The main city of Thailand. The largest cities of Thailand

Thailand, albeit a small country in comparison with the rest on the planet, but it can offer a lot: beach resorts, a variety of attractions and a gorgeous rest both on the coast and far from Pomerania. Thailand resorts can be divided into beach and excursion, i.e. Those where there is no way out to the sea, but fully interesting places and attractions that travelers are attracted. Many travelers combine both destinations of tourism: settle near the sea, and the tourist significant places ride as part of the excursion group or independently.

Beach resorts

Going to the resorts of Thailand, located at the coast, you can choose something suitable for you, because the list of such resorts is great, and each place can offer some of its own features.

Pattaya

Samui

Phangan

Phangan - a small island near the larger Samui.

Most often, Phangan is considered not as a separate resort, but as an integral part of the major island of Samui. Phangan is famous for its night monthly parties on the beach called Ful Moon Pati (Full Moon Party), where a huge number of young people and those who love parties and discos are coming.

The rest of the time is the island is very calm and quiet. It is perfect for meditation and family holidays among the wild untouched nature.

waterfall than Prawet Waterfall

waterfall Peng.

To Tao

Tao Island is very small, but rather popular and is heard from foreigners. It is located not far from Samui and Pangan.

beach Chatok.

eastern Coast to Tao

Tao Island is considered the best place for diving and snorkeling. Most travelers come here for these entertainment.

Cha-AM and Hua Hin

Sima's bay in addition to the island of Samui can offer tourists many small island territories, considered the best resort areas of this region.

park himself Roy Yot

Among others, the Islands of Cha-AM and Hua Hin are highlighted, which can offer snow-white beaches, a purest coastline and a very beautiful nature.

Province of Krabi.

If you plan a lot of time to pay the journey around the neighborhood and visiting the country's natural attractions, then you should choose to relax any resort in Krabi.

Geographical location and population

The Kingdom of Thailand is a state in the central part of Southeast Asia, which spread on two peninsulas: Indochina and Malacca. This country is washed by the Andaman Sea from the West and the South China Sea from the East (Siamese Bay).

Thailand's area is 514,000 km 2. The country borders with Laos and Cambodia in the East, with Malaysia in the south and Myanmar in the West. The kingdom is divided into regions: northern, northeast, central, oriental and southeast. The country map resembles an elephant outline, whose trunk is the south of the kingdom.

The population of the "Smiles Country" is 65 million people. Most of them are ethnic thais (80%), in addition, in the main composition of the population of the Chinese, Laos, Khmer, Hindus and Malaysers. The official language in the kingdom is Thai, besides him, English, Japanese and Chinese are distributed in large cities. Calendar - Buddhist, ahead of Gregory for 543 years (2012 \u003d 2555 year).

Thailand city

Thailand is a state with a centuries-old history and developed culture. Thailand city Open the country to the guests a unique opportunity to get acquainted with excellent samples of historical architecture, see stunning natural wonders, and also plunge into the motley world of traditions of one of the most amazing countries of Southeast Asia.

Capital of Thailand - bangkok cityLocated in the central part of the country is one of the largest megacities of Asia. It is a kind of goal in the "country of smiles", although it is deprived of the entrance to the sea, it is through it that most tourists get into Thailand. Here is the largest meeting of palaces, temples, parks, museums and other important sights of Thailand.

Popular resort town Pattaya - The closest from Bangkok Beach Thailand. Although coastal areas are built up with comfortable family hotels, the city's activity center, attracting the bulk of tourists, is the famous street Volkin Street, full bars, discos and affordable women.

The capital of Northern Thailand is a city Chiang May Surrounded by a chain of the picturesque mountains and the glory of one of the most important spiritual and cultural centers of the country. The ancient Buddhist temples located here are worshiped as the greatest shrines far beyond the borders of the "free countries". The city is characterized by a developed infrastructure that will allow combining the inspection of natural and cultural attractions with a variety of entertainment and rich nightlife.

City AyuttayLocated 100 km from, was the predecessor of the current capital of Thailand. Burma troops destroyed during the invasion of the Burma troops, remains today the most important monument of the history and culture of Thailand.

Other major cities: Samutprakan (390 thousand inhabitants), Surathathani (130 thousand inhabitants) and Khonken (121 thousand inhabitants). Cities where the main resorts of the country are easily accessible and can hit the arrival of an unusually high level of service.

