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Pictures of Koh Samui Part Three

admin — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 17:36:02 +0000

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Pictures of Koh Samui Part Two

admin — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 16:57:13 +0000

Some beaches are not as nice as others on Koh Samui. Ko Samui is still undeveloped in many ways. Some beaches are clean while others are not as clean. A picture sample of a road in Koh Samui. Roads on Koh Samui are often small and have trees on either side. Pictures of Koh Samui Part Two [...]

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Pictures of Koh Samui Part One

admin — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 07:23:26 +0000

Below are some great pictures of Koh Samui, Thailand. Koh Samui or Ko Samui (Samui Island) is a famous tourist destination in Thailand for those who love nature, beaches and water sports. Many tourists are European tourists. Few American tourists are found on Koh Samui. Breath taking view of Koh Samui bay Koh Samui picture – with [...]

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Pictures Chiang Mai Continued

admin — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 17:55:36 +0000

Picture of Doi Wat Suthep, Chiang Mai, Thailand. Doi Wat Suthep is one of the most famous attraction in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Almost all visitors to Chiangmai will visit this Doi Wat Suthep. The temple at Doi Wat Suthep is beautiful and probably the most beautiful and prestige in Chiang Mai. There are tons of gold [...]

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Pictures Chiang Mai

admin — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 10:30:48 +0000

Below are great pictures of Chiangmai. There are many places in Chiangmai to take great pictures. Below are just some Chiang Mai pictures that tell the story of the old town of Chiangmai and how Chiang Mai is today. Pictures of Chiang Mai – rice field Although Chiangmai has improved a lot over recent years, most people [...]

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Chiangmai Thailand

admin — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 10:30:01 +0000

Chiangmai is a famous Northern province of Thailand. Chiangmai has also been named the Northern Cultural center of Thailand. With a recent Prime Minister of Thailand being from Chiangmai, Chiangmai has received funds in the past years and has improved in many ways. What is it like in Chiangmai, Thailand? While Chiangmai is a cultural city in [...]

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The Chedi Chiangmai

admin — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 20:39:29 +0000

The Chedi Chiangmai is a resort hotel about 5 minutes walk from the Chiangmai Night Bazaar. The Chedi Chiangmai hotel is one of the most luxurious and exquisite hotels in Chiangmai that is located about 15 minutes drive from the Chiangmai International Airport which makes travelling to the Chedi Chiangmai hotel very easy. Below are [...]

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Chiangmai International Airport

admin — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 14:48:40 +0000

Chiangmai has one international airport called the Chiangmai International Airport. If you are visiting Chiangmai from Bangkok, you will have to land at the Chiangmai International Airport which is not far from Chiangmai city. From The Chedi Hotel in Chiangmai, for example, it takes only about 15 minutes by car to get to the Chiangmai [...]

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Map for Chatuchak Market in Bangkok

admin — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 11:40:54 +0000

Below is a map for Chatuchak Market in Bangkok Thailand. Chatuchak market is also called JJ Market or J.J. Market or JJ’s Market. Although Chatuchak Market is daily, the weekend Chatuchak market is most famous because at weekends, there are many more vendors at the Chatuchak Market or JJ Market. How large is Chatuchak Market in [...]

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City And Temples Chiangmai Tour Part Three

admin — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 17:47:06 +0000

Enshrined in Wat Suan Dok was built in 1383. It was constructed in the gardens of Lanna Royal Residence. The rows of smaller white chedis contain the ashes of Chiang Mai Royal family. City And Temples Chiangmai Tour Part Three is a post from: Thailand Culture Tags: city temples chiangmai tour part 3, temples Related posts City And Temples [...]

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City And Temples Chiangmai Tour Part Two

admin — Wed, 26 May 2010 08:21:20 +0000

Wat Chedi Luang: The temple was originally constructed in 1401 by the orders of King Saeng Muang Ma. In 1454, reigning King Tilo-Garaj enlarged the chedi to a height of 86 meters. After an earthquake in 1545, the chedi lay in ruins until 1991, when it was reconstructed at a cost of several million Baht. Wat [...]

