Thailand Bird, Castles & palaces, Flowers, Food + Museum pictures

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A kaleidoscope of neon and racy nightlife, Thailand’s second most-visited city has softened its image, drawing more couples and families to its beaches.

Visit an ancient walled city and learn about the history of opium and the myriad cultures in this varied region.

Try snorkeling around the coral reef network, visit the market at the temple and relax by a lake in the beachside park.

Ride an electric bus around these huge grounds and get a closer look at the yellow ratchaphruek, Thailand’s national flower.

Marvel at the charming Winter Palace and inspect the rare and exotic plant species nurtured by the mountain air, cooler than elsewhere in Thailand.

Ride an electric bus around these huge grounds and get a closer look at the yellow ratchaphruek, Thailand’s national flower.

Stroll along meandering trails to appreciate waterfalls and delve into mysterious caves in this favorite park of the royals.

For an interesting day trip from Bangkok, visit this former Thai capital, a historical park with ruins and giant statues.

Ride an electric bus around these huge grounds and get a closer look at the yellow ratchaphruek, Thailand’s national flower.

Visit an ancient walled city and learn about the history of opium and the myriad cultures in this varied region.

Visit an ancient walled city and learn about the history of opium and the myriad cultures in this varied region.

Visit an ancient walled city and learn about the history of opium and the myriad cultures in this varied region.

This “anything goes” street is a hot spot for budget travelers who want to buy cheap clothes and souvenirs, people-watch or party all night.

Enjoy a stroll or boat ride around this traditional water-based market, where you’ll find delicacies and handicrafts from every region of Thailand. 

Ride an electric bus around these huge grounds and get a closer look at the yellow ratchaphruek, Thailand’s national flower.

Walk on a bridge that runs across the treetops and admire the rare and endangered plant species in these vast gardens.

Interact with art like never before in Thailand’s only 3D art gallery.

Ride an electric bus around these huge grounds and get a closer look at the yellow ratchaphruek, Thailand’s national flower.

Visit an ancient walled city and learn about the history of opium and the myriad cultures in this varied region.

Walk on a bridge that runs across the treetops and admire the rare and endangered plant species in these vast gardens.

Visit an ancient walled city and learn about the history of opium and the myriad cultures in this varied region.

Marvel at the charming Winter Palace and inspect the rare and exotic plant species nurtured by the mountain air, cooler than elsewhere in Thailand.

A statue of a Hindu deity sits in the busiest part of the modern city, and receives offerings from millions of people each year.