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Probably an issue often raised by passengers wishing to travel to Thailand is: When is the best time to go? Not easy to answer as you would think, without knowing what the target with your friends journey.
There are three seasons weather that make Thailand the weather cycle: The Dry Season. Wet Season and Hot season. Inside the country the weather varies a lot from the cool north to the warm and sunny south.
Lets take a look at what Thailand is like the weather in each season:

Hot season:

March-June: The hottest months. April is particularly hot, almost too hot, even for locals. Put your foot outside, and you will begin to sweat within minutes, sweat dripping from your forehead. Hot season is beach season. Cool down in the blue sea and enjoy the shade of palm trees. Tractors may find it too hot to really enjoy.

Wet season:

July-November: The wet season is not a good time to spend time in Thailand again, no matter what you’re looking to do. Its damp, cold and the rain several times a day. Not just a few drippings, but the real monsoon style, where the sky seems to open. But the hotels are cheap and plentiful. A good choice for backpackers on a budget.

Dry Season:

December to February, the best season to visit Thailand. Thailand The weather here is almost normal, the air is clear of clouds and hot, but not too hot. If you try to go right now.

Thailand is a modern democratic Nation in Central Southeast Asia. Tai Thai is the word free. The Thai identity was formed in the late 13 th C at Sukhothai and is not to be confused with the name of the Tai ethnic groups who migrated from Yunnan in the 12th & 13th century. The nature of the Thai Nation today and its people can only be appreciated by examining its 2000 year recorded history and cultures of different peoples who live here. Thailand’s natural landscape includes tropical wet evergreen forests in Southern Thailand to temperate deciduous forests in northern Thailand, and we explore these in Thailand National Parks. Thailand art architecture and decorative objects should be considered in relation to the influences of religion, mythological beliefs and regional artistic styles. Thailand is so large and diverse we detail everything about Thailand in various regions, north, or northern Thailand, South Africa or Southern Thailand, Central Thailand and northeastern Thailand [I san].

Northern Thailand Travel & Attractions

The Thai government defines Northern Thailand as consisting of both [1] 84,000 square kilometers in eight provinces of Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phayao, Nan, Lampang, Lamphun, Phrae and Mae Hong Son, which area originally consisted of Lan Na principalities detailed in northern Thailand History link [Upper North] and [2] The 86,000 square kilometers in the lower North, comprising the provinces of Kamphaeng Phet, Thanks, Sukhothai, Uttaradit, Uthai Thani, Nakhon Sawan, Phichit Phitsanulok and Phetchabun, which area originally consisted of the Kingdoms of Sukhothai and later the northern parts of the Kingdom of Ayutthaya, Thon Buri and Bangkok kingdoms.

The differences between the Upper North of Thailand and the lower northern Thailand

A noticeable difference between the upper and lower northern Thailand is topography. Upper Northern Thailand is characterized by long valleys are generally north-south. Climate has three seasons, hot [April-May] cool and rains [July-September]. Approximately 72% of the area is mountainous, 21% 8% upland and lowland. The lowland is cultivated by the Tai people to wet rice.

Lower North Thailand has 45% of the total land mass of less than 150 meters above sea level and is comparable with Thailand Central Region. But the two mountain extensions of the Upper North, [1] Thanon Thang Chai Range to the west, and [2] Petchabun Range to the east attract an expansion of swidden hill tribe communities in the Upper North, all part of the exodus from China of these ethnic minorities over the past hundred years. Territorial differences in topography have estimated that the ethnic, sociological and cultural differences are mainly between lowland and highland population [Hill tribes]. These classifications are discussed and detailed explanations in northern Thailand PeopleSoft.

About Central Thailand

Central Thailand is located on the central plains of the Chao Phraya River and Meklong Valley. The first significant civilization here was that of the Mon people and during the sixth to ninth C Buddhist kingdom was mentioned in Chinese documents and silver coins as ”’Dvaravati. Influences from India, when merged in style characteristics formed the basis of religion, art, architecture and public administration.

In Southern Thailand

Southern Thailand consists of the southern peninsula in the Andaman Sea in the west and the Gulf of Siam to the East. There is a mountain range and Phuket Mountain Range is the most important of the West from Chumphon to Krabi and to the east is the Nakhon Si Thammarat Mountain Range from Surat Thani to Satun. Between these mountain ranges are the plains and limestone hills, in the south to the mountains Sannkalakhiri sharing Malaysia and Thailand.

Thailand has over 138 wildlife sanctuaries and national parks. The major sites are listed in reverse links, and we detail 20 national parks and ecotourism sites. Thailand is home to more than 15,000 species of vascular plants and 16,000 species of animals

Thailand Thailand travel and tourism to places of interest is not a matter of a few choices as is the case with many destinations in Asia. Thailand is large and diverse with a large selection of travel and vacation opportunities. In 2005 over 14 million tourists visited Thailand and their range of interests varied.

