Chiang Mai , also sometimes written as "Chiengmai", is the largest and most culturally significant city in northern Thailand, and is the capital of Chiang Mai Province. It is located at [show location on an interactive map] 18°47′20″N, 98°59′00″ECoordinates: [show location on an interactive map] 18°47′20″N, 98°59′00″E, some 700 km (435 mi) north of Bangkok, among some of the highest mountains in the country. The city stands on the Ping river, a major tributary of the Chao Phraya river.
In recent years, Chiang Mai has become an increasingly modern city, although it lacks the cosmopolitan nature of Bangkok. It has many attractions for the thousands of foreign visitors who come each year. Chiang Mai's historic importance is derived from its important strategic location on an ancient trade route. Long before the modern influx of foreign visitors, the city served as an important centre for handcrafted goods, umbrellas, jewelry (particularly silver) and woodcarving.
While officially the city (thesaban nakhon) of Chiang Mai only covers most parts of the Mueang Chiang Mai district with a population of 150,000, the urban sprawl of the city now extends into several neighboring districts. This Chiang Mai Metropolitan Area has a population of almost 700,000 people, nearly half the total of Chiang Mai Province.
The city itself is subdivided into 4 wards: Nakhon Ping, Srivijaya, Mengrai, and Kavila. The first three wards are on the west bank, while Kavila is located on the east back of Ping River. Nakhon Ping ward covers the north side of the city. Srivijaya, Mengrai, and Kavila cover the west, south, and east side respectively. The central part(old town) is covered mostly by Srivijaya ward and partly by Nakhon Ping and Mengrai wards.
Sunday, May 4, 2008
Allamanda Laguna Phuket
The lagoon that leads up to the Laguna Phuket resort wedding chapel. One of the benefits of this beautiful Phuket lagoon is the bride and groom can ride in and out to the wedding chapel.
Khao Lak beach
Khao Lak (Thai: เขาหลัก) is a resort beach in Thailand, located 80 km north of Phuket International Airport in Takua Pa district, Phang Nga province and popular as a departure point for liveaboard scuba diving trips to the Similan Islands.
The pristine coastline is synonymous with beauty. Nearby rubber and palm plantations dot the coastal region and most nearby inland areas. The major national Highway 4 runs north and south and mostly parallel to the coastline. Khao Lak is a thriving tourist destination for backpackers, up-scale tourists, adventure tourists and seasoned scuba enthusiasts. Local peoples are mostly Thai often with some Chinese ancestry. The diversity of ethnic groups and cultural influences within and surrounding Khao Lak makes this region rich in agricultural, fishing and dry good products. Tourism is Khao Lak's revenue generating entity, becoming Thailand's most popular jumping-off point for the world renowned Similan Islands.
This is actual Bang Sak beach just a bit north of Khao Lak Thailand.
The pristine coastline is synonymous with beauty. Nearby rubber and palm plantations dot the coastal region and most nearby inland areas. The major national Highway 4 runs north and south and mostly parallel to the coastline. Khao Lak is a thriving tourist destination for backpackers, up-scale tourists, adventure tourists and seasoned scuba enthusiasts. Local peoples are mostly Thai often with some Chinese ancestry. The diversity of ethnic groups and cultural influences within and surrounding Khao Lak makes this region rich in agricultural, fishing and dry good products. Tourism is Khao Lak's revenue generating entity, becoming Thailand's most popular jumping-off point for the world renowned Similan Islands.
This is actual Bang Sak beach just a bit north of Khao Lak Thailand.
Krabi province
The Emerald of Andaman
Video of various tourist destinations of Krabi province. This video is a must for anyone planing a trip to Krabi. It gives you a good introduction to the beaches, the limestones, the caves and the diving sites within Krab.
Video of various tourist destinations of Krabi province. This video is a must for anyone planing a trip to Krabi. It gives you a good introduction to the beaches, the limestones, the caves and the diving sites within Krab.
Sunday, April 13, 2008
International School Phuket
After two months of waiting in suspense, the results of the new International Baccalaureate or IB prefects for 2008 have been announced. Yesterday, a ceremony was held to announce our final positions, which included a pledge recital from the prefects to all the IB students, promising their commitment to the school body. "as students of British.. " Once we recited the pledge, an honorary badge was given to each of us as a symbol of our loyalty. As prefects we are expected to uphold the British International School community ethics; HONESTY, RESPONSIBILITY, RESPECT, SELF-CONTROL, PROMISE-KEEPING, EQUALITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE.
Phuket Phi Phi Island
Phi Phi Island to Phuket Thailand. Sure beats the crowded slow boat and the view is excellent.
