The central Thailand is mainly the plains along the Chao Phraya River that flow into the Gulf of Thailand, so this is the most prosperous area of Thailand. This is one of the key areas of Thailand, the most populous part in this country. This following article will give you some useful information that you should know before traveling to central Thailand.
Central Thai cuisine is the combination of the best delicacies coming from other parts of Thailand. Central Thailand people like to eat plain rice along with red curry, sour soup, ray, herring, Thai fried eggs and grilled pork. Central Thai people also like to cook in royal style with more sophisticated processing. Therefore, the food is often soft and sweet, the way of presentation is more artistic.
1) Kanchanaburi
Kanchanaburi is a land with many forests, hills, caves and waterfalls. Visitors can go to Kanchanaburi by bus or train from Bangkok – about 130km to the east. Kanchanaburi is located at the intersection of the Khwae Noi and Khwae Yai rivers forming the Maenam Mae canal. The Death Railway traverses this city with its crosses over the River Kwai. Known for its spectacular natural beauty, Kanchanaburi has become a major tourist attraction for tourists visiting Thailand with many attractions and interesting experiences for visitors. The ideal time to travel to this area is from November to April to avoid the rainy season. However, if you visit Kanchanaburi in the rainy season, do not miss the opportunity to visit the waterfalls in the region as this is the best season when the waterfall falls. This is a quiet town, with a diverse habitat.
In Kanchanaburi, you will find a remarkable bridge over the Kwai River. The bridge or river is nothing special, except for the historical significance of this bridge. This bridge is a historical sight. The bridge was built during World War II, because the Japanese wanted to connect it to the vampire. After the bridge was built, a lot of people died. The bridge became famous, especially after a book on the bridge was published and an Oscar-nominated film of the same name.
Every year, at the end of November and early December, visitors to the city of Kanchanaburi will enjoy a large cultural event: Kwai River Bridge Festival with spectacular light sound performances replay the story of the war happened more than 60 years ago.
In addition, you can also visit the Erawan national park, with seven majestic waterfalls. You may have chance to admire Hellfire Pass Monument constructed to commemorate the prisoners who died in the war.
Coming to Kanchanaburi, you will enjoy a wide variety of interesting and enjoyable outdoor activities, such as: hiking, trekking and boating on the river. You can also experience kayaking, or simply enjoy the cool and fresh nature here.
2) Lopburi
Lopburi is a province in the northeastern part of Thailand, there are large sunflower fields. Khao Chin Lae is the most concentrated area of sunflowers in Lopburi. The fields of sunflowers before each blooming season are the center of attraction for many tourists to visit. The best time to look at sunflowers usually lasts from November to January every year. Sunflowers in Lopburi are grown for seed and oil, which is also Thailand’s largest flower basin. They are also mixed in cosmetic products and are the place for bees to collect honey. Therefore, sunflower honey is another product of the province.
Lopburi is still a destination which has not been explored in Thailand. In order to meet the needs of tourists coming to the flower fields on the east, pre-harvest flower farmers have added small services such as horse-carriage, some simple food stalls for visitors.
Lopburi is also home to thousands of monkeys, the monkeys here are free to live throughout the city. According to Thai regulations, monkeys are free to roam everywhere, they can be provided food.
Having experienced many dynasties, the architectural works in Lopburi are also diverse and rich with a mix of different cultures. Some of the typical temples like Phra Prang Sam Yot with its characteristic Khmer architecture or Phra Narai Ratchanivet Temple used to be the palace of King Narai.
In Lopburi, there are two annual festivities, the annual Narai Culture Festival, held in mid-February and the Monkey Festival takes place at the end of November every year.
3) Sangkhlaburi
Sangkhlaburi is a small town inhabited by many ethnic groups. If you are looking for a place of peace for the soul, this is the ideal destination for you. This peaceful town has impressive scenic, with many impressive architectural works and attractions. Visitors can visit Saphan Mon wooden bridges, Khao Laem Reservior Lake, national cultural centers and sacred temples. In addition, coming to Sangkhlaburi, you also enjoy a unique culinary heaven, and certainly satisfy many customers. Started to be known, then spread by the gentle paintings, Sangkhlaburi increasingly crowded.
From a man-made reservoir damming the river, the ancient temple floats in the green, from the longest wooden bridge in Thailand, from the temples of Thai, Burmese, from the jungle of rivers and streams rapids to the diversity of cultural crossroads, visitors Started to be known, then spread by the gentle paintings, Sangkhlaburi increasingly crowded. From a man-made reservoir damming the river, the ancient temple floats in the green, from the longest wooden bridge in Thailand, from the temples of Thai, Burmese, green, from the jungle of rivers and streams rapids to the diversity of cultural crossroads, visitors are totally impressed by its beauty.
The Baan Unrak vegetarian bakery is a popular pastry of Baan Unrak. This is a tempting cake that visitors should try when coming to Sangkhlaburi.
4) Thong Pha Phum
Thong Pha Phum is a small but crowded town, located to the north of Kanchanaburi. This place is especially famous for its busy night markets – one of the interesting features of the Thai people. Before coming to the city centre, you can visit Wat Tha Kanun – the pagoda located on the other side of the river. If you are looking for a youthful, bustling area with lots of exciting activities, the town center may be better suited for you. You can visit Vajiralongkorn Dam and Kheuan Khao Laem in the suburbs of the town.
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