Amazing Thailand

Buffalo Racing

2008-10-09T00:07:00.000+07:00

Buffalo Racing

You could be forgiven for thinking that a domesticated buffalo is not built for sprinting, but in Chonburi town, the gateway to resorts along the east coast of the Gulf of Thailand, farmers have managed to tweak a turn of speed from these working animals that is nothing short of amazing.
The annual Buffalo races, 13 October, are a hotly contested series of sprints across on an open space in front of the town’s municipal offices.Tourists and the town’s residents turn out for these amazing races that have been featured in the past on CNN and the BBC as a must-see event.
The races are taken very seriously by the owners of the buffaloes. Prizes for the first nose past the finishing line guarantee owners go to considerable lengths to ensure their buffaloes are in tip-top condition. Clouds of dust rise as these hefty animals pound down the short course at an alarming speed, reminiscent of a stampede. The crowd roars in support of the favourites and the atmosphere is as an enthralling as watching thoroughbred race horses.Admittedly, mites slower than a race horse, but the buffaloes are no slouches when it comes to making a short dash for glory.
Although this day of fun and competition would succeed with just the buffaloes as the celebrities, there are other activities to make it a worthwhile outing for families.A fair with food stalls and handicrafts appeals to visitors who love authentic Thai food, snacks and sweets. Then there are the rides for children, concerts of folk music and, of course, a beauty contest where the prize is the honour of being declared Miss Buffalo. Not exactly the most adhering of titles for an aspiring beauty queen, but it does not seem to deter contestants from seeking the limelight of the catwalk.Here is a festival that provides photo opportunities to capture an unusual adaptation of the 100-metre dash. Well worth seeing, is always the conclusion of those who make the effort to travel to Chonburi.
If the more traditional version of four-legged races is more appealing then the venue should be the Horse Show, 23 October at the Sanctuary of Truth, also in Chonburi province, on the outskirts of Pattaya The show is organised to commemorate the reign of King Rama V, the Great, on a day set aside as a national holiday to honour a ruler who initiated many of the developments that ultimately encouraged the economic and social transformation of the nation.

About Thailand

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Thailand is located in the southeast of Asia for long centuryAs we well known as Siam our neighbors are Laos, Malasia,Vietnam ,Cambodia and Myanmar. Its appearance of Siam looks like an axe, with the crowed by the golf and much kind of plants, animals. Thailand has four regions combine with north, south, east and east, the climate of Thailand divide to warm and hot and we have raining season, the average temperature is 75-92 FThe opinion of the historical evidence have been separated to a few reasons, some were agreed with people emigrated from the southern of china and a new recover of Ban Ching are lifestyle in the north of Thailand can pointed out the old reasons that they seen the evidence over 3,500 years ,with fairy culture are combine together in this period .The population of Thailand are steady at around 64.million and around 8 million in the capital city of Bangkok .Most of the Thai resident are Chinese and the others as Malay Vietnam and India. Thai is the official language of Thailand and separate in difference local dialect as north south east and west but normally English is widely spoken in Bangkok. Thailand is stead by freedom and never been the colony with any country .Most of Thai people are respect Buddhism and some are Islam and Hindu.Thailand is a freedom land with cohesive and openly and has attractive places wait for everyone in the world come to visit us as many products, tourism and conduct business with happiness in Thailand country.

People In Thailand

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Throughout her long history, Thailand has gently absorbed immigrants. Many were skilled as writers, painters, sculptors, dancers, musicians and architects, and helped enrich indigenous culture.
People inhabiting Thailand today share rich ethnic diversity mainly Thai, Mon, Khmer, Laotian, Chinese, Malay, Persian and Indian stock with the result that there is no typically Thai physiognomy or physique. There are petite Thais, statuesque Thais, round-faced Thais, dark-skinned Thais and light-skinned Thais.
Some 80% of all Thais are connected in some way with agriculture which, in varying degrees, influences and is influenced by the religious ceremonies and festivals that help make Thailand such a distinctive country.

