Bangkok was established in 1782
A.D. as a capital of Thailand (or Siam at that moment) by
King Rama I. This glittering capital has maintained it’s
enchanting custom with the harmony of ancient culture, novel
architecture, modern shopping centers and other joyful
entertainments. Allow yourself to touch the brilliant
Rattanakosin Island, where perfectly retains a trace of the
part. Moreover, this ancient trace dose not appears only
inside the temples and palaces but it also results the
colorful way of life of the descendants. This Land of Chao
Phraya River is still full of the beauty of the part and the
breath from the mixture of temples, Palaces, Village and
people.
Besides these,
Bangkok has a number of shopping centers where many elegant
and ideal goods are waiting for you to choose and buy. It
makes Bangkok to be regarded as “The shopping Paradise”.
Are you ready to
explore Bangkok, “The Angle City of Thailand”
The Kingdom of Thailand, located in Southeast Asia on the Gulf of
Thailand and the Andaman Sea, shares boundaries with Myanmar (Burma)
on the west and northwest, Laos on the east and northeast, Cambodia
(Kampuchea) on the southeast, and Malaysia on the south. The
capital,
BANGKOK,
an attractive blend of Western and Thai architecture, was
established in 1782.
Siam
is the name by which the country was known to the world until 1939
and again between 1945 and 1949.
Until May 11, 1949, an official proclamation changed the name of the
country to
"Prathet Thai",
or "Thailand",
by which it has since been known. The word "Thai"
means "free",
and therefore "Thailand" means "Land
of the Free."
It is well known that throughout the country’s 800-year history,
Thailand is only country in Southeast Asia that have never been
colonized and has existed as a unified monarchy since 1350.
The people in this area was influenced by various cultures, from the
Indians in the 3rd Century, the Mons between the 6th to the 11th
Century, and the Khmers who built the wondrous Angkor Wat and who
also left their legacy in the form of numerous stone sanctuaries
scattered across the Thai Kingdom.
It is believed that Thailand dominant culture have arrived with the
tribes who moved down from southern China thousand years ago. They
settled in what is now northern Thailand before expanding south to
the rich plains and valleys, gradually asserting their independence
from existing Khmer and Mon Kingdoms.
However, there are conflicting opinions as to the origins of the
Thais. Three decades ago it could be said with presumed certainty
that the Thais originated in Northwestern Szechuan in China about
4,500 years ago and later migrated down to their present homeland.
However, this theory has been altered by the discovery of remarkable
prehistoric artifacts in the village of Ban Chiang in the Nong Han
District of Udon Thani Province in the
Northeast.
These include evidence of painted pottery, bronze, jewellery, iron
tools and bronze metallurgy going back 3,500 years, as well as other
indications of a far more sophisticated culture than any previously
suspected by archaeologists. Furthermore, The Ban Chiang people,
farmed rice, domesticated their animals, and were skillful potters.
It now appears that the a Thais might have originated here in
Thailand and later scattered to various parts of Asia, including
some parts of China.
But even before human beings roamed the northeastern plateau, the
region was once home to a more ancient of animal the dinosaur, In
1984, fossils from a plant-eating dinosaur were found in Phu Wiang,
and was named Phuwiangosaurus Siamontyrannus isanensis, a fierce
meat-eating ancestor of the infamous Tyrannosaurus rex.
Introduction to
The
Northern Region of Thailand
Lanna :
The Northern
Region of Thailand
The
land of the million rice fieldsImplying that
the kingdom was very prosperous, Lanna literally means one
million rice fields. Today, upper part of northern of
Thailand is composed of the provinces Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai,
Lamphun, Lampang, Mae Hong Son, Phayao, Phrae and Nan.
However, this region once
belonged to the dynamic and influential Lanna Kingdom.
Moreover, the town of Hariphunchai (today call Lamphun) was
the capital city of this region before the period of Lanna,
until being colonized by King Meng Rai of Chiang Rai.
