore three historical park in three
different provinces in one place. The third zone is housed to a Jutaka
Light and Sound Cave where the story of the Buddhist Saga Vessantara
Jutaka is told with the aim to show the result the endless greed of
human beings. Next to the cave lies a Herbal Drink house where a
tradition refreshment drinks like Chrysanthemum, Rosella, Bael fruit,
Lemon Grass, and Longan and Thai tradition sweets are served. The forth
zone is exhibited Buddhist Monastic Cells which divided into regional
styles where each cell housed two famous monks from the region. Crossing
the bridge to the other side of the canal would bring visitors back to
the past with the Thai traditional houses style in the fifth zone. This
zone is also divided into regional styles where each styles has its
uniqueness of architecture and design. Inside each house are artifacts
to tell about the way of life of the people in the region. Crossing the
second bridge would take visitors to the water-fall front for taking
photos and enjoy coffee, tea, Thai sweets, ice-cream, and herbal drinks
served by the Coffee House. After enjoy taking photos and the
refreshments, walking along the footpath would finally take visitors to
the footpath would finally take visitors to the last zone the Terrace of
Avalokitasvara where the area is beautifully decorated with trees and
flowers for the last shot before leaving the Park.

Siam Cultural Park is a very interesting tourist destination which
shouldn’t miss in Ratchaburi province

Operating Hours

Monday -Friday : 9.00-16.30

Saturday -Sunday : 8.30-17.00

Annual holiday : 8.30-17.00

Ticket

Adult : 50 B

Child : 20 B
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Time-Thailand News. Bun Bangfai Rocket Festivel

Yasothon Bun Bangfai Rocket Festival in Thailand

Date : 5 - 9 May 2010

Venue : Phaya Thaen Park, Mueang District, Yasothon , Thailand

The underlying logic and science behind the famous rocket festival, scheduled for 5 to 9 May, in the unassuming northeast town of Yasothon Thailand, is not to be found in a chemistry laboratory. While the rocket owners pack as much as 25 kg of black powder into plastic or bamboo pipes to give their homemade missiles take off, the blueprints for this exceptionally noisy festival are traced in the mystical skies ruled by gods. Approaching rain clouds signal the start of the rice planting season, but according to northeastern folklore the first raindrops fall only when the gods are in the mood for love. They need encouragement hence the importance of the Bun Bang Fai, or rocket festival, to stir the mythical community, resident in the heavens, to bless earth with fertility and rain. One mother of all rockets shoots high into the sky possibly for a kilometre or more stimulating the gods to action. Its vapour trail and height is seen as an omen. The higher it goes, the more rain will fall on the northeast plateau bringing good fortune and a bumper rice harvest.None of these lofty goals prevent Yasothon’s residents and thousands of visitors from the more earthly pleasures of merry making associated with their homemade rockets.All sizes and shapes are built around a simple plastic or bamboo pipe packed solid with black powder and fuses. They can be up to 10 metres, or more, in length, as long as they are capable of powering into the skies at blast off. Anything short of that spectacle prompts a chorus of laughter from the crowd and even a few missiles of mud aimed at the head of the hapless rocket owner.While the rockets compete, the crowd is entertained with comedy, often bawdy with a smattering of dirty jokes and raucous country music. It’s a genuine farming community excuse to have fun and get the planting season off to a good start.Accidents are few and far between, but as the beer and rice whisky flows, missiles may stutter, wobble or even do some low flying antics over the tents and entertainment stages.Rocket festivals are held throughout the region and in neighbouring Laos, but Yasothon residents, noted for their sense of humour, inspire an event that draws international visitors attracted by a hilarious three-day party. It embodies I-san’s ability to rise above the hardships of tilling the land.Ironically, at any other time of the year, Yasothon is a sleepy northeast town that hardly warrants a second glance. Rarely visited by tourists, it is overshadowed by its neighbour Ubon Ratchathani, 98 km to the southeast. Considered the prime tourism gateway to the lower I-san region, Ubon Ratchathani’s airport is served by both the national airline, Thai Airways International, and low-cost airlines. It is possible to hire a car at the airport and drive northwest on Highway 23 to Yasothon.The town’s hotels are full during this short festival and hotels will double their rates to cash in on the festival’s popularity. There are also hotels in Roi-et, 60 km northwest of Yasothon, while some visitors may decide to stay in Ubon and embark on a daytrip returning after sunset.

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