Mun Nork Island - Your Privacy in Rayong

2008-09-18T03:06:00.002+07:00

If you are looking for a place …
a place … that give you privacy
a place that allow you to just laid back …
… Doing nothing … and
nothing disturbing you.

This is this resort slogan. That’s explain everthing. “Mun Nork Island Resort”
S o P r i v a t e and S o P e a c e f u l.
This island is located in Klaeng Bay in Rayong Province. 2 and a half hours by car from Bangkok to the pier and another 1 hour by boat to the island. This island is situated about 35 kms. away from “Samet Island” but use different pier.

You can either drive and park at the pier or take a public coach to Samyarn - Klaeng from Eakamai bus terminal in Bangkok then hire a small pick up car to send you to the pier which is about 15 minuites away from the coach station. There you are, the boat normally leave at 13:00 but you need to have confirmed reservation before going.

This place has many types of room for you too choose such as …
- A/C 1 bedroom with outdoor shower and terrace for 2 people.
- A/C 1 bedorrm with 2 big beds for 4 persons, 2 shower and terrace
- A/C 2 sperated bed rooms, outdoor shower and terrace for 4 persons.
- A/C 1 bedroom with 2 bunk beds, 2 outdoor shower and terrace for 6-8 persons

The price is also included full board meals on the island, retruned as scheduled boat transfer to & from island and accident insurance. Nothing to pay more when you stay in this island.

Is had 1 food house serving setted menu and also sell drinks and icecream. You can have Bar B Q seafood after your dinner but you have to arrange at extra and make your order in advance.

It has many activities to enjoy in this island such as skin diving, walk around the island in the morning, kayak boat and bananaboat at extra or just laid by the beach quietly spending time with someone or yourself.

Pack along books and personal necessities. This place is a place for sea lovers who seeks for peaceful vacation. Do not expect night life or five stars faculities there but spending time here is truly comfortalbe and difference.
… Mun Nork Island Resort …

Have a great fun at “Chockchai Farm”

2008-09-18T03:06:00.001+07:00

Chockchai Farm Tour, it’s an argro tour place just 159 kilometers from Bangkok, where you can get a feel of farm life in the largest standard dairy cattle farm through seeing the real farm life and having hands on experience with the helps of your guides.

The tourist get the real feel of the farm life by seeing and learning through experiences such milking cow, making fresh milk ice cream, seeing cowboy live shows, dogs rounding up sheep, dogs showing their skills, feeding animals and many other things. All these are not just for show but a poart of the real life of Farm Chokchai. The tours are arranged in groups, at fixed schedules.

Milking Parlor :At the Farm Chokchai have a high yield of milk, the cows are milked three times a day.

Lots of fun and great place for family :Seeing cowboy live shows, dogs rounding up sheep, dogs showing their skills, feeding animals and many other things.

For your convenience they would suggest that you check the schedule and book the tickets in advance. Ticket price for adult is 250 bhat and child (height below 140 cm.) is 125 baht.

About Thailand

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FACT AT A GLANCE

The kingdom of Thailand lies in the heart of Southeast Asia, making it a natural gateway to Indochina, Myanmar and Southern China. Its shape and geography divide into four natural regions : the mountains and forests of the North; the vast rice fields of the Central Plains; the semi-arid farm lands of the Northeast plateau; and the tropical islands and long coastline of the peninsula South.

The country comprises 76 provinces that are further divided into districts, sub-districts and villages. Bangkok is the capital city and centre of political, commercial, industrial and cultural activities. It is also the seat of Thailand's revered Royal Family, with His Majesty the King recognised as Head of State, Head of the Armed Forces, Upholder of the Buddhist religion and Upholder of all religions.

Thailand is a constitutional monarchy with His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, or King Rama IX, the ninth king of the Chakri Dynasty, the present king. The King has reigned for more than half a century, making him the longest reigning Thai monarch. Thailand embraces a rich diversity of cultures and traditions. With its proud history, tropical climate and renowned hospitality, the Kingdom is a never-ending source of fascination and pleasure for international visitors.
Neighboring countries: 1) Myanmar - west and north, 2) Lao P.D.R. - north and northeast, 3) Cambodia - southeast and 4) Malaysia - south.

