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Central Thailand

   
Most visitors to Thailand begin their journey in Central Thailand. Although many find the bustling capital city of Bangkok a little bit too populated and overwhelming, there are many beautiful locations close by. Whilst in the metropolis, check out the large lush parks, chill out at a rooftop bar and take a trip down the river to discover the sleepy Mon settlement of Koh Kret, which is famous for its pottery kilns and abundant beauty.

There are 19 provinces in Central Thailand, of which most are widely visited by tourists and international travelers. Perhaps the most well known province is Kanchanaburi, famous for the Bridge over the River Kwai, tiger temple and stunning natural scenery such as the Erawan National Park.

There are also several beautiful beaches in Central Thailand, and Hua Hin should not be missed, especially during the Jazz Festival, when thousands of people flock to the beaches to listen to some of the best jazz music from around the world.

Dotted around the region are some enchanting islands and especially worth visiting is the pleasant beach area of Cha-am, which is just a two hour bus journey from Bangkok. However, the island is very popular with Thai people and can become very crowded on the weekends and during major holidays.

whilst lovers of history will find their heart's desire amongst the interesting ruins of the Ayutthaya Historical Park and Nakhon Pathom, which is Thailand's oldest city and features the largest stupa in the world.

Generally speaking, travel within Central Thailand is undemanding as there is a good road and rail network. Catering to tourist tastes and taste buds, this is a good region in which to take it easy and acclimatize to Thailand.


 

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Bangkok skyline: Chao Praya Riverside

Bridge over the River Kwai, Kanchanaburi

Koh Kret

Cha-am

Other Locations:

Northern Thailand
Chiang Mai | Chiang Rai | Mae Hong Son | Sukothai | Petchaboon | Phitsanulok | Tak | Chiang Dao | Lampang | Lamphun | Nan | Pai | Phichit | Phimai | Phrae


North Eastern Thailand
Khon Khen | Buriram | Loei | Nakhon Ratchasima | Nong Khai | Nakhon Phanom | Ubon Ratchthani | Udon Thani | Uthai Thani | Beung Kan | Chiang Khan

Eastern Thailand
Pattaya | Chonburi | Rayong | Trat | Chanthaburi | Koh Chang

Central Thailand
Bangkok | Ayutthaya | Kanchanaburi | Phetchaburi | Prachuap Khiri Khan | Lopburi | Nakhon Nayok | Nakhon Pathom | Ratchaburi | Samutprakarn | Samut Songkhram | Samut Sakhon |

Southern Thailand
Koh Samet | Phuket | Krabi | Phang-Nga | Ranong | Songkhla | Surat Thani | Trang | Chumphon | Nakhon Si Thammarat | Narathiwat | Koh Lanta | Koh Phi Phi | Koh Samui | Koh Pha-ngan

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