Subsequently, he christened it the Kingdom of Lanna, and
declared Chiang Mai as The capital as the capital city in
1296 A.D.
The Lanna way of life differs
greatly from the rest of the Thailand on account of its
unique cultural heritage. Moreover, forestay abounds in the
areas where the four main rivers, The Ping, The Wang, The
Yom and the Nan also have their sources. Ultimately, these
four rivers converge to become the mighty Chao Phraya River,
the largest artery of Thailand.
Calling themselves” Khon Muang”
these ancient people of Lanna have their own characteristics
of language, costumes, and cuisine that altogether make up
the Lanna culture. Concurrently, their religion and
architecture indicate a close link to Buddhism. Today, Lanna
has become a major northern tourist attraction with is
tradition villages, lifestyles, colorful clothing, and
fabulous handicrafts-especially embroidery and silverware.
Visitors will agree that a Thai journey is not complete
without a visit to Lanna.
Chiangmai
On the Ping River
basin,700 kilometers away from Bangkok is the home of Chiang
Mai , the second largest metropolis in Thailand that
established by King Meng Rai ,Prince of Chiang saen in 1296
A.D.
Nowadays, this great capital of
Lanna Kingdom still maintains spirit of Lanna wisdom,
culture and art. You can see it in the gorgeous temples,
like wat Chiang Man, the first temple which built by king
Mengrai, Wat Prasing, Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Jet Yot and
more.
Besides, Chiang Mai is also the
center for those traditional ceremonies including flower
festival in February, Song klan Festival in April, Inthakhin
(Ancient City Pillar) Festival, Visakha Puja Day in May and
Loy Krathong in November. All these excited festivals and
ceremonies are happened throughout the year! as well as the
number of fine handicrafts, weaving, woodcarving, silverware
and pottery, it’s a highly recommended destination for
shopping and entertainment
Chiang Rai
:The
Northernmost Province of Thailand Chiang Rai
is the northernmost province of Thailand where about 785
kilometers from Bangkok. It abounds with natural sours
including mountains, forests and rivers. The several high
mountains lay down from north to south, it reaches Maekong
River to the north and borders on both Myanmar and Laos.
King Meng Rai, the great first
King of Chiang Rai, established the city in 1262 A.D., and
then it becomes the center of Lanna Kingdom. One of the
well-know historical sites in Chiang Rai is Chiang Saen,
where there are many archaeological ruins including wat
Chedi Luang and wat Pa sak. These reflect the shiny era of
Lanna Kingdom and the charm of Lanna architecture as well.
Mae Sai is The gateway to
Myanmar, it has variety of items in incredibly cheap price
for the shopping lovers. Let’s take a break and sip a cup of
coffee or tea from Doi Mae salong at the Golden Triangle,
where drug traffickers secretly met to barter opium for gold
mug gets in the past.
Moreover, this plentiful nature
land is the place where tribes such as Akha, Karen, Muser,
and Lisu live in. You can climb to the top of High Mountain,
touch the fascinating culture and beliefs of hill tribes,
and memorize the fantastic experiences with the pure nature!
The Charm of Chiang Rai is looking forward to your
visit!
Lamphun :
The Discover
of Hariphunchai Kingdom
Situated between Lampang and
Chiangmai, 689 kilometers from Bangkok, Lamphun was the
capital of Hariphunchai Kingdom, Which established by Queen
Chama Devi in the 6th century. Then, after a
brilliant history, Lamphun became part of Lanna Kongdom.
Let’s come to experience the civilization, history and
architecture of Hariphunchai Kingdom at Wat Phrathat
Haariphunchai, Wat Chama Devi (also known as wat Ku Kut )
and the lost city of Wieng Kum Kam. Lamphun may give you
more then what you expect.
Mae Hong
Sorn : More the
Land of three Mists
Surrounded by high mountain-range
and Pai River ,924 kilometers from Bangkok , this solitary
province is the largest center of Tai Yai Community in
Thailand. If you want to learn the Tai Yai culture, life
style and Burmese, architecture, Mae Hong Sorn will not
disappoint you.
Beside this, try an adventurous
activity such as riding a mountain bike, trekking and
rafting in the extraordinary scenery of Land of Three Mists.
