Thailand Holidays Vacations
In the event of a quick poll regarding the most popular tourist destination in South East Asia, Thailand would probably win hands down. The amazing natural beauty of the country combined with its superb architecture, imposing ruins and tongue-tickling cuisine attracts tourists by the droves. You could be a historian, educator, tourist or a shopaholic shopper, there is something for every traveler to Thailand.
This is a country that takes the breath away from the most casual of sightseers. For sure, it is difficult to get away from the charms of Chiang Mai in the north with its mountainous terrain and thick jungles or from the reverence-evoking historical towns of Uttardit and Sa Kaeo in central Thailand or, for that matter, the hub of Khmer architecture known as Buriram down south. |
In this exotica-studded country there is one town attracting the highest number of tourists- Phuket. Nicknamed the ‘pearl of the Andaman’ and, alternatively, ‘the pearl of the south’, it is famous for its sandy beaches, lush tropical forests, snowy limestone cliffs et al. In addition, the Sino-Phuket architecture is a sheer visual delight.But if you are one of those inveterate shoppers who are never happier till they shop till they drop, Bangkok’s just the place for you with its astounding range of retail outlets and goods. In open markets it is always a good idea to bargain and bargain hard. If you take a local shopping with you, chances are that you will return with… well, a good bargain.
As for the city of Bangkok itself, now that is a different world in itself. Palpably representative of a polarized economy, malls offering luxury cars and designer clothes jostle side by side with small, wayside shops selling traditional Thai handicraft. Modern skyscrapers and sweeping freeways are quaintly juxtaposed against ancient wooden houses where you will find their dwellers cooking rice over clay charcoal braziers and harvesting rice by hand. Here, the old world and the new are piquantly balanced.
So what is the best time to visit Thailand? The best time, by far, is between November and February, after the monsoons are over. If, on the other hand, you wish to avoid the peak season surging with the press of humanity, you should consider visiting between April and June or between September and October.
Or, alternately, you could leave out the major destinations like Phuket and Chiang Mai.And when in Thailand, how can you miss sampling Thai cuisine? Simply lip-smacking, to put it mildly, its sheer range is designed to cater to all taste buds.So! Already planning your travel itinerary? You’ll have a great trip. Guaranteed. |
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