First mentioned in official dispatches of 2113 BE (1086 AD), Rayong has been a town of note for some time. One of Rayong's greatest claims to fame is that Thailand's most famous Poet Laureate, Sunthorn Phu, spent his years of exile from the Royal Court in the area, mostly on Koh Samet.
Sights Around Rayong Near the town, Laem Charoen and Saeng Chan beaches are the most popular, while off the coast are numerous scenic islands including Koh Kudi, Koh Platin, Koh Talu, and the very popular Koh Samet.
Koh Samet Ever since Sunthorn Pu became enchanted with this dry island, it has had a reputation for being slightly magical.
Koh Samet's popularity began to boom about 10 years ago. Until that time the island had very few inhabitants and only a handful of bungalows to stay in. The island has no fresh water source, so water boats come over from the mainland every day to fill the bungalow's tanks.
Its proximity to Bangkok ensures that every weekend, particularly long weekends, hundreds of Bangkokians descend on Koh Samet for its fresh air, clean beaches, and relaxing atmosphere.
A regular ferry service to Koh Samet departs from Ban Phe pier, 18 Km from Rayong town.
The King Taskin Shrine a pagoda erected on an island in the Young River, is approximately two kilometres south of the town centre. It hosts an annual celebration in November. ;
Phra Chedi Klang Nam on Gems Street and Unyamanee Road is the largest gem stone market place in Thailand. It is the newest marketing place for gemstones in Chanthaburi. ;
Ban Khram Village further from Ban Phe in the Klaeng district is the birthplace of the famous poet Sunthon Phul. ;
Ban Phe is a small hamlet where local products including fish sauce and dried shrimp are on sale. ;
Ban Phe - Koh Samet Ferry
Koh Samet, or Koh Kaeo Phitsaden, where Sunthon Phu based the story of Phra Apaimani is some 30 minutes away by boat. ;
View of Koh Samet from the top of Koh Laem Ya National Park hill
Koh Laem Ya National Park and the Samet Island Group, which includes the islands of Kudi, Kruai, Khram and Plai Tin contains beautiful beaches and fascininating spots for skin and snorkel diving. ;
The Suan Son Pine Park only five kilometres from Ban Phe is a popular picnic spot set in tranquil surroundings. ;
Suan Wang Khao some eleven kilometres further along the beach is tastefully landscaped and has several beaches and a bay. ;
Koh Thalu is popular for camping skindiving and underwater explorations and can be easily reached from Suan Wang Khao. ;
Laem Mae Phim with entrances at Kms. 259, 263 and 268 is very fine for swimming the waves not being strong. ;
Koh Khi Pia is a small island near the north of the cape and can be reached by walking when the tide is out. ;
Koh Cha-Mao National Park is full of various types of trees and plants. It is sited some 17 kilometres from the road. ;
Koh Wong Caves 89 km. from town has some 80 large and small interconnecting chambers. ;
The Koh Man Island Group which includes Koh Man Nai, Koa Man Klang and Koh Man Nok has spectacular coral reefs. ;
Had Mae Ramplung approached by the beach road is a long white sand beach.
Friday, October 12, 2007
Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province
The Ancient Capital. Ayutthaya was the capital of Siam for four centuries and, in its heyday, was said to be a busier and more beautiful city than either London or Paris. Sadly, the city was destroyed in a Burmese siege in 1767 and has lain in ruins ever since.
Today much of ancient Ayutthaya is preserved as a World Heritage Site and archaeological studies into this once fabled city continue.
The visitor to Ayutthaya should begin with the major sights - The Ancient Grand Palace (Phra Rachawang Boran), Wat Ratchaburana, Wat Mahathat, Phet Fortress (Bom Phet), and The Ayutthaya Historical Study Center, - for an insight into one of the great cities of the past.
One of the most popular ways to visit Ayutthaya and the nearby Bang Pa - In Summer Palace is by river cruise from Bangkok up the Chao Phraya River.
Situated at upper area of Bangkok Metropolis where was the city of rivers and precious ancient places, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya was the large plains land passed by many rivers like Chao Phraya River, Pasak River, Lopburi River and Noi River. Its dominant symbol of ever being the capital of Siam can be seen from its prosperity of arts and cultures especially in the area of Island Capital where was the locations of the ancient places, Wat Phra Si Sanphet and Bang Pa-in Summer Palace.
Ayutthaya, a former capital of Thailand from 1350 to 1767, is and interesting historic spot visited by large numbers of tourists on a one-day trip from Bangkok. Unlike other tourist centres, Ayutthaya's main attraction is not its beautiful scenery, but its calm atmosphere with the remains resulting from the destruction by the invading Burmese army in 1767. The ruins offer the visitors a glimpse of old Ayutthaya, with once was a prosperous and majestic capital with over 400 magnificent Buddhist monasteries.