Thailand is known for its magnificent scenery, hospitality, historic monuments and cultural heritage that goes back thousands of years. A visit to this unique country will want to repeat Thailand holiday.

Thailand has a little to offer everyone. North Thailand boasts trekking, hiking, mountain tribes and ethnic communities with a colorful dress and unique customs and culture. The eastern parts of Thailand has outstanding beaches and islands (“The Beach” was filmed here) and water sports activities such as paragliding and snorkelling. Southern Thailand offers even more stunning beach locations (such as Phuket and Koh Samui), waterfalls, water sports like snorkeling, kayaking and beach parties still for three days. In West Thailand, you can see elephant, tiger temples and also the well known “bridge over the River Kwai.” “Central Thailand offers the hustle and bustle of Bangkok, with extravagant nightlife, plazas, shopping malls and a thousand year old temples.

Typically the local climate in Thailand is largely tropical, with an average annual temperature of 28 C. This is normally quite warm in the Central Plains and south, but cooler in the north, for example Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai to the UK where tourists can cool off. If you prefer a cooler time to visit the very best time is November to March when the days are generally dry and the humidity lower, although the island of Koh Samui is best seen from June to September.

Thailand’s rich cultural heritage has been influenced by Cambodia, Laos, China, Burma and the rest of Southeast Asia. Domestic religion of Thailand is Theravada Buddhism is central to modern Thai identity. The Buddhist religious life in Thailand has remained almost unchanged for centuries, and many Thais honor and respect it. This way of life can be seen every day of the floating markets, meditation and religious ceremonies. The peaceful and tranquil nature of Thais means you get a warm welcome and be taken that will have a much more Thailand vacations.

Thailand is quite accommodating for the British people. It will take about fifteen hours at a primary aircraft from Britain. Quite a few Thais speak English with large road signs in English and Thai. You do not have vaccinations for your holiday in Thailand, despite precautionary measures to prevent hepatitis, malaria and typhoid are recommended even if you dare to northern Thailand or being closed borders Mekhong regions. Foreign currency exchange rates are favorable and the prices are cheap, with a really good meal in a romantic setting takes around eight to ten pounds for two people.

Thailand is the only southeast Asian country that had not been under the European force. Thailand also attracts visitors who show their interest in history. Even Thailand, the selection of a society running in parallel, hi-tech life in the city, a pub, bars, the beach does not escape hastily and the sanctuary of the Lord Buddha. Now, Thailand has been traveler’s dream destination.

Thailand is known for vibrant cities and awesome beaches. Chiang Mai is located in the center north. Summer Palace of the King of Thailand and small villages in this city. This is very beautiful and historic city. Attraction in this city’s Buddhist temples that sprinkle the sky with shining gold. The most important place for visitors is Wat Chiang Mun Temple which is located within the old city walls. When traveling in the southern part of Thailand, you should not miss Ayutthaya and Sukhotahi. Both cities are classified as world heritage due to their one hundred songs and beautifully maintained old Buddhist temple. The oldest and largest temple in Bangkok is Wat Pho. This temple is famous for the 46 meter long statue of reclining Buddha and the largest collection of Buddha in the country. Every year a lot of tourists used to visit Kanchanaburi Lopburi and the city. Both cities are in the Central Thailand region.

Bangkok is the capital of Thailand and it is good place for tourists, it is quite different from the east and north, built cities. Bangkok is world famous for providing variation from the museum to the nightlife to the visitors. This can be very painful, while trying to move around Bangkok. Kra Isthmus is famous for their some of the most filmed beaches in the world. Phuket trip is one of the smaller and less commercialized tours with the most famous resort island. For younger travelers Ko Pha Ngan is famous for its regular Mon festival on the bustling coast.

Travel Thailand is very easy going and welcoming experience. All here, from simple to luxurious and affordable. The unbeatable combination of hi-tech, rein forest, beach and metropolitan city. Whether in Thailand is always sunny and the average temperature is around 25-30 degrees Celsius.

Bang Pa-In Palace is located in Ayutthaya province. (Approx. 61 kg. North of Bangkok) is one of the most beautiful palaces in Thailand. There are several buildings with different architectural styles that are very fascinating. (Greek, Chinese architectural styles, etc.) ) As you walk through the gate, you may feel you enter heaven.