Resorts Thailand

The main thing is that attractive for most people rest in Thailand is the sea, sand and tropical nature. The numerous resorts of Thailand, located on the islands and in the mainland of the country provide excellent conditions for the beach recreation and a varied spectrum of entertainment related.

Phuket Island

The main and most prestigious beach resort of Thailand is located in the Andaman Sea, in the south-west coast of the country. Rest in Phuket will allow combining the pleasure of untouched tropical nature with an extremely saturated program of excursions and evening leisure.

The center of tourist activity on the island is the main beach -. On the beach, Patong is concentrated by the greatest number of hotels, entertainment institutions, also here is a scandalous street.

Island Samui

The second most popular (after Phuket) island resort of Thailand. Lovers of picturesque tropical nature, privacy and comfort come to relax on the Saami.

Phangan Island

A small island, located next door to Samui, has long been chosen by fans of modern music and reckless night fun. It is at this resort of Thailand that the famous Beachy Raiva regularly pass, to participate in which people come from all over the world.

Island Ko Chang.

("Elephant Island"), located on the southeastern tip of the Siamese Gulf, has long been a favorite holiday destination for representatives of the reign dynasty and Thai aristocracy. Today, this protected tropical resort, lost in the azure waters of the sea is one of the best places for secluded relaxation and dating with the nature of Thailand.

Province of Krabi.

Krabi Province is located in the mainland of countries, 170 km east of Phuket Island. There are such popular spa resorts in Thailand, as well as, which have become a place of shooting of the Hollywood blockbuster "Beach". It is also famous for its unique karst caves and numerous natural reserves.

Hua Hin

A small town, located 200 km from Bangkok, is considered one of the most prestigious beach resorts of Thailand. Noisy night entertainment is practically absent here, so Hua Hina Beach is considered an ideal place to relax with children and for leisure tourists.

What is the resort of Thailand to choose?

Beach and excursion rest: Pattaya, Phuket, Samui, Province of Krabi.

Only excursions: Bangkok, Chiang May, Ayuttaya.

Vacation with children: Bangkok, Phuket, Samui, Hua Hin, Koh Chang.

Night life: Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket, Phangan.

• Rest in Thailand In the rainy season (May-October) will allow you to save somewhat at the cost of staying at the hotel, but there is a high probability of taking a lion's time, hiding under the roof from the swirling element.
• Many popular attractions Thailanda (Temples, Islands, Parks) Cheaper and more interesting to inspect himself, after reading the route to them.
• Noisy Pattaya is having fun day and night. If you are not inclined to active recreation and night fun, you should pay attention to a calmer thailand resort.

Thailand is a country of hot sun, affectionate sea and an incredible drive. Spacious clean beaches, exotic vegetation and smiles of local residents leave Russian tourists with excellent memories of rest in Thailand. On the coast there will be a place and families with young children, and party members, and attractions - resorts in Thailand have for every taste.

Why go

In Thailand, warmly all year round, so many prefer to spend here all winter, ranging from Russian frosts on the hot coast.

Thailand is very long: there are quiet deserted corners, noisy party resorts and cozy little beaches. Among the resorts of Thailand, you can easily find the one that the family is suitable with young children, and the one that will like the youth company, and a secluded corner, where monkeys are more common than people.

This country has long been loved by Russian tourists for distinctive culture, affordable prices and active nightlife. Night clubs have almost every resort of Thailand, some of the islands (,) are famous for the holding of noisy, unforgettable parties.

Tours in Thailand

The prices of tours of 2 people for 7 nights with departure from Moscow

Currency

Thailand - Thai Bat currency. In one bate 100 satangov. One Bat is about 2 rubles.

Weather

Thailand is the territory of eternal summer. Speaking of weather, distinguished the dry season and the rainy season. The dry season lasts from November to March and is distinguished predominantly clear weather. This time is considered a tourist season. The temperature holds around +30 ° C, the water warms up to +27 ° C. The rains are rare, the sea is transparent, and there is no strong waves.

Rainy season in Thailand - from April to October. It becomes hotter, often there are shower, the sea is a storm, although there are clear days. The resorts are significantly less than tourists, lower prices for hotels and food. Surfers and Windserfers come at this time to catch the wave.

The duration of the seasons and their features may differ slightly depending on the resort.

