Though nothing can compare to the real thing, the crowds at Sukhothai are much smaller and the ruins are a sight all their own. Thailand’s ancient capital, Sukhothai, is often called Thailand’s Angkor Wat. Go before the word gets out! Find more info, and a map, here. For those who do make it, you’ll be visiting something that’s still a hidden gem in Thailand. It’s somewhat difficult to get to and only makes sense in a car or on a motorbike with tires that can handle mud and dirt. It’s considered sacred by the locals and to my knowledge, is the only one in Thailand. Very few non-Thai tourists know about this jungle sinkhole that filled in with crystal clear, deep blue water and huge catfish. Take a truck ride to the top and climb the 500 meters of stairs for a stunning view of the entire surroundings including the white pagodas – all of which were carried up by hand! Find more info on how to get there here. Though remote and only easily accessible with a car from Chiang Mai, Wat Chaloem is one that most foreign tourists still don’t know about. Thailand’s floating pagodas are about as dreamy as it gets. The hike can be done as an overnight or day trip, departing from Chiang Mai in the early morning. It’s the third tallest peak though it’s easily more beautiful than Doi Inthanon’s peak with its starlike shape. Hiking this mountain was a highlight of Thailand’s north for me. More on that and a few of the other day trips listed below here. It’s a 3-ish hour drive from Chiang Mai to the east and a lovely day or overnight trip. Doi inthanonĭoi Inthanon National Park has it all – multiple waterfalls, a nature trail, Thailand’s tallest peak, Sakura blossoms in January, and the famous King and Queen pagoda near the top. It’s an easy and quick pit stop near the South Gate in Chiang Mai and only cost 50 baht. Still, it’s so unique I put it on this list. I also just don’t get it, based on my understanding of Buddhism it doesn’t seem necessary, but it’s not my culture and I had to respect it. Women still have to pay full price for admission to the temple grounds but aren’t allowed to go inside the main hall. I wasn’t a fan of the ‘no women allowed’ policy inside the temple. The outside is intricate, with allegories of the Tipitaka and the world capitals displayed on the walls. Elephant Nature ParkĪ post shared by Kristin Addis Silver Temple is a unique temple to visit in Chiang Mai in contrast to the gold featured on most temples in the vicinity. It’s free to enter and easy to get to on a motorbike, like most of Pai’s best attractions. But the most unique aspect of Pai is its canyon, with sharp slopes of orange rock winding like a labyrinth. Pai is a hippie paradise where you can find yoga, a circus school, a land split serving up all things hibiscus, a couple of lovely waterfalls, one of which you can even slide down, and some lovely countryside. The style is unlike anything else you’ll see in Thailand, that’s for sure! More on it here. This contemporary style Buddhist temple is unique with its shape, structures, the dazzling white and silver adorning the outside, and the trippy mural on the inside. Thailand is full of ornate temples, but when it comes to originality, the White Temple wins out. Even if it’s just for a day, driving through there from Pai is a fantastic way to pass the time. Once there, visit one of the many caves, hot springs, and nature parks. It’s a gorgeous journey here from Pai for those who are comfortable driving a car or motorbike. The cascading mountains of the province of Mae Hong Son, bordering Myanmar, are like a storybook with their misty mountains. PS: The Tourism Authority of Thailand Los Angeles recently reached out to me to share about their newly launched Let’s Go Thailand campaign, which offers exclusive deals on flights, tours, and more to help you plan an epic adventure to Thailand! If you plan on visiting the country this year, be sure to check out and book before August 31. I bet there are a few, or maybe a bunch, on this list that you haven’t seen before: With that in mind, here are 20 of Thailand’s most beautiful places in order from north to south. I tend to like places that are farther off the beaten path and provide a bit more breathing room. Most of my suggestions are places that are out of the ordinary and will have fewer tourists. I’ve spent a cumulative 5 months on the move in Thailand now, and after much research, have found some seriously beautiful spots. With thousands of temples, tons of gorgeous scenery from north to south, and glistening beaches with towering karst islets, the unique landscape is what has made Thailand so famous worldwide. What are the most beautiful places in Thailand? It’s hard to narrow it down, to be honest.
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