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The Tiger Temple is a popular tourist attraction, but it has attracted controversy ever since the first abandoned tiger cub was taken to the temple. Thai temples often become homes for unwanted or stray animals, notably dogs, but the temple of Wat Pa Luangta Bua Yannasampanno has become home to a number of tigers since [...]
Located in the same complex of buildings on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, Wat Phra Kaeo and the Grand Palace are regarded as ‘must-sees’ by many visitors to Bangkok. The area of Ratanakosin was established as the Thai capital by King Rama 1 in 1782 following the fall of Ayutthaya to the Burmese. [...]
Floating Market at Damnoen Saduak is just over 100 kilometres outside of Bangkok and is on many people’s must-do list when visiting the Thai capital. Some may argue that it’s ‘too touristy’, but I would recommend anybody to pay a visit because it is still a unique experience. The Floating Market at Damnoen Saduak isn’t [...]
If you only visit one temple in Chiang Mai, then this should be the one you visit. The mountain wat that overlooks the city of Chiang Mai is the holiest temple in the north of Thailand. History of the Temple According to legend, in the late 14th Century holy relics were placed on the back [...]
Whilst the choice of river dinner cruises in Bangkok is overwhelming, the same is not true of Chiang Mai. Mae Ping River Cruise is probably the best established of the few companies that run dinner cruises in Chiang Mai. However, the choice of food isn’t extensive with the option of a set menu or a [...]
It may be hard to drag yourself away from Krabi’s beautiful beaches, but a visit to Wat Tham Seua is recommended. A tiger once lived in the cave that is now the monastery’s main hall and hence the name. Set in a tropical forest 10 kms outside of Krabi Town, the main cave and temple [...]
A number of competing firms provide the option of an evening dinner cruise along the Chao Phraya River. It’s a pleasant way to enjoy Bangkok and the ‘River of Kings’ at night, with a typical cruise taking around 2 hours and ranging in price from 800 – 2,000 Baht. Most dinner cruises require reservations at [...]
