Doi Inthanon National Park, Chiangmai, Northern Thailand

Doi Inthanon National Park, Chiangmai, Northern Thailand

is a part of the Himalayas.

Area of 1,005 square kilometers. Thailand's highest mountain which

is 2,565 meters above sea level. "Inthanon's highest point"
Visit Doi Inthanon : the waterfalls is May to November, wild flowers is December to February and ornithologists is November to March.

Phumisiri, twin pagodas were built to commemorate the fifty cycle birthday of King

Bhumibol Adulyadej and Queen Sirikit.

The pagodas enshrine Lord Buddha's ashes and Buddha images and overlook the

magnifiencent of Doi Inthanon

Sukhothai

Sukhothai is a mesmerising ancient province, full of historical places and objects which have earned the province a world heritage title. Remarkably, the Loi Krathong festival here is immensely grand, taking place amid on old city atmosphere. Climbers are also welcome to scale Khao Luang. All visitors are guaranteed to enjoy this province.

Sukhothai Historical Park
is a world heritage site, On approaching the ancient city, visitors will observe the top of numerous pagodas in many shapes as well as sacred churches. Inside and outside Sukhothai's ancient walls stand numerous historical sites, 70 are outside alone. The Loi Krathong festival takes place in this park.

Inner wall attractions include Wat Mahathat sitting in the middle of Muang Sukhothai, a highly respected temple with 200 pagodas sculptured in Sukhothai-style, with the Mahathat Pagoda being the most important. Others are San Ta Pha Daeng (Diety Shrine). Phra Ruang's palace hill, Wat Traphang Ngoen, King Ramkhamhaeng Monument and Ramkhamhaeng National Muserm.

Outer wall attractions include traditional-Thai-style building which houses the tourist centre, Sukhothai's ancient terra cotta collection, Wat Phra Phai Luang, Wat Sichum, Wat Saphanhin, Sareedphong Dam, Wat Chedi Si Hong, Wat Chetuphon and Wat Traphang Thonglang.

Si Satchanalai Historical Park
is the main attraction of Si Satchanalai district, housing numerous historical objects and sites. So far, 134 historical sites have been unearthed here, most important being Wat Phra Si Ratanamahathat just outside the ancient Si Satchanalai City's wall, Wat Khao Phanon Phloeng standing on al low hill, Wat Khao Suwankhiri with a tall and giant bell, and Wat Chang Lam with a large Lanka styled pagoda. Around the pagoda stand 39 miniature elephants. Remarkably, Wat Chet Thaeo, the most beautiful temple in the province, is also located here.

- Thailand Travel guide PTT

Smiley Moon

Smiley MoonPheonomenon Happened on Thailand Sky.
took on December 1, 2008
around 7.30pm. Bangkok

The phenomenon happened when jupiter and venus
and a crescent moon will be in the form of a smiley face in the sky.

Amazing Thailand Postage Stamps

Amazing Thailand Postage Stamps
Saneh Bangkok Charming Bangkok the city of Angles

Bangkok, Thailand's capital, ranks third as the most attractive tourist spot in the world.
It is the center of many types of tourism, which include an array of traditional and cultural activities, natural scenery, shopping areas, cuisine and entertainment. The life of Bangkok continues day and night, reflecting the past glory of the Kingdom and the image of Thailand as a modern country. The harmonious combination of the past and the present attracts tourists, both Thai and around the world.

Designer : Sawat Poonsawat

credit : Thailand Post Company Limited

Visit Phu Thai "Nakhon Phanom"

Nakhon Phanom is one of the border provinces along the Mekong River, an area a fascination as other Northeastern provinces. It has a treasure Phrathat Phanom which as also the symbol of the province. Besides, the home of Phu Thai people in Renu Nakhon district is indeed worth a visit.

Phrathat Phanom which was decaying with time was rebuilt with contributions from local people and a government fund. On top of the new pagoda is a 110kg. gold layered umbrella. The pagoda contains Lord Buddha's relics.

Shopping : Silk and cotton sarong, Khaen a local musical instrument, Handicrafts including sticky rice bamboo containers and mats.

- Thailand Travel guide, PTT