The area is very large with beautiful park and the buildings are surrounded by the lake. You can have hundreds of photos over the area. Under those beautiful buildings, there are only two buildings that you may enter, Phra Thinang Withun Thatsana (which offers a magnificent view over the surrounding countryside to see) and Phra Thinang Wehat Chamrum is a Chinese-style building. (The building is constructed of the material from China)

I think the most beautiful building is Phra Thinang Aisawan Thippa which is a pavilion that stands in the middle of the lake. This Thai architectural style is really great!

Although the area is very large, I prefer to go and take a lot of pictures with all buildings which are all really beautiful. This is a very worthwhile visit and you will not feel tired, I can guarantee. “But if you do not want to walk, there are golf carts available for rent. Or if you travel with your little baby, who will be very convenient for you and your family too.

Come and see the Bang Pa-In Palace itself and you will agree with me that it is one of the most beautiful palaces in Thailand that you can not see anywhere else.

Here are great information on backpackers to Thailand.

Thailand Population: 64.1 (UN, 2005) Capital: Bangkok Area: 513,115 sq km (198,115 sq miles) Major language: Thai Major religions: Buddhism Life expectancy: 66 years (men), 74 years (women) (UN) Monetary unit: 1 baht = u003d 100 satangs Thailand is a kingdom of beautiful places and smiling faces. Until the onslaught of the Red Shirts, who caused uproar by travel alerts prohibit travel to these parts, Thailand has been one of the ultimate destinations in southeast Asia, “backpackers” gateway to the southeast. ” Actual Land of Smiles, the people have roared through one of its toughest years flashing their PEARLIES, teeth and all. And with harshness and violence is the political situation in the country, place, have one to speculate on the smile is still true. As the home of Phad Thai, Muay Thai, satay, and lady boys, they have every reason to smile. Still, despite the sensationalism of Thailand, hidden masks her beauty and acting, which is the basis of its “ultimate travel destination” honor and famosity still, be it in Pattaya, in Kho Lipe in the Chao Phraya in Kanchanaburi, or at Chiang Mai. Thailand still the heart of Asia and the Pacific, being a country of interest to any culture or range with his magic balance between ancient and modern world. Geography

Thailand (15 00 N, 100 00 E) points to its geographic coordinates in the heart of Asia-Pacific region, is the aviation center of the SEA. The Kingdom has a total area of 513,120 km 2, slightly smaller than France, but big enough for thick green forests and crystal blue sea and everything in between.   1000000 The terrain is generally mountainous, especially the northern part of the country with the highest point in Doi Inthanon at an altitude of 2,576 m To the center, the country is mostly flat and low, the Chao Phraya River Valley, but generally about several regional topography features.

“Many hotels have already extended their campaigns introduced a few months after the closure of two airports in Bangkok at the end of last year,” Thai Hotel Association president Prakit Chinamourphong said yesterday.

Occupation is heading up 30 percent this month (Thailand Holiday is not!) ) – Half of the 60-per-cent rate seen in April last year, he said.

Instead of hotels catering private villas in Pattaya enjoys a customers around the world, with a perfect location, no charge, no hotel restrictions and private swimming pools.

Niramon Makornpruttipong, regional manager for administration and member support services at the Best Western International, said the chain is 20-40 per cent discount offer on all its property in the Kingdom for the rest of the year.

As with other players, the Best Western also shed several facilities.

Erawan CEO Kasama Punyagupta said the impact of the recent unrest was at its blockade of the airport last year.

“Hotels have been running 50 to 60 percent full, which is 10-15 percentage points from last year’s level,” he said. “Over the next four weeks, this latest political unrest no doubt put pressure on the hotels’ occupancy in a similar pattern of what happened after the airport closures.” ”

, The newly opened Le Meridien Chiang Mai is reportedly cutting prices more than 50 percent in order to attract tourists.

Le Meridien Khao Lak Beach & Spa Resort sells a package of local people and expat residents BT2, 199 net per room per night. (We’re still cheaper average occupancy levels)

Plan includes daily breakfast for two, a 20 percent discount on food, 30 percent of the spa treatments and 20-percent less for transportation to the airport. This offer also comes with various stimulating leisure activities.

The Ambassador Hotel Bangkok offers three nights accommodation for the price of two until October, while Zeavola Resort in Krabi’s Koh Phi Phi offers a free sample of a 60-minute massage for one or two people per stay until June. ( (Big deal!) )

Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) yesterday announced a new campaign called “12 months, seven stars, 9 Sun” to boost domestic tourism all year round.

TAT chairman Weerasak Kowsurat said the TAT’s board was reviewing if it would change the advertising agency for foreign markets from McCann and marketing theme. He said some foreign tour operators had stopped selling packages to Thailand. (That would be good news?) )

To allay any concerns over the recent swine-flu scare in Mexico, 21 TAT offices around the world have issued a statement on Thailand’s preventive measures using this opportunity to buff up the Kingdom’s tourism image.

