There are a staggering 40,717 Buddhist temples in Thailand and 33,902 of them are still in active use today. Thailand is a Buddhist country and the temples here play a very active part in everyday life. Thai’s come to them to pray to Buddha for things such as health or good fortune, they also come …
Ayutthaya is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Thailand and an absolute paradise for tourists that love their history. Founded in 1350 it was the capital city of the Siamese Kingdom for over four hundred years. During this time is was one of the world’s leading urban areas and a center of commerce. In 1767 …
Krabi is the most relaxing part to be in all of Thailand, it is a province that has the most stunning scenery imaginable, beautiful white beaches that stretch on for miles, a jungle and over 200 islands just of the coast. Krabi covers quite a large area so a lot of the attractions require a …
Whenever people think of Pattaya they immediately think of ladyboys, risqué shows and drunk tourists. This does not even begin to touch upon the many things that this city in Thailand has to offer. Pattaya is a place that has beautiful temples and beaches but it also has so many activities to get involved in …
The state of Virginia has a copious amount of history to offer as well as great museums and culture found in its cities. Four of the United States first five presidents were born in Virginia and many of the states attractions relate to its notable residents including country homes and historic cemeteries. Another historic claim …
If the ‘luck of the Irish’ is on your side and you find yourself in the infamous city of Dublin, there will be countless things for you to do and see while you’re there. Not only is Dublin deeply rooted in their incredible history, culture and – well, booze – the people of Dublin are …
New Jersey has developed a misleading reputation lately thanks to television programs such as The Real Housewives of New Jersey and Jersey Shore. But despite “McMansions” and the party destinations, the state has many beautiful natural and historic parks as well as world-class history and art museums. The state may be in the shadow of …
Known as the ‘Rose of the North’ Chiang Mai is steeped in history and surrounded by beautiful architecture. Founded over seven centuries ago Chiang Mai is the capital of the Lanna Kingdom and home to more than 300 temples. Due to its location in the north of the country the temperature is cooler than you …
New Zealand is called God zone for a reason. Home to breathtaking beauty, the country is a dream destination. Whether you are a film buff, a thrill seeker or someone who wants to take a relaxing break, this top spot has something for everyone. This Pacific nation is made up of several isles, the main …
The capital city of Thailand and maybe the traffic jam capital of the planet, Bangkok is a fascinating, exciting and incredible city to visit. Like many other capital cities Bangkok never goes to sleep, there is always a hive of activity as people work around the clock in their various professions. With eight million inhabitants …