flights to thailand

Wat Mettadharmabodhiyan Chinese temple in Kanchanaburi

July 4, 2016April 14, 2017 James BaileyPlaces to visit

Wat Mettadharmabodhiyan Chinese temple Kanchanaburi

Wat Mettadharmabodhiyan is a Chinese temple in Kanchanaburi located 20km from Kanchanaburi train station. After a recent motorcycle crash I was encouraged to attend this Chinese buddhist temple in Kanchanaburi to pray and seek protection for my future riding. The […]

Khao Prathap Chang Wildlife Sanctuary in Ratchaburi

January 16, 2016April 14, 2017 James BaileyPlaces to visit

Khao Prathap Chang Wildlife Sanctuary in Ratchaburi is located at the base of Khao Prathap Chang Peak, opposite to the Tham Khao Bin Cave, in the Ratchaburi province. Now no matter where I travel in the world, going to a ‘zoo’ […]

Exploring deep inside Khao Luang Cave Phetchaburi

January 9, 2016April 14, 2017 James BaileyPlaces to visit, So you're in Thailand

No matter where you go in the Phetchaburi province, all Wats seem to be filled with inquisitive monkeys. Khao Luang Cave is no exception to the rule. Located in Mueang Phetchaburi District, Phetchaburi, Khao Luang Cave is one of the largest in […]

Is Phra Nakhon Khiri Historical Park the best in Thailand?

January 9, 2016April 13, 2017 James BaileyPlaces to visit

Now I'm fortunate enough that I am currently living within 1 hour of many spectacular Wats and shrines. Phra Nakhon Khiri is one said place, being a historical park in Phetchaburi, Thailand. Originally built by King Rama IV (King Mongkut), it is a testament to the wealth that has previously been seen in Thailand. It is located on a hill overlooking the city and can be seen from the highway if you are heading south towards Hua Hin. The name of Phra Nakhon Khiri translates to Holy City Hill, Thai locals know it better as Khao Wang, meaning hill with palace. Upon arriving at the temple, you will gain access to the top of the hill via a very modern looking cable car. You ascend quickly in the cable car up onto the 92m high hill. The entry price for a farang is 200thb, and on first inspection of the temple from the ground this looks like it is well over priced. It is not until you reach the top, that you are over whelmed by the amount of ground the palace actually takes up. There are many warning signs when you first get to the top indicating that you need to be very wary of the monkey's with the grounds. Take heed of this, as with most places that have a monkey colony. They can sometimes be aggressive, especially if provoked. The historical park consists of three structure groups, located on three separate peaks joined by manicured gardens and paved walking paths. The site itself was registered as a historical park in August 1979, with two of the palaces housing a branch of the Thai National Museum. On the peaks, you will find several Wats, the central peak houses a large chedi named Phra That Chom Phet, with the eastern peak housing Wat Phra Kaeo, the royal temple, built in similar fashion to the Wat Phra Kaeo in Bangkok.

Now I’m fortunate enough that I am currently living within 1 hour of many spectacular Wats and shrines. Phra Nakhon Khiri is one said place, being an historical park situated on a forested hillside at the edge of Phetchaburi, overlooking the city and […]

Sai Yok Noi waterfall Kanchanaburi

January 5, 2016April 14, 2017 James BaileyPlaces to visit

Sai Yok Noi waterfall Kanchanaburi is located right alongside the main highway. The area can be accessed by car, motorcycle or by tour bus. The train station at Nam Tok is located approximately 2km away. The area is also know […]

Family fun at Jomtein Beach Pattaya Thailand

January 4, 2016April 13, 2017 James BaileyPlaces to visit

Jomtien Beach is a 6 km straight stretch of beach which is a much quieter place compared to its sexy tourist neighbor to the north. Relaxing on Jomtein beach for the day can be much quieter and far less full […]

Pattaya Walking Street New Years Hot Spots

December 28, 2015April 14, 2017 James BaileyPlaces to visit

Well the countdown is on for New Years 2016, and you have landed yourself in Pattaya, Thailand. What can you expect from New Years eve in Walking Street Pattaya? The Tourism Authority of Thailand Hospitality invite “Pattaya Countdown 2016” throughout […]