Khao Lak เขาหลัก is a series of villages, now tourist-oriented, mainly in the Takua Pa District and partly in the Thai Mueang District of Phang Nga Province, Thailand.
The name "Khao Lak" literally translated means 'Main Mountain'. This was one of the peaks used by ancient sea farers as a landmark to guide them into the safe harbor at Thaplamu.
The Bang Niang Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Khao Lak and is ideal for a beach vacation. The red-yellow fine sandy beach with the numerous coconut trees is an absolute eye-catcher and in the evening you can also enjoy beautiful sunsets. In addition, there are also beautiful places for a relaxing massage directly on the Bang Niang Beach.
Just behind the coastal section, you will find great hotels and resorts as well as a wide range of restaurants, bars and opportunities for shopping. The Bang Niang market is also worth a visit. Perfect if you like to stroll in the evening after a relaxing day of swimming.
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Kham Yat Palace พระตำหนักคำหยาด is a historic royal pavilion and ancient monument located in the central region of Thailand, within the grounds of the abandoned Wat Pho Thong temple in Ang Thong Province.
This site is a lesser-known gem for history enthusiasts, offering a glimpse into the Ayutthaya Kingdom’s architectural and royal legacy, and it’s recognized as a key tourist attraction in Ang Thong.
Built during the reign of King Borommakot (the 32nd monarch of the Ayutthaya Kingdom, ruling 1732–1758) as a royal lodge for vacations and hunting expeditions in the nearby Wiset Chai Chan area (then part of Ang Thong).
It served as a temporary residence for King Uthumphon (Borommakot’s son and the 33rd/penultimate king of Ayutthaya, ruling briefly in 1758) during his monk ordination period. He resided here before relocating to Wat Pradu Songtham in Ayutthaya.
Registered as an ancient monument by Thailand’s Fine Arts Department on March 8, 1935, after ...
Wat Na Phra Men วัดหน้าพระเมรุ, also known as Wat Na Phra Meru or the “Monastery in Front of the Royal Cremation Pyre,” is a historic and active Buddhist temple located in the Ayutthaya Historical Park in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province, Thailand.
Situated along the Khlong Sa Bua canal on the north bank of the Khlong Khu Mueang (the ancient course of the Lopburi River), it lies just opposite the ruins of the Ayutthaya Royal Grand Palace, technically outside the main island of the ancient city. This strategic position made it a site of both spiritual and military significance.
The temple is renowned for its well-preserved architecture, reflecting late Ayutthaya-style design, and houses several ancient Buddha images that draw local worshippers for merit-making. It remains an active place of worship, often bustling with Thai visitors, though it sees fewer foreign tourists compared to other Ayutthaya sites.
The temple complex features a prominent ubosot (ordination hall), which ...
The Takia Yokhin Ratchamit Chincha Siam Mosque, commonly known as Takia Yokhin Mosque or Masjid Chao Phra Khun Takia, is a historic mosque with over 400 years of history, established during the Ayutthaya Kingdom in 1610 . It stands as a significant cultural and religious landmark in Ayutthaya, reflecting the multicultural trade hub of the era, with connections to Persian, Indian, and other Muslim communities. This mosque is not only a place of Islamic worship but also a unique symbol of interfaith harmony, attracting both Muslims and Buddhists who visit to seek blessings.
Established in 1610 (BE 2153) by Sheikh Ahmad Qomi (also known as Chao Phra Khun Takia or Sheikh Ahmad Maimum Shah Allahyar), a Shiite mystic from India who spread Islam with Sufi-inspired practices, using miracles and spiritual feats to draw followers.
Originally, the site was a Buddhist temple called Wat Thep Chumphon (or Wat Chetupol). A resident monk, inspired by Takia’s miracles, converted to Islam, leading to the temple’s ...