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City And Temples Chiangmai Tour Part One

admin — Tue, 25 May 2010 07:16:32 +0000

Buddhist temples in Chiang Mai show off a mixture of architectural styles that reflect the varied heritage of Northern Thailand. Elements from: Lanna Thai, Burmese, Sri Lankan and Mon temples have all been used in one from or another. Intricate woodcarvings and protective Naga serpent staircases add a flamboyance that reflects an awesome reverence for the Buddhist religion. Gilded umbrellas, [...]

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Handicraft Villages

admin — Sun, 23 May 2010 19:44:46 +0000

Where are Chiang Mai’s best Handicraft Villages? Chiang Mai has long been known as Thailand’s City of Handicrafts. There are a few Handicraft villages tours in Chiang Mai. In the Sankamphaeng district of Chiangmai is the heart of the handicraft industry. Many of Thailand’s major producers are located here and you will find all of the [...]

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Doi Inthanon Continued

admin — Fri, 21 May 2010 18:41:58 +0000

Napamaytanidol Chedi (The Queen’s Napamaytanidol Chedi) On the main road to the summit of Doi Inthanon stand the two Napamaytanidol Chedi. These chedi or temples were built to honor the 60th birthday of the King and Queen in 1987 and 1992 respectively. Vachirathan Waterfalls Visit Vachirathan waterfalls, which are reached by a short, easy trail from the parking [...]

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Doi Inthanon

admin — Sun, 16 May 2010 12:34:14 +0000

What is Thailand’s tallest mountain? Doi Inthanon (ดอยอินทนนท์) is Thailand’s highest mountain. Doi Inthanon towers 2,565 meters above sea level (about 8415 feet). Complex mountain ranges and a mild climate characterize an area with moist and dense summit forest which is the source of important tributaries of the Mae Ping River. Mae Ping River is one [...]

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Tham Pla Fish Cave

admin — Sat, 01 May 2010 09:16:23 +0000

Tham Pla or Fish Cave is a popular attraction of Mae Hong Son. There are many caves in Mae Hong Son but Tham Pla has attracted more tourists than other caves. Tham Pla is a Thai word meaning Fish Cave. Tham is a cave in Thai and Pla is a fish in Thai. Most tour [...]

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Mae Hong Son Pictures

admin — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 12:44:36 +0000

Below are some pictures of the beautiful scenery of Mae Hong Son, a Northern Thai Province near Chiang Mai. People visiting Chiang Mai often visit Mae Hong Son as well. Mae Hong Sorn is a peaceful, countryside with not much to see but beautiful scenery. View from up high in Mae Hong Son Temples in Mae Hong [...]

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Mae Hong Son Tours Part Three

admin — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 12:23:50 +0000

Meo Microwave Village Tour The Mae Hong Son ’s Meo Microwave Village tour is a half day tour. The Meo Microwave Village tour is a scenic drive tour where you will see many great views of the Mae Hong Son province. The Meo Microwave Village is a Hmong Village. The Meo Microwave Village is called Meo [...]

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Mae Hong Son Tours Part Two

admin — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 19:19:03 +0000

Wat Phra That Doi Kong Mu Drive up to Wat Phra That Doi Kong Mu, erected by the first governor of Mae Hong Son. This temple reflects the strong influence of the Burmese, the highlights being the two lavishly decorated pagodas. This hilltop temple affords an exceptional aerial view of the city and surrounding mountains and [...]

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Mae Hong Son Tours Part One

admin — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 16:10:14 +0000

Below is the detail of the Mae Hong Son City Tour and Fish Cave Tour. Pick up at hotel by air-conditioned van. This Mae Hong Son city tour and Fish Cave (Tham Pla) tour is a half day tour. Wat Chong Kham Visit Wat Chong Kham (วัดจองคำ), an old temple on the bank of the swamp Nong [...]

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