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อุทยานแห่งชาติเขาสก จังหวัดสุราษฏร์ธานีอุทยานแห่งชาติ เขาสก ลักษณะเป็นภูเขาดินและภูเขาหินปูนสูงต่ำสลับซับซ้อนที่สวยงาม มีแนวหน้าผาสูงชัน ด้านทิศเหนือเป็นแหล่งน้ำขนาดใหญ่ มีแนวเขาล้อมรอบ เกิดจากการก่อสร้างเขื่อนรัชชประภา ป่าไม้เป็นป่าดิบชื้นมีพรรณไม้มีค่า เช่น โดแหลม ตะเคียน ยาง ตาเสือ หงอนไก่ กระบาก ยมหอม อินทนิน ฯลฯ พันธุ์ไม้หายากที่พบในเขตอุทยานเขาสก ได้แก่ บัวผุด เป็นดอกไม้ขนาดใหญ่ที่สุดของประเทศไทย
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Thailand Travel Udon Thani – World’s First Bronze Age Civilization

Archaeological finds here yielded evidence of a Bronze Age civilization that flourished more than 5,000 years ago. Located 348 miles northeast of Bangkok, Udon Thani is home to Ban Chiang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can enjoy the displays of prehistoric artifacts, including Ban Chiang’s highly distinctive pottery, and the open museum excavation. Spend a lazy couple of days wandering Ban Chiang village and making friends with the locals, who are skilled artisans in their own right.

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Thailand Travel Chiang Mai – The Gateway to the Mountainous North

Founded in 1296 by King Mengrai as a capital of the Lanna Kingdom, Chiang Mai offers a perfect blend of

history, with centuries-old temples next to the boutique hotels and colorful night markets. Located 435

miles north of Bangkok and conveniently accessed by both air and rail services, Chiang Mai always has

something to discover. Intriguing diversity among ethnic tribes coupled with breathtaking scenery makes

Chiang Mai one of Asia's most attractive destinations.

The city of Chiang Mai, pleasantly situated on the banks of the Ping River, is a treasure trove of ancient

temples, fascinating for their distinctive Lanna architectural style and rich decorative detail. On the

outskirts of the city is the famed hilltop temple of Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep. At 3,520 feet above sea level,

it is the most famous and most visible landmark with vibrant view of the city and surrounding countryside.

Trekking in the hills of the North is one of Chiang Mai’s most popular tourism activities. Popular jungle

treks last from 2 to 7 days and take trekkers through forested mountains and high valleys and meadows,

as well as visits to more remote high altitude hilltribe settlements for overnight stays. Treks commonly

feature travel by foot, sometimes by boat, elephant-back, or horse-back. For those who wish to hike to the

highest peak of Thailand which rises to 8,415 feet above sea level, Doi Inthanon National Park is a must.

And if you would like to learn more of elephant and mahout relationships, visit Elephant Conservation

Center at the nearby province of Lampang.

Visit Chiang Mai during Songkran Festival or Thai New year (April 13-15) and Yi Peng Festival or Lantern

Festival coinciding with the Loi Krathong Festival on the full-moon night of the 12th lunar month will

enhance your cultural experiences. Songkran festival features the Buddha ritual bathing and water

splashing while the Yi Peng festival features the release of the lanterns into the sky to worship the gods.

For shopping lovers, Chiang Mai is famous for its wealth of quality handicraft, both traditional and modern,

hilltribe handicrafts and antiques. Shopping routes include San Kamphaeng for cotton and silk products,

Bo Sang village for umbrellas, Wua Lai Road for silverware and Ban Thawai village for furniture and

woodcarving products. For fast and fun shopping, visit the Chiang Mai night bazaar.

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Thailand Travel Dok Krachiao Blooming Festival

The unique geographical landscape of Chaiyaphum Province in the northeast of Thailand gives rise to a range of natural attractions of exceptional beauty. Of these, the fields of pinkish-purple Siam Tulip, or "Dok Krachiao", come in to full bloom in the early part of the rainy season from June to August.

