Hidden places found in Thailand
The Eye of Naga: Thailand’s Giant Serpent Rock That Went Viral Here’s something I sadly didn’t see in my travels around Thailand. Many years ago I visited a national park in what was then Nong Khai province, but unknowingly missed seeing something really unusual of major interest. There’s a rock in Thailand that looks like … Read more
The Mekong River: Where Myths, Monsters and Mystery Still Flow During my years of exploring this intriguing country, some of Thailand’s greatest mysteries have taken me to remote temples, forgotten villages and hidden mountain forests. But every traveller has one journey that remains unfinished. Mine leads back to the Mekong and what many consider its … Read more
Thailand’s Best Beaches Aren’t Where You Think They Are Millions of tourists flood to Phuket and the southern beaches every year, which is a pretty nice choice, but there is a whole coastline of unspoiled soft sand, beach forest parks, offshore islands, and tranquility, far away from the crowds and easily reached from Bangkok. The … Read more
Thailand’s Hidden Communist Museum: From Mountain Stronghold to National Park Background For many years, the Phu Hin Rong Kla area had been ideal for guerrilla warfare, as the Communist Party of Thailand fought against the Thai authorities in an effort to create a new order. The mountains sit high along the border of Phitsanulok, Loei, … Read more
Si Thep World Heritage Gem Back in September 2023 the Dvaravati era city of Si Thep officially became Thailand’s 7th historical spot on UNESCO’s World Heritage list. Si Thep World Heritage Gem rubs shoulders with other UNESCO heavy hitters like Sukhothai’s historic towns, Ayutthaya’s ruins, the Thungyai-Huai Kha Khaeng wildlife sanctuaries, Ban Chiang’s ancient digs, … Read more
The Secret Japanese Garden This beautiful but at the same time strange garden is actually named the Shinto Peace Garden, located in Kanchanaburi city not far from one of the WW2 military cemeteries. Despite it’s location it gets few visitors, and considering it’s strong links to the horrors of the Death Railway, not many people … Read more
Royal Thai Air Force Museum We don’t usually post stories about Bangkok attractions as most visitors trawl through the city at some point, and most sights are very well known, however…. Here’s a great place to visit in Bangkok that not too many people know about, and it’s easy to get to, and best of … Read more
Mallika Old Town A hidden gem in deepest Kanchanaburi, Mallika Old Town creates a pretty good enjoyable replica of a living history town during the early 1900s period. You can rent Thai costumes (Chud Thai) before going into the town through an impressive fortified gatehouse, and you’ll see all the staff and workers are wearing … Read more
Dong Lakhon Ancient City Step Back in Time: The Enchanted Secrets of Dong Lakhon! Tired of the Bangkok crowds and looking for a real-life hidden gem? Just an hour or so from the big city lies a breathtaking secret: a massive ancient metropolis nestled in the heart of a lush, emerald forest. Welcome to Dong … Read more
Na Satta Light Show Ratchaburi’s Magical After‑Dark Wonderland If you’re in Thailand and love dazzling lights, fairy‑tale vibes, and a healthy dose of fun, you absolutely cannot miss the Na Satta Light Festival in Ratchaburi. Held at Na Satta Thai Park in Bang Phae, Ratchaburi, this isn’t just a light show – it’s a whole glowing … Read more