Hotels

In Thailand a large selection of hotels. In resortfractions and most often found hotels in the category 2 or 3 stars. Hotels have smallels small. The level of service is quite worthy - the rooms have air conditioning, bathroom, refrigerator, terrace or balcony (depending on the floor), safe (may be at the reception). On, and you can choose accommodation in the bungalow.

Most often, hotels offer breakfasts, or breakfasts and dinners. The system "All Inclusive" in Thailand is unpopular, it can be found only in five-star hotels of major world chains.

In all hotels of Thailand (with rare exceptions) deposit is charged. This is a fixed amount for every day of accommodation or for the entire vacation period. The deposit can be made both in cash (only by Batami) and freeze on the credit card. Before departure, the deposit is coming back.

The hotels often have pools, spa salons, massage rooms, beauty salons, tour desk and currency exchange.

Suitable for both families and party members and for lovers of secluded corners. Many clean beaches with transparent sea.

Stormy nightlife, many clubs and bars, shows for adults. Behind the clean beach you need to sail to nearby islands. The most inexpensive vouchers.

Ideal for recreation with children or romantic leave thanks to the developed infrastructure and semi-empty beaches.

It will be interesting to connoisseurs of nature and those who want to do climbing. From here it is convenient to get to Phi Phi.

An ideal place to relax in unity with nature and for night parties.

The island's business card is clean beaches and untouched jungle and at the same time developed infrastructure. Suitable for all tourist categories.

Ancient Thai resort city for wealthy travelers.

The capital of Thailand is a city of skyscrapers, Buddhist temples, shopping centers and night entertainment. Bangkok need to be visited for a full-fledged acquaintance with the country.

How to get

Thailand is located in Southeast Asia on Indochina and Malacca Peninsula. The state from two sides is surrounded by seas: from the West - the Andaman Sea, from the East - the Siamese Bay of the South China Sea. Resorts with magnificent beaches are located in the south, and in the north a lot of greenery and mountainous relief.

Flights to Thailand there and back

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At all resorts, boating excursions on the nearby islands are popular - both one day and overnight. The program usually includes food, snorkeling, diving.

Entertainment

In Thailand, both adults and children will find a lot of classes in the shower. On most beaches you can ride water skiing, fly on a parachute, rent a kayak and dive with fish at a depth. Other popular entertainment - paintball, Skating on quad bikes, Visit Water Park.

You can go shopping. At large resorts (,) there are large shopping centers with European and Asian clothing brands. Inexpensively update the summer wardrobe and buy souvenirs in shopping tents, which are found at every corner. You can also bargain with sellers.

Lovers of nightlife will also be misfortune. Its night entertainment is known. It is worth the Thai resort to drop the hot southern night, as multicolored lights on, music and restaurants are racing, the night markets unfold their counters. One of the famous Pattaya brands, and Thailand as a whole - transvestite shows. (Alcazar Pattaya) and (Tiffany's Show) can be visited with children, there is nothing indecent there, just all the roles in the show are performed by men - quite as the legendary Japanese theater of Kabuki.

Good to know

• Slightly different from Russian externally (sometimes they have three holes). However, Russian forks with Thai sockets are perfectly combined. Adapter is not needed.
• Shopping lovers will be able to return to 7% of the cost of purchases by issuing VAT refund on the way back. To get a refund, buy in stores with the "Vat Refund for Tourists" sign and ask for the necessary documents (need a passport). The amount of purchases should be at least 2 thousand baht (in one store).
• Night markets in Thailand work around 16 to 23 hours. Read about legendary.
• From February 1, 2018, smoking on 24 beaches is prohibited in Thailand, including Patong (Phuket), Bopchut (Fr. Samui), four Pattaya Beach, Hua Hina Beaches and Cha-Ama and others. Pay attention to the stands with a warning next to the beach. It will be smoking in specially designated places. The maximum punishment for a prohibition will be a year of imprisonment and / or a fine of up to 100 thousand baht (almost $ 3 thousand)
• Under the full ban in the Kingdom of Weeps: they can not be imported, buying or used. You should not take with you electronic cigarettes in order not to get acquainted with a Thai prison.
• Do not leave valuable things unattended, especially on the beach. Follow the beach workers.