The ruins can be seen in the area called the Old Capital in the centre of the city. Other interesting places are Wat Mongkhon Bophit where Thailand's biggest bronze Buddha image is enshrined, Wat Phananchoeng which is a place of worship most frequently visited by local people, and Chao Sam Phraya Museum which keeps invaluable artistic treasures discovered from the ruins.
Ayutthaya had been capital of Thailand during the 14th to 18th centuries from the shifting of political power from Sukhothai. The stability of Ayutthaya over the length of 417 years under the system of feudalism enabled the capital to develop Thai culture from the simplicity of Sukhothai to a very elaborate and sophisticated one. This culture has been handed down to the present and has been transmitted to the neighbouring countries. It's political power and its economic fame were recognized not only in Southeast Asia region but amongst the European countries as well.
Ayutthaya was burned down to the ground more than 200 years ago. The pride in our long past glory remains. Ayutthaya, was a stopping place on the maritime trade routes, and is significant and should be conserved as a historical heritage.
Wat Chai Watthanaram
Wat Choeng Thar
Wat Hasadavas
Wat Kasattrathirat
Wat Kudi Dao
Wat Lokaya Suttha
Wat Maha That
Wat Maheyong
Wat Na Phramen
Wat Nok
Wat Phra Mongkhonbophit
Wat Phananchoeng
Wat Phra Ram
Wat Phra Sri San Phet
Wat Phu-Khao Thong
Wat Phutthaisawan
Wat Rajaburana
Wat Samanakot
Wat Suwandararam
Wat Thammikarat
Wat Worachettharam
Wat Worapho
Wat Yai Chai Mongkol
Tour attraction in the City
Ayutthaya Historical Study Centre
Bung Phra Ram (Nong Sano)
Chantarakasem National Museum
The Chao Sam Phraya National Museum
City Pillar Shrine
Elephant taxis at Ayutthaya
Khun Phaen House
King U-Thong Monument
Phra Chedi Sisuriyothai
Queen Suri Yothai Memorial
Reminiscence of the Glory of Ayutthaya
The Royal Palace
Si Nakharin Park
Thai Boat Museum (Pitoon Hommara House)
Tour attraction outside the City
Bang Pa-In Palace
Bangsai Arts and Crafts Training Centre
Tour around Wat Niwet Thamprawat by boat
Trip to Ayutthaya by boat
Wat Niwet Thamprawat
Today much of ancient Ayutthaya is preserved as a World Heritage Site and archaeological studies into this once fabled city continue.
The visitor to Ayutthaya should begin with the major sights - The Ancient Grand Palace (Phra Rachawang Boran), Wat Ratchaburana, Wat Mahathat, Phet Fortress (Bom Phet), and The Ayutthaya Historical Study Center, - for an insight into one of the great cities of the past.
One of the most popular ways to visit Ayutthaya and the nearby Bang Pa - In Summer Palace is by river cruise from Bangkok up the Chao Phraya River.
Situated at upper area of Bangkok Metropolis where was the city of rivers and precious ancient places, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya was the large plains land passed by many rivers like Chao Phraya River, Pasak River, Lopburi River and Noi River. Its dominant symbol of ever being the capital of Siam can be seen from its prosperity of arts and cultures especially in the area of Island Capital where was the locations of the ancient places, Wat Phra Si Sanphet and Bang Pa-in Summer Palace.
Ayutthaya, a former capital of Thailand from 1350 to 1767, is and interesting historic spot visited by large numbers of tourists on a one-day trip from Bangkok. Unlike other tourist centres, Ayutthaya's main attraction is not its beautiful scenery, but its calm atmosphere with the remains resulting from the destruction by the invading Burmese army in 1767. The ruins offer the visitors a glimpse of old Ayutthaya, with once was a prosperous and majestic capital with over 400 magnificent Buddhist monasteries.
The ruins can be seen in the area called the Old Capital in the centre of the city. Other interesting places are Wat Mongkhon Bophit where Thailand's biggest bronze Buddha image is enshrined, Wat Phananchoeng which is a place of worship most frequently visited by local people, and Chao Sam Phraya Museum which keeps invaluable artistic treasures discovered from the ruins.
Ayutthaya had been capital of Thailand during the 14th to 18th centuries from the shifting of political power from Sukhothai. The stability of Ayutthaya over the length of 417 years under the system of feudalism enabled the capital to develop Thai culture from the simplicity of Sukhothai to a very elaborate and sophisticated one. This culture has been handed down to the present and has been transmitted to the neighbouring countries. It's political power and its economic fame were recognized not only in Southeast Asia region but amongst the European countries as well.
