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Thailand Trekking and Adventures
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Thai Embassy London
Tourism Authority of
Thailand
In Thailand, the “Land of Smiles”, visitors discover for
themselves the genuine friendliness of the Thai people, their rich cultural
heritage and glorious cuisine and their Kingdom’s breathtaking natural beauty.
Temples, street markets and sumptuous meals, mountains, jungles and beaches, all
waiting for your enjoyment and appreciation. Seven hundred kilometres north of
Bangkok, Chiang Mai is Thailand’s second city and has been a flourishing
cultural and commercial centre since the 13th century. Situated in the
mountains, Thailand’s “Rose of the North” has a cooler climate and more relaxed
lifestyle than Bangkok but with ample attractions to enchant and entertain any
visitor. Located in an area of great natural beauty, just short journeys from
the city there are elephant camps to visit, rivers for bamboo rafting, trekking
trails and hill-tribe villages to explore. We do our best to avoid the more
commercial trekking routes and villages. Just 21/2 hours from Bangkok,
Kanchanaburi is one of the most beautiful provinces in Thailand with five
national parks within its borders, including the famous Erawan and Sai Yok
Parks. It is also, of course an area of great historical interest being the
location of the World War II “Death Railway” and “Bridge over the River Kwai”.
While the south is generally famous for its fine beaches and the international
resort of Phuket and Ko Samui, for the adventurous traveller the South has much
more to offer.
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