Thailand, a land filled with unprecedented tropical beauty and historical grandeur, is a place for weary souls in search of an exotic vacation. If you look for a place that has a low cost travelling, good environment, rich culture, shopping center and modern living, Thailand comes as an ideal choice for you. Known as the ‚¬Land of Smiles', because of the friendly of people in Thailand. There are many reasons to visit this country, the first one that attracts visitors is its warm hospitality. Here are a few reasons why you should plan a holiday trip to Thailand soon.
1) Light on your pocket
A vacation spot may be charming, but you cannot enjoy it completely unless you have money in pockets. Everything is quite affordable and budget-friendly. In fact, one can easily find a hotels and guesthouses for under 640 Bath(15-20 USD) a night. Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, offers numerous hotels which are good value for money and visitors can crack a good deal. The sidewalk restaurants offer hygienic food at very cheap prices. This is the reason why Thailand is often known as a heaven for backpackers.
2) Many beautiful-enormous temples
Buddhism flourishes in every corner of the nation and Thai people have high regards towards their culture. The temples are an integral part of tourism and their fascinating architecture keeps the visitors hooked to the religious sites. Bangkok and Chiang Mai have a number of beautiful-holy places. The Grand Palace which is host to the most revered temple of Wat Phra Kaew or Temple of the Emerald Buddha is the city's biggest landmark. Other eminent temples include the Loha Prasat, Wat Arun, which is situated on the banks of the Chao Phraya River and is popularly known as the Temple of the Dawn, Wat Benchamabophit (The Marble Temple) and Wat Pho, the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. A visit to these sacred sites is sure to make the spiritually-inclined feel close to the supreme power.
3) Famed for its exotic beaches
Thailand is known for some of the best beaches in the world. This can be the reason alone to plan a holiday tour in the country. There are many beaches in Eastern Thailand such as Pattaya, Ko Samet and Ko Chang which can be easily reached from the capital city of Bangkok. Right from lazing on powdery white sand under the glorious sun to pumping your adrenaline through thrilling water sports. The Patong Beach is not only the largest, but also the most popular, while the clear blue waters, small islands and majestic cliffs at the Railay Beach in Krabi make it ideal for swimming, snorkelling, rock climbing and spending moments in the company of nature. There are others like the Maya Boy at Ko Phi Phi Ley known for its scenery and limestone cliffs, and Hua Hin Beach in Hua Hin sought by both local and international travellers.
4)Delectable Thai food
Tantalise your taste buds with exotic Thai flavours served at roadside eateries. The food is not only hygienic and delectable, but also affordable at 25-50 Baht. Hundreds of street stalls and open-air restaurants serve all sorts of curries, fruit shakes, stir fries and seafood cooked in infinite ways to cater to discerning gourmands. Spicy, sour, sweet, salty and bitter - Thai food is usually a balance of all these flavours. Ingredients like kaffir lime leaves, lime juice, lemon grass, fresh coriander, little green chillies, tamarind, coconut milk and palm are commonly used to make the food enticing and scrumptious.
5) Shop till you drop
Diversity prevails in Thailand even in terms of shopping. The country is filled with not only uncountable glitzy shopping malls, department stores and small shops, but also vibrant street markets where tourists take pride in being extravagant. The famous night markets of Bangkok and Chiang Mai present goods which you normally won't find in the malls. Chatuchak Weekend Market or the JJ Market spanning across 35 acres of land has become a must-visit among the travellers. Here you can find everything right from clothes, accessories, ceramics and handicrafts to antiques. One can experience the best of luxury items, and buy more than 250 world-class brands in Siam Paragon. The floating markets of Thailand too are an amazing experience. With several boats laden with fresh fruits and vegetables and shops on the sides reflecting the architecture of different zones of Thailand, they are a delight for the eyes. Bangkok presents a medley of luxurious and popular shopping malls like Siam Center and MBK along with the roadside stalls of Khao San Road. If you are looking for freshness and fragrance, the Bangkok Flower Market with all kinds of flowers like roses, orchids and lilies is the place to be. With different modes of transport easily accessible, travelling within Thailand is also easy. It has amazing cities like Chiang Mai and Bangkok, and most importantly the people are friendly. This gives enough reasons, why Thailand is a great getaway. So, if you are looking for a retreat, don't forget to consider a holiday tour in Thailand
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