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Siriraj Medical Museum
Various appendages, murder weapons and crime-scene evidence, including a bloodied T-shirt from a victim stabbed to death with a dildo, are on display at these linked museums – collectively dubbed the Museum of Death – dedicated to anatomy, pathology and forensic science.The easiest
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Anek Kusala Sala (Viharn Sien)
A popular stop for tour groups, this museum contains more than 300 impressive pieces of Chinese artwork, mainly bronze and brass statues depicting historical figures as well as Buddhist, Confucian and Taoist deities. Founded by Sa-nga Kulkobkiat, a Thai national who grew up in Chin
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Wat Rong Khun
Whereas most of Thailand’s Buddhist temples have centuries of history, Wat Rong Khun’s construction began in 1997 by noted Thai painter-turned-architect Chalermchai Kositpipat. Seen from a distance, the temple appears to be made of glittering porcelain; a closer look reveals that t
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Hin Chang See Viewpoint
While its difficult to get to – theres no public transport so you have to either drive the 50km, or hire a taxi from Khon Kaen – the Hin Chang See Viewpoint is well worth the trip. More than a viewpoint, its a wonderland of massive boulders (think house-sized) scattered around the
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Mu Ko Lanta National Park
Established in 1990, this marine national park protects 16 islands in the Ko Lanta group, including the southern tip of Ko Lanta Yai. The park is increasingly threatened by the runaway development on west-coast Ko Lanta Yai, though other islands in the group have fared slightly bet
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Mae Fah Luang Art & Culture Park
In addition to a museum that houses one of Thailand’s biggest collections of Lanna artefacts, this vast, meticulously landscaped compound includes antique and contemporary art, Buddhist temples and other structures. It’s located about 4km west of the centre of Chiang Rai; a túk-tu
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Ku Phra Koh Na
Fifty kilometres southeast of Roi Et town are the minor Khmer ruins of Ku Phra Koh Na , an 11th-century Hindu shrine. The Baphuon-style temple comprises three brick prang facing east from a sandstone base surrounded by a sandstone-slab wall that once had four gates. The middle pran
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Phra Nakhon Khiri Historical Park
This national historical park sits regally atop Khao Wang (Palace Hill), surveying the city with subdued opulence. Rama IV (King Mongkut) built the palace, in a mix of European and Chinese styles, and surrounding temples in 1859 as a retreat from Bangkok. The hilltop location allow
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Wat Luang
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Democracy Monument
The Democracy Monument is the focal point of the grand, European-style boulevard that is Th Ratchadamnoen Klang. As the name suggests, it was erected to commemorate Thailand’s momentous transformation from absolute to constitutional monarchy. It was designed by Thai architect Mew A
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Tham Erawan
If youre travelling from Loei to Nong Bua Lamphu, dont miss this amazing cave, 2km off the main highway in Wat Tham Erawan. The cave is in a group of rugged karst hills and is accessed by a steep but easily climbed stairway. The cave, with a big Buddha statue at its mouth, is very
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Phra Maha Chedi Chai Mongkhon
Far from finished, the Phra Maha Chedi Chai Mongkhon is already a sight to behold. At its heart is a gleaming white chedi rising a symbolic 101m, making it one of the tallest in Thailand. Its encircled by a 101m-wide building and sits on 101 râi (16 hectares) of land. Inside is a r
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Phra Ratchaniwet Mrigadayavan
With a breezy seaside location 12km north of Hua Hin, this summer palace was built in 1924 during the reign of Rama VI. Set in a beautiful garden with statuesque trees and stunning sea views, its a series of interlinked teak houses with tall, shuttered windows and patterned fretwor
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Wat Pho Chai
Luang Po Phra Sai, a large Lan Xang–era Buddha image awash with gold, bronze and precious stones, sits at the hub of Nong Khais holiest temple. The head of the image is pure gold, the body is bronze and the ùt·sà·nít (flame-shaped head ornament) is set with rubies. Due to the great
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King Prajadhipok Museum
This museum assembles old photos and memorabilia to illustrate the rather dramatic life of Rama VII (also known as King Prajadhipok), Thailands last absolute monarch. The museum occupies a grand neocolonial-style building constructed on the orders of Rama V for his favourite firm o
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Ao Phang
Established in 1981, 400-sq-km Ao Phang-Nga National Marine Park is famous for its classic karst scenery. Huge vertical cliffs dominate its 42 islands, some with caves that lead into hidden hôrng (lagoons surrounded by solid rock walls). The bay is composed of large and small tidal
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Sanctuary of Truth
Made entirely of wood (without any metal nails) and commanding a celestial view of the ocean, the Sanctuary of Truth is best described as a visionary environment: part art installation, religious shrine and cultural monument. Constructed in four wings dedicated to Thai, Khmer, Chin
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Wat Benchamabophit
You might recognise this temple from the back of the 5B coin. Made of white marble imported from Italy, the distinctive bòht (ordination hall) of Wat Ben, as its colloquially known, was built in the late 19th century under Rama V. The base of the central Buddha image, a copy of Phi
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Hellfire Pass Memorial
This poignant memorial is a beautiful tribute to those who died building the WWII Burma-Thailand Railway. Start your visit at the museum and get the free audio guide, which has detailed descriptions of the area and fascinating anecdotes from survivors. Then walk down a long stairca
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Um Phang Wildlife Sanctuary
The Nam Tok Thilawsu falls are near the headquarters of the Um Phang Wildlife Sanctuary, which is about 50km from Um Phang, towards Sangkhlaburi in Kanchanaburi Province. The 2km path between the headquarters and falls has been transformed into a self-guided nature tour, with the a
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