Day, Tourism Minister Chumpol Silapa-Archa introduce a tourism rescue package which includes insurance for foreign tourists and preventive measures against influenza.

The Songkran riots, issued 29 countries and territories travel warnings for Thailand. Only three – France, Italy and Hong Kong – have downgraded their warnings.

Chiang Mai is the second largest city in Thailand, and is regarded as the capital of Northern Thailand. Gold Chedis and ornate temples abound.T The atmosphere is very joyful, and pace of life is slow, to say the least. This can not be said about the markets, however, the pace here is more frenetic.N Northern Thailand travel experiences.

If it is possible for a local northern Thai population to take when shopping, you will have a much more satisfactory price. This is without doubt one two tier price structure, one for locals and one for the visitors.

All of the goods on display at the Night Bazaar will be manufactured in local villages around Chiang Mai. The craft villages such as Baan and BORSANG TAWAI represents a good price on their own, but if time is a limiting factor when the Night Bazaar shows up all the craft items available in the area.

Also to be found in the area of the Night Bazaar is an abundance of bars and restaurants where you can quench your thirst and rest your feet. All are reasonably priced and offer entertainment, making one of Chiang Mai, northern Thailand’s most attractive tourist destinations.

A little further out of town on the way to Doi Suthep located Chiang Mai zoo. A popular day trip from Chiang Mai is surrounded by forests and spectacular waterfalls. Feeding alligators is always a popular spectacle, but throughout the zoo, you can see all sorts of species of mammals, reptiles and birds, all in natural surroundings.

It’s pretty tiring to walk around the zoo, if you want to see everything, but they have mini-buses that you can jump on to get from point to point at a small cost.

Chiang Mai offers many hotels, from budget through to luxurious Sheraton Chiang Mai.

Something worth remembering is that the majority of the hotels have a daily price and even a monthly rate. Should you be staying more than two weeks in town, it is definitely worth ascertaing daily rate first. Having been offered the daily rate, ask the monthly rate.

In a hotel with a daily rate of 650baht, this means a monthly fee of 20,000 baht. You will be pleasantly surprised to discover that the monthly rate would be somewhere around 7-8000baht.

This leads to a saving of 1000 2000baht the daily rate. A period of more than two weeks involving an additional days will be essentially free.

The only difference in service is that the sheets will be changed only once or twice a week and the same goes for the chambermaid cleaning the room. A small sacrifice I would suggest.

South of Chiang Mai, Lamphun is, home to the Northern Thailand Trading Estate, which provides jobs for many multinational companies who’s names would be instantly recognizable to most visitors. Lamphun, also has its own moat and several historic temples. Lamphun is the original capital of the ancient kingdom Haripunchai.

Further south along the highway eleven Lampang, another city that attracts tourists to its important temples.

No more than the temple in the near Kho Ka Hang Chat. Her claim to fame is that it is the original home of the Emerald Buddha. Buddha was stolen in early monarchs and now resides in Grand Palace in Krung Thep (Bangkok to you and me).

Marks from the weapons of the time can be visibly seen in the masonry around the Chedi and big plays are made of the battle that took place. The original wooden temple exists to this day and visited with great veneration by the faithful.

Other city and deserves a visit, Chiang Rai. You have to drive north from Chiang Mai and you will eventually get over it is considered the top of the Chiang Dao – another sustantial peak possession of a fabulous complex of caves beneath it.

Farther north, leave the main route and travel through mountain passes to the Doi Angkhang – one of the last real wilderness in Thailand before the hills of Myanmar stretch out before you.

Another popular choice is to continue to Tha Ton, here you can board an overnight raft trip to the old northern Thai city of Chiang Rai. Much quieter and older than Chiang Mai, but beautifully preserved and presented.

In the southern route leaving Lampang heading for the hills to another beautiful city of Phayao, through Ngao, which lies at the foot of the mountains that must be crossed. I can testify from personal experience that it’s very exciting for this route to travel by coach. The drivers do not seem to accept that others using the road. Feel free to anyone on the route keeps well out of the road.

You know when you reach Phayao under the vast expanse of water on your left. There is a temple nestled on the edge of the lake that must rate as one of the most peaceful places on this earth.

Past Phayao main road swings north and eventually you enter Chiang Rai from the south. Further north, around 30 km is Mae Sai that claim to fame is to be the northernmost point in Thailand. The so-called Freedom Bridge marks the border between Thailand and Myanmar.

I personally can not imagine the local Myanmar consider it a freedom bridge, as the military junta keeps them firmly in Myanmar.

Moving from Northern Thailand in Myanmar, however, is definitely an experience not to be missed. Immiediately the bridge is a market which is a hotbed of smuggling or cheap goods of all hues.