January 2006 ~ Travel In Home

Chinatown Bangkok

In 1782 when Rama I, first king of the new Chakri dynasty, moved the capital to Bangkok and began building the Grand Palace, the traders were relocated to a small alley called Sampeng Lane, the nexus of today's China Town.Today, the narrow pedestrian lane is packed with wholesale stores[...]

by Jour ~ Tuesday, January 31, 2006 0 comments

Thailand national flower

The national flower of Thailand is the Ratchaphruek (Cassia Fistula Linn) tree bears beautiful yellow cluster-shaped flowers. The Thai people regard its yellow hue as the colour of Buddhism and the colour of glory. Ratchaphruek blooms annually from February to May and symbolises the unity[...]

by Jour ~ Monday, January 30, 2006 0 comments

The Royal Sky Diamond Jubilee 2006

"450 World team sky divers to set new world records in Thailand"Throughout 2006, Thailand celebrates the auspicious occasion of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s 60th Anniversary or the Diamond Jubilee of His Majesty’s Accession to the Throne.An inspiration to his subjects, and highly[...]

by Jour ~ Saturday, January 28, 2006 0 comments

Huai Nam Dang-Panoramic View

Huai Nam Dang National Park (ห้วยน้ำดัง) is the famous sea fog views of Thailand, located between Chiang Mai and Mae Hong Son. Today it was formerly know as an area of Doi Sam Muen highland development project which was initiated by His Majesty the King to solve the problem of forest[...]

by Jour ~ Thursday, January 26, 2006 0 comments

Destination of Lovely Diving, Ko Kradan

One of the most beautiful islands in Trang, South of Thailand, Ko Kradan is located about 40 minutes by boat from the mainland or one hour by boat from Chaomai and Pakmeng. The best time to visit Ko Kradan between November to May. Ko Kradan has area about 600 rai (240 acres), most of[...]

by Jour ~ Thursday, January 26, 2006 0 comments

Celebrate Chinese New Year in Thailand

One New Year is behind us but another - the Year of the Dog, according to the Chinese calendar - is on the way. In Bangkok there isn't a better place to mark the occasion than in Yaowaraj, the famous Chinatown in the city's Samphanthawong District.The district is also using the event,[...]

by Jour ~ Thursday, January 19, 2006 0 comments

Do's and Don't in Thailand

The Monarchy :Thai people have a deep, traditional reverence for the Royal Family, and a visitor should be careful to show respect for the King, the Queen and the Royal Children.Religion : Visitors should dress neatly in all religious shrines. They should never go topless, or in shorts,[...]

by Jour ~ Wednesday, January 18, 2006 0 comments

Doi Inthanon, the summit of Thailand

Doi Inthanon is best known as the highest mountain of Thailand at the elevation of 2,565 meters above sea level. Nowadays, Doi Inthanon has become an increasingly booming tourist attraction of Chiang Mai.Up on this hill there is not only magnificent scenery, lush beautiful forests, and[...]

by Jour ~ Monday, January 16, 2006 0 comments

The Wonder Calcite Cave in Thailand

Located between Khun Yuam and Mae Sariang districts, Mae La Noi is a small district that highway 108 cuts through. The most interesting attraction of this district is Kaew Komol Cave or Calcite Cave, which is said to be the most beautiful Calcite cave in Thailand. Moreover, similar to[...]

by Jour ~ Thursday, January 12, 2006 0 comments

Fantastic Cave in Pang Mapa, Mae Hong Son

Nam Lod Cave actually comprises three fantastic caves. As it is a water cave, the only way to explore those caves inside is to raft along on the bamboo raft. Located around 77 kilometers before reaching Mae Hong Son town, Nam Lod Cave is the most well-know water cave in Pang mapa district,[...]

by Jour ~ Sunday, January 8, 2006 0 comments

Safari World, Bangkok

Safari World commences its operation on Feb 17, 1988 with a total area of 480 acres for its open zoo and 180 acres for its bird park.Attractions - Sarari Park : The ultomate safari experience features hundreds of animals from all over the world. Highlights include Wildlife feeding Show.[...]

by Jour ~ Wednesday, January 4, 2006 0 comments

Thai Pleasures

Sanuk, a Thai term usually translated as “Fun,” is a much-valued pursuit and covers a wide range of activities. Prominent among them are various traditional sports that despite such innovations as Western football and bowling have never lost their appeal to the vest majority of Thais,[...]

by Jour ~ Monday, January 2, 2006 0 comments