Also commonly called 'patumma', 'bua sawan' (heaven lotus), or 'bua bok' (the land lotus), the Siam Tulip is a member of the ginger genera - Curcuma or Zingiberaceae.

The unusual form, bright colour and long-lasting quality of the Siam Tulip has made it an increasingly popular choice for floral decorations. It is in high demand and is currently being cultivated in the form of cuttings or ornamental plants for local consumption as well as for export overseas, predominantly to Japan and the Netherlands.

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(by Steve Van Beek) It is no secret that for centuries the Chinese have been movers and shakers far beyond the bounds of their Celestial Empire. In Southeast Asia, they’ve wielded enormous economic influence, and the symbols of their power — China Towns, shrines, temples, dragons — can be found in a dozen cities, but these potent symbols are normally distinct islands within a sea of indigenous architecture and traditions.

While Thailand exhibits the same compelling evidence of Chinese presence, what sets Bangkok apart and makes for the visitor a fascinating journey of discovery is that subtle Chinese elements have also been blended into traditional Thai architecture. Like finding a Thai Buddhist temple tucked in a quiet lane behind a modern corporate glass tower, the evidence is there for the active traveller and the rewards for perseverance are a multitude of beautiful images that give an extra dimension to a visit and an insight into how Thais view themselves.

Wandering through Bangkok’s nineteenth century wat (monasteries), one becomes aware of something different from the stalwarts of Thai architecture like Wat Phra Kaeow (Temple of the Emerald Buddha).

On many temples, the pediments (the triangular end area below the roof) are covered in ceramic flowers – no roof shelters them, and the chorfa (often called the “sky tassel”), which reach into the air from the roof ends, is missing. Then there are the stone sculptures in the courtyards. These aren’t Thai historical figures, they are distinctly Chinese: generals, gods, demons, horses, pagodas, and more.

These unique temples include some of the city’s largest such as Wat Pho, Wat Suthat, Wat Chalerm Prakiet and Wat Arun, although the most notable examples — Wat Raja Oros, Wat Khruawan, Wat Nang Nong, and Wat Bangkhunthian Nai — are tucked away along canals on the Thonburi side of the river.

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Thailand Travel Hua Hin Regatta 2010

At the close of the month, 30 July, sailors gather for the annual Hua Hin Regatta 2008 that will test their skills over three days of competition. The coveted trophies are the Royal Vega Rudder trophy of His Majesty the King, Super Mod National Championship trophy from HM the King, OK Dinghy National Championship trophy from HM the Queen, and Princess Cup for Optimist Championship of the late HRH Princess Galyani Vadhana.



Hua Hin is considered the traditional home for the country’s sailing community, due to HM the King’s keen interest in the sport. A Southeast Asia Games winner in the sailing category, HM the King built his own racing dinghy and helped to establish the Super Mod class and is an enthusiastic patron of sailing resulting in this annual regatta being held in his honour off the coast of Hua Hin in sight of the palace.

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Join the alms-giving for Asalha Puja and the Khao Phansa Buddhist ceremony. Participate in the

ceremony of welcoming His Majesty the King’s royal candle and the international candle-carving

competition from various countries, as well as taste “Pha Khao Laeng” , a local food especially prepared

for tourists.

Contact :
TAT Ubon Ratchathani Office, Tel : 66 (0) 4524 3770-1, 66 (0) 4525 0714
Ubon Ratchathani Provincial Office, Tel : 66 (0) 4525 4827


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Thailand Travel Phi Ta Khon Festival


A HAPPY GATHERING OF FUN-LOVING SPIRITS
The Phi Ta Khon festival is unique to the Dan Sai district in Loei Province and reflects the local Isan belief in ghosts and spirits. Held once a year, it is part of a grand merit-making festival known as the "Boon Luang" festival.