Currency - Bat. 1 BAT is approximately 2 rubles. You can take both dollars and euros. Exchangers work in hotels and on the street.	When to go - From October to April. The best time to relax - from November to March.
Language - Thai. In the tourist destinations know English well.	Most popular resorts - Phuket, Pattaya, Samui, Chang Island. On the excursions go to Thai temples, waterfalls, in animal parks.
Visa is not needed For a trip less than 30 days.	Time Fingering Moscow for 4 hours.

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Thailand is recognized as one of the best beach resorts according to National Geographic. But the beaches are not the only wonderful side of the kingdom. The sophisticated architecture of the temples, the romance of the old streets of Nongkhai and Morning Fleur Chiang Mai - all this in our selection of the 10 most charming cities in the kingdom

Ayuttheia

An ancient city, which at one time was at the intersection of trade routes from China, India and the Malay Archipelago, is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Like all the former great policies, and now well-groomed ruins, it attracts people with a fantasy. Yes, you will need to imagine what Ayutheya was in the 1350th, although the city was preserved very well! By the way, it can be visited as part of one-day departure from Bangkok.

Ayutthaya City, Thailand. Photo: 500px.com by alexander kozlov

Chiangra

Located in the north of the country, which gives it from the crowd of maritime tourists. Here is the thinner of the White Temple, whose vaults are decorated with stucco in the form of bones and skulls, and the interior is futuristic. In Chiangra, you can stay longer than a day to try climbing, ride the streets on a bike and buy unusual souvenirs at local fairs.

Wat Rong Khun Chiang Rai. Photo: 500px.com by Noppera Bosri

Chiang Mai

Another representative of the North, where you can relax does not rush. The second largest after Bangkok city of Thailand, Chiang Mai often serves as a transshipment point for excursions in the village of Mountain tribes (for sure you remember the Karench, who have a long neck of the ideal beauty) or a trip to the jungle. But the city itself can be inspected by weeks! The brightest memories leave the surroundings.

Photo: jjttravel.com.

Krabi.

"Classical Beauty of Thailand" is the best description for this place. You can easily come to Krabi, in just 15 minutes, get from Phuket, because the island is located very close to the province of the same name. In the city you are waiting for temples and authentic markets, and in the surrounding area - crystal clear water, white sands, waterfalls, wild beaches, sheer rocks. In addition, there are the most stunning sea sunsets in the country!

Kanchanaburi

The city is located in the west of Thailand. Kanchanaburi is a historic place: during the Second World War there was a famous camp of prisoners of war, the base for the construction of the Thailand Railway - Burma, known as the "Death Road". The most popular landmark is the bridge over the Kwai River, which Hollywood Director David Lin took the film, who received seven Oscars.

Waterfall in Kanchanaburi. Photo: 500px.com by Prasit Rodphan

Sukhotai

The former capital of Thailand is open to all who love "travel in time." In Sukhota, you can rent a bike and drove through the ancient city early in the morning. They say nothing compares with the view of the statue of the Buddha against the background of the Rising Sun!

Sukhothai Historical Park. Photo: 500px.com by anek s

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The small town in the north of the kingdom is easily accessible from Chiang Mai, especially since landscapes are beautiful. Pai is surrounded by hot springs, jungle, waterfalls. It can be compared with one of the Alpine towns, only much warmer and with the streets filled with Asian exotic.

Yellow House in Pai. Photo: 500px.com by Josan Jo

Samed

The island is known to the purest beaches and turquoise waters. Despite the safety of nature, Samad lives a stormy nightlife and is ready to offer you a meal in one of the dozen restaurants. Its small town is difficult to call the city, but if you are looking for an exotic place to live with the benefits of civilization near Bangkok, Samad is the best option!

Khao Laem Ya - Mu Ko Samet National Park. Photo: 500px.com by Taweesak Boonwirut

Nongkhai

The original city on the shores of Mekong allows you to see the sacred essence of Thailand. There is a historic Poh Poh Poh Bath Park, and in the surrounding area there are several temples. Relatively recently built a road-rail bridge, connecting Thailand with Laos.

THAI-LAO FRIENDSHIP BRIDGE. Photo: 500px.com by Karel Fransen

Phetchaburi

The ancient city, located south-west of Bangkok - Treasury for lovers of history and architecture. Former royal palace and temples are supported in full tourist readiness. One of the most visited places is the cave of Khao Luang with a sanctuary inside.

Natural Spotlight. Photo: 500px.com by Puniest Rojanapo

And what Thai city do you think the most beautiful you? Share opinions in the comments!