A Guide To Thailand's Attractions

There are many things to see and do in Thailand. You are only limited by your imagination and desires. Throughout the Kingdom of Thailand, there are festivals, events and activities organized by both the government and private individuals. Thailand also has many unique sights and attractions that are a joy to experience.

You can see Thailand by exploring on your own or with some friends or you can take out a package deal or a tour to have a more guided experience where you may feel more relaxed and safe. Thailand has many festivals and events throughout the year. From traditional to modern performing arts, music, concerts, theater to photography, art collections, religious and spiritual parades and events, fairs and sports exhibitions.

For example in November there is the annual Sukhothai Loi Krathong and Candle Festival. Tourists and locals light candles in remembrance of one of their greatest heroes. For the more modern tourist, there is the Fringe Festival. This features many international artists of many different musical backgrounds. There is also the Thailand Ghost Festival which is usually held in June. It has to do with a Buddhist holiday at the same time. This consists of locals and tourists dressing up as ghosts, wearing hand-carved wooden masks and dancing in the streets.

Cultural and religious festivals are also food festivals. The annual Surat Food Fair is held in March and showcases local food, fresh seafood, food exhibitions and various concerts and other forms of entertainment. You can try out all the delicious delicacies from Surat province or all over Thailand at this fair.

Thailand is also full of religious festivals and events throughout the year. Thailand is almost entirely a Buddhist nation and their festivals revolve around Buddhist traditions and spiritual events. The most famous of these events is the Phra Nakhon Khiri Fair. This venerates the former Thai monarchs and worships at the city shrine in Phetchaburi. There are also processions, city tours by tram and even a beauty pageant.

Buddha visited Thailand and every year in January Chanthaburi pays homage to his footprints. Thailand also has a large Chinese population. For this reason every year in February (at the Chinese new year), China town in Yaowarat explodes with color, lights and fireworks. You can see Thai-Chinese performances such as puppet shows, Chinese opera, Thai dancing, a light and sound presentation and even a dragon dance.

You can see all of this by yourself, with a few friends or by booking a tour and a package. There are many different packages available - you can choose a historical package with a guide or a spa and relaxation package. The options are endless.