The origins of the Phi Ta Khon Festival can be found in the tale of Lord Buddha's last great incarnation before attaining Enlightenment. In Buddhist accounts, it is said that when Prince Vessandara, the Buddha's penultimate incarnation, returned to his city, it was such a joyous occasion that the village spirits came forth to join the welcoming parade. This very colourful and vibrant Phi Ta Khon procession is the central focus of the celebrations.

In a lively re-enactment of the tale, the young men of the community dress up as "spirits" wearing long trailing costumes made from colourful strips of cloth sewn together.

The hideous-looking Phi Ta Khon mask which is made of dried sticky rice husk is painted in bright red, green or other colours, and features the characteristic long pointed nose. This completes the transformation. The clanging sound of the square cowbells worn around the waist announces the presence of the spirits who wield phallic-shaped long-handled swords decorated with red paint. The good-natured, fun-loving spirits mingle among the crowd, teasing and amusing all who take part in the procession. Spectators and visitors are welcome to join in the fun.


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Thailand Travel Vesak 2010 (Visakha Bucha Day)

Activities
Decorated processions on Vesak (Visakha Bucha Day) of government and private working units and exhibition about Visak (Visakha Bucha Day), contest of flower bush Trays, Contest of Soraphanya Reciting

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Bangkok Tourism Division Tel. 0 2225 7612-4


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Thailand Travel The Little Tour Guide of Doi Pui

Today we will take you to Doi Pui in Chiang Mai province, only a couple of kilometres from Doi Suthep, which is considered landmark of Chiang Mai. Doi Pui might not be as famous as Doi Suthep, but their beauty and wonder are hidden in this village, waiting for you to discover.

In this small village, there are a lot of wonderful things to do, such as sightseeing the beautiful pristine scenery, impressed with the hill tribe’s culture or listen to interesting stories from old people of the village. Since Doi Pui is located in the northern part of Thailand, where the weather is always cool, the agricultural products are their main income. In the past, most of the area was used to grow opium, but by the royal support of King Rama IX (- the present king -), the villagers were educated on how to earn a living according to the theory of sufficient economy (- a theory introduced by HRM King Rama IX, saying that a family should produce products at a certain amount that is sufficient to earn a living of his/her family and leave only a small amount to sell. By this way, people will be able to stand on their legs and depend less on the outsiders. -) by doing agriculture or making handicrafts to replace opium growing.



Despite being a key tourist attraction in Chiang Mai, Doi Pui offers an insight into how the hill tribes live in Thailand. The villagers wear traditional Hmong clothes, sell traditional Hmong handicrafts, and live in traditional Hmong-style homes. With the unique tradition of the hill tribe villagers and the preserved way of life, the tourists who visit Doi Suthep often visit Doi Pui as well. It’s only 10 kilometers far from Doi Suthep. Upon our arrival at Doi Pui, one of the very first impressive things that catch our eyes is “The Little Guides of Doi Pui”



As we enter the Hmong village, we see these little guides running to greet us and two of them offer to be our guides. We ask about the price, and they say “Up to you, sir” That’s how we meet our tour guides.



The little guides are children in the local village; they volunteered to be members of “Doi Pui Little Guide Club”. As the number of tourists has been increasing recently, the local school created this club for their students to earn extra money. Their job is leading the tourists in a sightseeing trip throughout the village, to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and their charming culture.



Our journey starts at a shopping area. Many shops sell local products or hill crafts, such as tea, silver accessories, crossbow, etc. Suddenly catch our eyes is a shoe shop, selling colourful handmade shoes in Chinese style, only at 350 baht. Now I’ve got a souvenir for my girl. After that, we have a chance to chat with a hundred-year-old man, the oldest man in the village. Another must-see in this village is the garden that exhibits models of the hill tribe’s daily life in the old time, including the collection of wooden tools and the opium.