Banyan Tree Phuket
Set on Bang Tao Bay, a manicured tourist enclave in north-west Phuket, this is a flagship destination spa, with a team of brilliant therapists. All 140 villas have gardens or sundecks and open-air sunken baths, pools or Jacuzzis. The 13 Spa Pool Villas were recently renovated. There's an 18-hole golf course; meditation, t'ai chi and aerobics are also available. The Quest Adventure Programme for children includes rock-climbing and abseiling.
Monday, March 10, 2008
KATA PALM RESORT PHUKET HOTEL
Free Discount Coupon 50% Free Travel Insurance The mini shopping and entertainment center are conveniently within walking distance under the shady palm tree.
SRIPANWA PHUKET HOTEL
Breathtaking views combine with beautifully designed residences at Sri Panwa On a scenic headland above the Andaman Sea the resort offers the epitome of indulgence with exclusive access to an unspoilt beach Sri Panwas unique villas are custom designed to blend with the contours of the land perfectly complementing the natural surroundings Lavishly appointed spacious villas effortlessly merge interior and exterior areas; warm earth tones and the clever use of natural materials combine with the latest modern amenities
An infinity edge pool stretches over the terrace area of the estate villa overlooking a breathtaking vista of islands Sri Panwa also offers a unique forest spa and wellness hideaway providing therapeutic Thai and herbal massages guaranteed to revive tired spirits Once revitalised sample exceptional cuisine and Thai delicacies in the Baba dining lounge Things to enjoy Baba dining lounge Sai Spa private beach fitness facilities jogging trail mountain bike trail tennis courts yoga business facilities Nearby: Yacht trips golf off road 4 WD sea excursions scuba diving safari trips Attractions: Marine Biological Centre deep sea port Kao Kad View Point Phuket Town Wat Chalong Rawai Beach Laem
An infinity edge pool stretches over the terrace area of the estate villa overlooking a breathtaking vista of islands Sri Panwa also offers a unique forest spa and wellness hideaway providing therapeutic Thai and herbal massages guaranteed to revive tired spirits Once revitalised sample exceptional cuisine and Thai delicacies in the Baba dining lounge Things to enjoy Baba dining lounge Sai Spa private beach fitness facilities jogging trail mountain bike trail tennis courts yoga business facilities Nearby: Yacht trips golf off road 4 WD sea excursions scuba diving safari trips Attractions: Marine Biological Centre deep sea port Kao Kad View Point Phuket Town Wat Chalong Rawai Beach Laem
PHUKET COBRA SHOW
A look at a cobra show not far from Kata Beach Phuket.These were Siamese cobras that are very common in Thailand.
Friday, March 7, 2008
Deevana Patong Resort Spa
Patong Beach is a beach on Phuket's west coast, and to the town adjoining it. It is the main tourist resort in Phuket. It also contains an important centre of Phuket's nightlife and is the centre of cheap shopping on the island. The beach became popular with western tourists, especially Europeans, in the late 1980s. Numerous large hotels and chain hotels are located in Patong.
Patong Beach is more famous for its nightlife than the 2-kilometer beach that runs the entire length of Patong Town’s western side. Nightlife is centered on two main areas Bangla Road and Paradise Complex, with Bangla Road being predominantly straight and Paradise Complex being predominantly gay. Much mixing of the two scenes occurs due to Phuket Island’s tolerant nature, with Kathoey present on Bangla Road.
On December 26, 2004, Patong Beach along with many other areas along the western coast of Phuket and Thailand were struck by a tsunami caused by the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake. The wave caused a great deal of destruction to the waterfront of the beach and immediately inland, and many people were killed there. Patong was one of the worst affected areas of Phuket, although the destruction was not nearly as bad as nearby in Khao Lak.
Novotel Phuket Resort Thailand
This is the beautiful hotel that we stayed in on Patong beach. Great rooms, wonderful vistas and amazing pool. Great location at the very end of the beach.
Rawai Muaythai Camp
Rawai Muay Thai Camp is a Thai boxing & fitness training gym located on the tropical island of Phuket.
Phuket History
The most significant event in the history of Phuket was the attack by the Burmese in 1785. Captain Francis Light, a British East India Company captain passing by the island, sent word to the local administration that he had observed Burmese forces preparing to attack. Khunying Jan, the wife of the recently deceased governor, and her sister Mook then assembled what forces they could. After a month-long siege, the Burmese were forced to retreat March 13, 1785.
The two women became local heroines, receiving the honorary titles Thao Thep Kasatri and Thao Sri Sunthon from King Rama I. During the reign of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), Phuket became the administrative center of the tin-producing southern provinces. In 1933 Monthon Phuket was dissolved and Phuket became a province by itself. Old names of the island include Ko Thalang.
The two women became local heroines, receiving the honorary titles Thao Thep Kasatri and Thao Sri Sunthon from King Rama I. During the reign of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), Phuket became the administrative center of the tin-producing southern provinces. In 1933 Monthon Phuket was dissolved and Phuket became a province by itself. Old names of the island include Ko Thalang.
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