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Natural
Attractions in Thailand
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 What
are you looking for in a holiday? Sunbathing on a white sandy
beach? An elephant ride through a steamy tropical rainforest?
Kayaking through a rugged marine archipelago of limestone
cliffs and islands? How about rafting, mountain biking, bird
watching, snorkeling or scuba diving? Or perhaps your favorite
water sport, in a truly natural setting? Apart from its kaleidoscope
of historical and cultural sites, Thailand has all the natural
attractions a tropical country can offer.
Thanks
to its extraordinary length, 1620 km from north to south and
780 km from east to west, Thailand has the most diverse climate
and landscape in Southeast Asia.
 Thailand's
topography is immensely and distinctively varied from region
to region, from the forested mountains and lush valleys of
the north, fertile agricultural areas of the Central Plains,
to the beautiful beaches and islands of the south. Thailand's
natural blessings also include an amazing array of fauna and
flora, tropical fruits, hardwood, bamboo trees, flowers and
much more.
A lot of travelers to Thailand have itineraries that combine
several activities in one journey. The convenience of air
travel and an effective transportation network makes everything
possible in a single trip to Thailand. Whether you are traveling
alone, with friends, family, or as a couple, Thailand has
natural attractions to suit every taste. Mountains, jungles,
whitewater rapids, beaches, coral reefs, historical parks-Thailand
has it all.
If
you like, you can join an organized tour group to visit the
isolated hamlets of the northern hill tribes. Or you can experience
the thrill of a raft excursion down one of the many fast-flowing
northern rivers, coupled with elephant rides through the dense
mountain jungles.
 Or
is it Thailand's amazing tropical beaches and islands that
you're interested in? The south of the country has some of
the finest beaches in the world. The large islands of Phuket
and Samui offer tasteful resorts in unspoilt environments,
popular among European families. Nearby Phangan Island attracts
the younger generation of international globetrotters, with
its cheap beach bungalows and excellent snorkeling. Further
north in the Gulf of Thailand, Ko Tao has some of the best
diving sites in the area.
Even
better diving can be found off the Andaman coasts. The protected
coral reefs of the Similan, Surin and Tarutao Marine Park
archipelagos offer staggering undersea beauty.
Over
the past two decades, a sophisticated travel industry has
evolved to meet the international trend for eco-based tourism.
Fortunately, Thailand's wealth of natural attractions enables
it to respond to the diverse needs of travelers. Backed by
the spontaneous hospitality of the Thai people and great cuisine,
your vacation to this amazing wonderland will be one of the
most memorable experiences of a lifetime.
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