I’m sure you don’t want to miss this. We rent a native costume to wear as our tour guide’s recommendation. There are many type of costumes for you to choose including ornaments that match the costumes. Here, the silver ornaments infer to status of the wearer. We choose their formal costume to try on. Since the climate in Doi Pui is quite cool, all the native costumes are made from thick material to protect the cold breeze and to keep them warm.



As we experience the beauty of this village, we find some children interrupt the charming atmosphere by keep asking money from the tourists. However, it’s only a small detect comparing to the spectacular mountain views and breathtaking scenery as well as being able to experience the fascinating lifestyles of the Hmong hill tribe.

Finally, we hope that you have fun reading our story. Don’t forget to visit our website, to see where our next trip will be. See you soon!!

Thailand Travel Songkran (Thai New Year)

This national celebration of the tradition Thai New Year captures the imagination of travellers for both its cultural and fun attributes; the latter being enthusiastic bouts of water splashing between friends and relatives.

In Bangkok, the Songkran Grand Celebration will be held between 10 and 15 April around the Rattanakosin Island district, sometimes called “Old Bangkok.”
The main celebrations, in the capital, focus on bathing rites of replicas of revered Buddha images originating from various provinces in the North, South, East and central regions, interspersed with traditional food and dessert-making demonstrations and cultural performances. The opening ceremony will take place, 10 April, at Phra Chetupon Wimol Manklaram or the Temple of the Reclining Buddha.

There are also important celebrations through the country at various tourist destinations:
• Old City Songkran Festival, Ayutthaya
• Songkran Festival, Chon Buri
• Amazing Songkran, Suphan Buri
• Phra Pradaeng Songkran Festival, Samut Prakarn
• Songkran Festival, Chiang Mai
• Songkran Festival, Sukhothai
• Fantastic Northeast Songkran, Golden Shower Tree and ‘Kan’ Festival and Sticky Rice Road in Khon Kaen
• Grand Northeast Songkran Festival, Nong Khai
• Songkran Nakhon Phnom and Thai-Lao New Year Celebration
• Hat Yai Midnight Songkran, Songkhla
• Grand Songkran Festival and ‘Nang Dan’ Parade, Nakhon Si Thammarat
• Songkran on the Beach and Phuket Bike Week 2010

Contact:
TAT Call Centre 1672
Events Planning Division, Tourism Authority of Thailand
Tel: 0 2250 5500 ext. 3470-3

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Each year Thailand is discovered by millions of visitors, drawn to its pristine beaches and aquamarine seas, as well as its rich culture, glitzy shopping malls, chic boutiques and colourful markets crammed with bargains.

With its enticing mixture of established destinations such as Phuket and Hua Hin, and out-of-the-way palm-fringed islands, Thailand appeals to the most varied of travellers, whether they are craving barefoot luxury or hippy chic. From staying on a converted rice barge, clambering into a jungle tree house or bedding down in a hill tribe village, Thailand offers a wealth of choice for every taste and budget.

Pampering is an art form in Thailand, and throughout the country spas offer authentic treatments whether it's in a 5-star luxury resort or a beach-side hut. If it's pulse-raising excitement you are after, head to the hectic sprawl of Bangkok's futuristic high-rise buildings.

Early morning is when the saffron-robed monks leave the sanctuary of their wats (temples) to receive alms from the people, be it in a dusty village or on crowded city streets. Buddhism is a way of life here and the Thai's are also strong supporters of their monarchy. In fact, His Majesty King Bhumibol is the longest reigning monarch in the world, since coming to power in 1946.

Following the end of absolute monarchy, Thailand moved towards democracy, but this was thwarted by the military, which has often staged coups in protest at government policies. The most recent was in September 2006 when a bloodless coup overthrew Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra and replaced him with an interim prime minister until elections at the end of 2007.

For all this, Thailand has risen above the economic collapse of 1997, SARS and avian influenza as well as the devastating tsunami in December 2004, to become a hugely popular destination on the long-haul tourist trail.