Area: 513,115 sq. km.

Topography: Thailand is divided into 4 natural regions:
The mountainous North, with its profusion of multi-coloured orchids, fascinating native handicrafts and winter temperatures are sufficiently cool to permit cultivation of temperate fruits such as strawberries and peaches;
The high Northeast Plateau, which still jealously guards its many archaeological and anthropological mysteries;
The Central Plain, one of the world's most fertile rice and fruit-growing areas with colourful traditional culture and way of life as well as the sandy beaches of the East Coast and vibrant cosmopolitan Bangkok;
The peninsular South where the unspoiled beaches and idyllic islands complement economically vital tin mining, rubber cultivation and fishing.

Population: Thais are well-known for their friendliness and hospitality. A large majority of over 62 million citizens of Thailand are ethic Thai, along with strong communities whose ethnic origins lie in China, India and elsewhere. About 7 million people reside in the capital city of Bangkok.

People: Thai (80%), Chinese (10%), Malay (3%), and the rest are minorities (Mons, Khmers, hill tribes) Ethnic Thais form the majority, though the area has historically been a migratory crossroads, and has thus produced a degree of ethnic diversity. Integration is such, however, that culturally and socially there is enormous unity.

Language: Spoken and written Thai is largely incomprehensible to the casual visitor. However, English is widely understood, particularly in Bangkok where it is almost the major commercial language. English and some European Languages are spoken in most hotels, shops and restaurants in major tourist destinations, and Thai-English road and street signs are found nationwide.

Chiang Daw Cave

2008-09-17T18:32:00.000+07:00

We woke up about 07:00 to had breakfast at the hotel and start our today trip at 08:30. This morning we’re going to Chiang Daw Cave at Amphoe Chiang Dao, 72 kms north of Chiang Mai town, turn left at the entrance route and proceed for 5 kilometres on an asphalt road. This cave is an electricity and oil lamps illuminate. Chiang Dow Cave is one of the largest and most beautiful caves in northern Thailand. The entrance is only 20 baht per person but you need to pay for the local guide and a lamp to walk along with you in the cave for 100 Baht per lamp. 1 lamp for 5 people. This cave filled with grottos, Buddha images and many legends. We walked and crawled through the cave complex for approximately 3 kilometres.

This was very exciting for us because we never been into the cave before. At the front of the cave was colder than inside. We’re really enjoy what they had in the cave. It’s very beautiful that you can see some of the pictures that we posted here. It took us about 1 hour to finish the trip in the cave. Before we moved to the next place, we’re relaxed at the front of the cave with various kinds of fish swimming in a stream.

Sport X :After lunch, we’re headed to get some adventure at Sport X. Let’s drive ourself wild!!! This place is located at Ampur Maerim. They have 2 kinds of off road for you to choose Buggy and ATV. We chose 2 buggies and 3 ATVs. Because this trip we had children. We decided that kids can ride and play in the trainning course. The others will go the off-road track in Mae Rim. We drove across road, field and go into jungle through the challenge adventurous mountain trails along to view point to see Mon Long Mountain. This off-road trip time is about 1 - 4 hours depending on how much time you can stay in this place. Unfortunately we had only1 hour to be here. This is one of our unforgettable experiences.
Daily Program : 09:00 - 12:00 and 03:00 - 06:00

Sunday Night Market :It’s shopping time!!! This was the time that we’re waiting for. Sunday Night Market located at Ratchadamnoen Road. This is an absolute must that we plan to be in Chiang Mai. This market has only on every sunday. Relatively new to Chiang Mai it has become the most popular and busiest market attraction after the famed Night Bazaar and occupies four blocks along Ratchadamnoen road as it traverses the old town from Tapae Gate to the Three Kings Monument. This place you can find variety of things such as art, handicrafts, souvenirs and more are accompanied by buskers, food stalls and lots of people.

