Holiday in Thailand
After a long work requires rest. It is best to hold it not only interesting, but also for the benefit of your health, so that bright memories remain and strength is added. Most often they dream of beaches, white sand and the sea. Rest in Thailand is good, of course, at any time of the year.
Pattaya is the most popular and famous holiday destination in Thailand. Pattaya translates as “southwest wind”, the emphasis in the name of the city is placed on the last syllable. For the first time, the Americans drew attention to the beauty of this paradise during the Vietnam War by organizing a recreation center for officers on the coast of the Gulf of Siam. Until that moment, it was a village idle, the inhabitants of which were engaged in fishing industry. Today, Pattaya is a world-class resort, rapidly developing and increasing the level of comfort offered.
Here are all kinds of recreation – youth and family, passive and active, contemplative and informative. The sea and beaches, the amazing beauty of nature are not the only attractions of Thailand. By itself, the country has both a distinctive culture and numerous traditions that are open to tourists.
By right, the Madame Nong Nooch Botanical Garden is recognized as one of the most beautiful parks in the world. In this whole complex there are gardens of butterflies, cacti, orchids. There is also a French park and a car park with exclusive cars, and all this against the backdrop of ancient temples. On an elephant farm you can ride them and see a show in which elephants demonstrate the ability to ride the ropes and ride a bike.
In Pattaya there are various farms and zoos, in which there are shows with the participation of wild animals – elephants, tigers, and you can also see pig races. The distinctive condition for keeping animals is that they walk freely in the wild. You can hold a tiger cub on your hands and feed a bottle of milk on a tiger farm. On crocodile farms, tourists can take part in feeding crocodiles.
Fans of outdoor activities should go to golf courses, shooting galleries, bowling clubs or go horse riding. Thailand is also a place where you can go diving at various levels. For example, in Pattaya, near the beach lines, there are several islands surrounded by clear water and coral reefs. For beginners experienced instructors constantly conduct classes. Here everyone will find something to their liking, be it fishing, kitesurfing, windsurfing, water skiing or sailing.
Many unforgettable sensations can be experienced on various excursions, the most acute of which can be considered a trip to Phi Phi Island: with strong agitation the boat takes on an almost vertical state. Tourists will receive indescribable impressions as a reward.
Thai cuisine is the most diverse, food can be found on any, even the most fastidious, taste. In hotels, most often offered buffet. Many cafes and restaurants specialize in European dishes or national menus of Russian, Italian, Chinese, Georgian cuisine. On the streets of the city, for a reasonable price, traders offer local food, designed mainly not for tourists, but for local residents. Exotic lovers will easily find dishes to their own taste, for example, dried grasshoppers.
Thailand’s nightlife, especially Pattaya, is rich: many bars, nightclubs. Walking Street is a quiet place during the day, but at night it is filled with colorful transvestite music shows “Alcazar” and other entertainment for adults.
The temples are another undoubted landmark of this corner. In the northern part of Pattaya is the Temple of Truth, a magnificent building built entirely of wood with strange carvings. On the South Street is no less amazing Temple of Destiny. There are several Chinese and Thai temples near Pattaya. It should be noted that all the famous temples in Thailand can be seen in miniature in the Park “Mini Siam”.
Numerous excursions are held in the cities, during which the guide-interpreters tell about sights, temples, zoos and gardens. After a trip to Phuket, rubber plantations and many monkeys will be remembered. In the rainy season, the sea is restless, but you can enjoy the sunset and admire the sea turtles. Guided tours of D. Bond Island, where you can wander through the mango thickets and explore the caves. Another option is to go to neighboring countries – Vietnam, Cambodia.
The most popular souvenirs are wooden products, crocodile leather or snakes, jewelry made of precious stones that are mined in Thailand, as well as silk. In the largest trade fair center Gems Gallery, courteous sellers are ready to tell in detail about the merits of the goods, after which it is impossible to resist because you cannot buy something for yourself.
In short, the rest in Thailand is something unforgettable, amazing, useful and informative. And if you have not been here, do not postpone the trip to the back burner: Thailand is waiting for you!