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Chiangmai: Rose of the north of Thailand
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| The Emerald Buddha Temple, Bangkok |
Thailand offers the visitor some of Asia's most beautiful and varied scenery, from forest-clad mountains to green valleys, lush rainforests, azure seas, and tropical islands. Its brilliant sun has nurtured a robust culture rich with antique temples, vibrant art, a succulent cuisine, and presided over by a sunny, hospitable people. The kingdom is divided into five key regions, each with a unique history and culture. The Central region includes Bangkok and surrounding provinces. Chiang Mai is the capital of the Northern region while Nakorn Ratchasima (Korat) is the gateway to the Northeast or "Isan" region. Phuket and Hat Yai are the principal cities of the Southern region. The East Coast is dominated by Pattaya, 135 kilometres southeast of Bangkok, and one of Asia's most popular beach resorts.
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| Prathat Doi Suthep, Chiangmai |
Thailand, a popular tourist destination with sights and charms pecullar to itself and the picturesque Northern region of which it is the centre, is "Chiangmai or Rose of the North". Chiangmai located 700 kilometres north of Bangkok whereas Bangkok is a mere 200 years old, was founded by king "Meng Rai" in the late 13th century and is one of the oldest continually inhabitted settlements in Thailand. Chiangmai is the political and geographic capital of the North by virtue of its central position and size. As Thailand's second largest city, it is home to some 1,570,000 people. Chiangmai people have their own lilting dialect, their own customes, their own architectural traditions, a wide range of indigenous handicrafts, their own dances and cuisine.
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| Doi Tung Palace, Chiangrai |
Beyond Chiangmai:-
CHIANGRAI: 180 kms. To the northwest of Chiangmai, has been growing recently, but still shows evidence of its lengthy past, predating the Northern Capital as its foundation does. Chiangrai has recently been announced by Thai Government to be World Food Bank Zone, New Territory Trading Zone (among Indo-China countries, China, Thailand, and Myanmar), and the best Tourist Attractions. The easiest approaches are by air and road, but the four-hous boat trip from Ta Thon down the Mae Kok River gives the best introduction. The so-called Golden Triangle meeting point of the Thai, Lao, and Burmese borders can claim to the most famous tourist destination, but its rival is the Doi Tung Development Project. Situated on the Reclining Lady Mountain near the Burmese border and initiated under Royal patronage, Doi Tung has become one of the Norths biggest tourist attractions. Different ethnic groups working there produce handicrafts that are known world-wide, and naturelovers are drawn from far and near to the Mae Fah Lung Arboretum, with its extraordinary diversity of flora. The project also offers accommodation of the highest quality.
MAE HONG SORN: On the Burmese border to the west is particularly attractive. Known as The City of the Three Mists, it can be reached in half an hour by plane, though those with the time may find driving round on the excellent highway a good introduction to the forest-covered mountains surrounding it. Home to most of Thailands colourful hill peoples the Pa Dong women with their elongated ringed necks (Long Neck women) the most spectacularly different in appearance it offeres the adventurous and energetic hot-springs, caves and waterfalls as near or farther destinations. Rafting on the Pai River is particularly recommended. But the small provincial town, with its morning markets and colourful festivals.
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| Phuket Bay, Phuket |
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