Chiang Mai Thailand

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.

K HOTEL IN PATONG PHUKET

K HOTEL - PATONG PHUKET

THE FRONT VILLAGE PHUKET

MONTANA GRAND PHUKET HOTEL

FRONT VILLAGE PHUKET HOTEL

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

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.

PHUKET THAILAND SCENERY

Scenery from the island of Phuket Thailand

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.