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Phu Phan Rajaniwet Palace
The grounds of the royal familys Isan home , 14km south of Sakon Nakhon, are open to the public when not in use. Its quite a modest residence compared to some of their other palaces, but the gardens are beautiful and peaceful. You can only walk around the main grounds, but cars can
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Chao Phraya Wichayen
King Narai built this Thai-European palace as a residence for foreign ambassadors. Greek diplomat and trader Constantine Phaulkon was its most famous resident. Phaulkon’s knowledge of European technology helped him gain a place in King Narai’s inner circle. However, jealous courtie
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Wat Pa Nanachat
Wat Pa Nanachat was opened as a branch monastery of Wat Nong Pa Phong in 1975 specifically for non-Thais, and English is the primary language. Those with previous meditation experience are welcome to apply (write to the Guest Monk, Wat Pa Nanachat, Ban Bung Wai, Amphoe Warin Chamra
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Chantharakasem National Museum
The museum is within the grounds of Wang Chan Kasem (Chan Kasem Palace), built for King Rama IV at the site of a palace used by King Naresuan and seven subsequent Ayuthayan kings. The museum is large, but the collection (Buddhist art, pottery, ancient weapons, lacquered cabinets an
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Nong Khai Aquarium
First impressions may not overwhelm at this aquarium, as some of the early displays look a little shabby, but the further you go the more interesting it gets, especially the impressive giant Mekong river tank. A highlight is the feeding the man to the fish performance every day at
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Kamphaeng Phet National Museum
Kamphaeng Phet’s visit-worthy museum has undergone an extensive renovation. It’s home to an expansive collection of artefacts from the Kamphaeng Phet area, including an immense Shiva statue that is the largest bronze Hindu sculpture in the country. The image was formerly located at
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Laem Son National Park
The Laam Son National Park covers 315 sq km of land shared by Ranong and Phang-Nga Provinces, it also includes around 100km of Andaman Sea coastline – the longest protected shore in the country – as well as over 20 idyllic islets. Much of the coast here is covered with mangrove swa
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Chow Lair Village
Tiny Ko Sireh, 4km east of Phuket Town and connected to the main island by a bridge, is known for its chow lair (sea gypsies; also spelled chao leh ) village.Thailands largest settlement of chow lair is little more than a poverty-stricken cluster of tin shacks on stilts. The Urak L
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Hor Kaew Mukdahan
This eye-catching 65m-tall tower was built for the 50th anniversary of King Rama IXs ascension to the throne. The nine-sided base has a good museum with displays (labelled in English) on the eight ethnic groups of the province. There are great views and a few more historical displa
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Wat Si Chum
This wát is northwest of the old city and contains an impressive mon·dòp with a 15m, brick-and-stucco seated Buddha. This Buddha’s elegant, tapered fingers are much photographed. Archaeologists theorise that this image is the ‘Phra Atchana’ mentioned in the famous Ramkhamhaeng insc
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Nonthaburi Market
Exotic fruits, towers of dried chillies, smoky grills and the city’s few remaining rickshaws form a very un-Bangkok backdrop at this, one of the most expansive and atmospheric produce markets in the area. Come early though, as most vendors are gone by 9am.To get to the market, take
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Wat Kudi Dao
Though its not yet near Indiana Jones levels, forest is slowly reclaiming this attractive ruin. The massive main stupa has collapsed, but several buildings still stand. Its northeast of the train station, well beyond the realm of most of Ayuthayas visitors, so youll likely have it
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Phu Khao Thong
Originally built by the Burmese during a 15-year occupation, the top section of this huge white stupa was added later by Thais and you can climb the 79 stairs up to the midpoint for views of the surrounding rice paddies. The larger-than-life statue at the front is a memorial to the
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Ko Rawi
Ko Rawi has limestone hills and dense jungle, with first-rate beaches and large coral reefs offshore. Wild camping is allowed, with permission from the national park authorities. Excellent snorkelling spots include the northern side of Ko Yang and tiny Ko Hin Ngam, which is known f
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Prasat Sikhoraphum
Built in the 12th century, Prasat Sikhoraphum features five brick prang, the tallest of which reaches 32m. Two prang still hold their tops, including the central one whose doorways are decorated with stone carvings of Hindu deities, following the Angkor Wat style. There’s a sound-a
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Chyn Pracha House
Built in 1903 on tin-mining riches, this beautifully preserved Sino-Portuguese mansion should make any antique lovers list. Others might find the four-poster steel beds done up in Victorian lace a bit gaudy. But the atrium foyer with its arch-framed koi pond, gorgeous Italian ceram
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Wat Karon
Set back from the road at the northern end of Hat Karon is this relatively new, impeccably maintained temple complex with a small shrine occupied by a seated, black-stone Buddha. Behind stands the striking tiered-roof crematorium, which only opens on ceremonial days. The grounds ar
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Rama IX Royal Park
Opened in 1987 to commemorate King Bhumibol’s 60th birthday, this green area, about 15km southeast of central Bangkok, covers 81 hectares and includes a water park and botanic garden that is a significant horticultural research centre. There are resident lizards, tortoises and bird
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Phuket Art Village
A group of talented Thai artists clubbed together to set up this bohemian, banyan-shaded arts community, just off Rawais main strip. Feel free to wander the wonderfully creative home-studio-galleries packed with (mostly) boldly contemporary original artwork in vibrant colours and,
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Kathmandu Photo Gallery
Bangkok’s only gallery wholly dedicated to photography is housed in a charmingly restored Sino-Portuguese shophouse. The owner, photographer Manit Sriwanichpoom, wanted Kathmandu to resemble photographers’ shops of old, where customers could flip through photographs for sale. Manit
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