Less well-known than Cambodia‘s Angkor Wat, but perhaps even more impressive, the Bagan Historical Park is filled with over two-thousand ancient stone pagodas dating back to the 9th century, and ranging from small shrines to massive temples.
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Mandalay to Bagan by Boat
The train from Yangon (Rangoon) to Mandalay may be rough, but nothing can beat a perfect day spent on a relaxing river boat cruising up the legendary Irrawaddy River from Mandalay to the ancient capital Bagan.
Comic #30 – Sardines
We travel in one of Thailand’s ubiquitious minivans.
Issan (Northeastern Thailand): 5 Amazing Destinations
From ancient Khmer temples and magical lotus seas, to dramatic waterfalls and incredible cultural festivals, don’t miss these top five amazing destinations in northeastern Thailand.
How to Get to Siem Reap from Bangkok by Bus
If you are on a tight budget, it’s possible to take a bus directly from Bangkok, Thailand to Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Top 3 Colorful Temples in Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai is famous for three amazing and colorful landmarks: The White Temple, The Blue Temple, and the Black House.
3 Amazing Temples in Pattaya
Pattaya is home to some very unique and beautiful temples. Visit these three amazing temples to discover the sacred side of Pattaya City.
Three Visa Run Destinations from Bangkok
Any long-term expat in Thailand knows of the dreaded ninety-day “visa run”. Every three months, depending on the visa classification, an expat must either report to the local government office to “check in”, or leave the country and re-enter on a fresh visa. This can get tedious and dull, but it doesn’t have to be. Make a weekend getaway out of your visa run and visit one of the three best visa run destinations that are cheap and easy to visit from Bangkok.
Chanthaburi, Thailand – A Short Guide
On the eastern coast of Thailand, about five hours from Bangkok, Chantaburi is far from the most well-known province in the country. In fact, I would be surprised if a whole lot of foreigners even know about it. That’s a shame, because Chanthaburi has lots to offer for a weekend away from the city.
Ayutthaya, Thailand – A Short Guide (Day Trip from Bangkok)
Because of its proximity to Bangkok and its history, Ayutthaya is one of the cheapest and most exciting day-trips that you can take from Bangkok.
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