Ayutthaya was burned down to the ground more than 200 years ago. The pride in our long past glory remains. Ayutthaya, was a stopping place on the maritime trade routes, and is significant and should be conserved as a historical heritage.
Wat Chai Watthanaram
Wat Choeng Thar
Wat Hasadavas
Wat Kasattrathirat
Wat Kudi Dao
Wat Lokaya Suttha
Wat Maha That
Wat Maheyong
Wat Na Phramen
Wat Nok
Wat Phra Mongkhonbophit
Wat Phananchoeng
Wat Phra Ram
Wat Phra Sri San Phet
Wat Phu-Khao Thong
Wat Phutthaisawan
Wat Rajaburana
Wat Samanakot
Wat Suwandararam
Wat Thammikarat
Wat Worachettharam
Wat Worapho
Wat Yai Chai Mongkol
Tour attraction in the City
Ayutthaya Historical Study Centre
Bung Phra Ram (Nong Sano)
Chantarakasem National Museum
The Chao Sam Phraya National Museum
City Pillar Shrine
Elephant taxis at Ayutthaya
Khun Phaen House
King U-Thong Monument
Phra Chedi Sisuriyothai
Queen Suri Yothai Memorial
Reminiscence of the Glory of Ayutthaya
The Royal Palace
Si Nakharin Park
Thai Boat Museum (Pitoon Hommara House)
Tour attraction outside the City
Bang Pa-In Palace
Bangsai Arts and Crafts Training Centre
Tour around Wat Niwet Thamprawat by boat
Trip to Ayutthaya by boat
Wat Niwet Thamprawat
Ratchaburi, Thailand
Ratchaburi's most famous sights include the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market & Rose Garden. An early start is required as the floating market is all but finished by mid-morning. The Rose Garden then offers a good introduction to Thai culture with traditional dancing, martail arts, and other attractions.
Ratchaburi also boasts Thailand's first barehanded rock-climbing facility. The Khao Ngu Rock Park is a former blasting site which offers a thrill for bare-handed rock climbers.
Air-con buses from the Southern Bus Terminal to Ratchaburi leave every 30 minutes from 6:00 a.m onwards.
Ratchaburi is one of the central provinces of Thailand. Neighboring provinces are Kanchanaburi, Nakhon Pathom, Samut Sakhon, Samut Songkhram and Phetchaburi. In the west it borders Tanintharyi Division of Myanmar.
The east part of the province contains the flat river plains of the Mae Klong river, crisscrossed by many khlongs. The most famous tourist spot in this area are the floating markets of Damnoen Saduak. The west of the province is more mountainous, and includes the Tanawsri mountain range. As the mountains are made mostly of limestone, there are several caves containing stalactites. Some caves are inhabited by large colonies of bats, and it is an impressive sight when they swarm out in the evening to feed. Other caves like the Khao Bin are accessible for visitors. The main river of the west part is the Phachi River.
At the left bank of the Phachi river the Chaloem Phra Kiat Thai Prachan National Park is in process of being established since 2003: It is scheduled to protect 384.39 km² of forests which had been battle ground with the Communist party of Thailand in the past.
The history of the city of Ratchaburi dates back to the Dvaravati period, when it was an important city of the Mon kingdom. Of the contemporary city Khu Bua nearby only ruins remains. According to legend it even dates back to the mythical Suvannabhumi kingdom predating Dvaravati.
Chiang Mai is Thailand's second largest city
Chiang Mai. More than 700 km northwest of Bangkok, Chiang Mai is Thailand's second largest city. This statistic, often bandied about, has always testified to the enormity of Bangkok rather than the size of Chiang Mai, but things are changing.
The northern capital still captures the feel of a small town, but most first-time visitors are surprised at how cosmopolitan it is.
Allow a day or two to wander around the city, see its temples, and experience the exten-sive Night Bazaar, which offers Thai and northern Thai clothes and fabrics, crafts, jewellery, antiques and the like.
At Warorot market, one can find even more bargains. There are also many shopping destinations just outside the town specialising in such items as umbrellas, silverwork, woven baskets, woodcarvings, and antiques.
The northern capital still captures the feel of a small town, but most first-time visitors are surprised at how cosmopolitan it is.
Allow a day or two to wander around the city, see its temples, and experience the exten-sive Night Bazaar, which offers Thai and northern Thai clothes and fabrics, crafts, jewellery, antiques and the like.
At Warorot market, one can find even more bargains. There are also many shopping destinations just outside the town specialising in such items as umbrellas, silverwork, woven baskets, woodcarvings, and antiques.
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