Cushion cover, scarves, candle holders, lampshades, jewelry, aromatherapy oil and so much more can also be found at the Sunday Market. If you are running low on energy you can have something to eat from any of the food vendors. You can also receive a Thai foot massage. We are recommended that this market should not be missed.
Shopping Time : 17:00 - 24:00 (Sunday only)

We’d finished shopping at Sunday Night Market at about 21:00. Then we’re back to our hotel to have a bar BQ party there until 24:00. What a great day!
To be continue in day 3 …

Sankhamphang Hot Springs

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The Tourism Authority of Thailand and Sankampaeng Cooperative Village collaborated in making improvement to the surroundings of Sankampaeng Hot Springs so that it could become a popular recreation area very near to Chiang Mai City. The spring is 34 kilometres from Chiang Mai by either the old Sankampaeng road or the newer bypass.
Sankampaeng Hot Springs is an ideal destination for those interested in health and well-being. A natural spring emitting water with high sulphur content, the spring is said to cure ailments and rejuvenate the body. The water has a temperature in excess of 100 degrees centigrade and the area is so active that there is ongoing research into how to tap the springs as a potential energy resource.

Sankampaeng Hot Springs is open daily and the admission fee for children is 15 baht and adult for only 30 baht.

Along the way to the hot springs, you will see the Mineral Watercourse that many people sit and soak their feet. This water temperature is about 45 degrees centigrade. I’d done that too. It’s feel very relax.

Other than The Mineral Watercourse, you can enjoy at the Mineral Swimming Pool or Mineral Bath. Thai Massage is available here too.

If you would like to boil eggs. You can buy fresh eggs at the shop near by the hot springs and try to boil them.
- Soft Boil = 3 Mins.
- Half Done = 9 Mins.
- Welldone = 10 - 15 Mins.
The water has a temperature in excess of 100 degrees centigrade. You should be careful!
After refreshing myself, It’s time to go back to Bangkok again. That’s the end of our 3 days trip to Chiang Mai. See you next time.

Khum Rak Kaew - An Antique Hotel in Chiang Mai

2008-09-17T18:21:00.000+07:00

The limitless imagination mixed with the charm of the city of mist. The embrace of a fresh stream and the fragrance of wild flowers come together to create a place of beauty.

By the No.23 kilometer marker on Mae Rim Samoeng Road passing Doi Inthanon. Khum Ruk Kaew lies on tour rai of beautiful hillside surrounded by a big wooden fence that attracts the eye at first glance.

Roses of all sizes and numerous flowers blossom together and the moss covered roof set the atmosphere for this place. All eight barns and 300 ox-carts are transformed into Northern-style residences including Ruan Somporn-Uthai, the main house. And Ruan Pum, Ruan Pap, Ruan Por and Ruan Rarin. The smaller houses. When my mind down and my eyes see the details, the amazing scene unfolds in front of me.

Every corner and every nook and cranny is tastefully decorated with valuable ancient pieces and every single one reflects the charm and enchantment of the people’s way of life, thoughts and local culture. Khum Ruk Kaew is like a paradise for those who love antiques. The only question is how mush time will be necessary to experience and appreciate all the art at Khum Ruk Kaew.

Dr. Somporn Ragrachagarn, the creator of this resort tells us how she began collecting antiques. She came across a small house owned by a merchant and was so impressed by it that she asked the merchant to build another like it.
Although the merchant had no experience in architecture, she trusted him and ended up with this beautiful place. After that, she fell in love with antiques because of it’s limitless imagination and principles. Therefore it is not surprising that Khum Ruk Kaew has become as unique and special as it has. Not only is the location interesting. But the food is also.

From the look in Dr. Somporn’s eyes, filled with passion for ancient art, and smiles from the cook, as everyone enjoyed their meal, made me realize that “Only passion is enough to create wonderful things Khum Ruk Kaew Resort is full of passion, happiness, and beauty. Maybe because of its charm and enchanting atmosphere, time cannot ruin or reduce the value this place.”
Khum Ruk Kaew : An Antique Resort Hotel43/1 M.8 Pong Yaeng, Mae Rim, Chiang Mai 50180For more information please visit : http://www.khumrukkaew.com/