The "Portuguese Settlement" was probably the largest western settlement in Ayutthaya, with about 3000 people. Portugal was the first nation to settle in the city, around 1500, and the village had 3 Catholic churches, among them, the church of St. Joseph.
The Koh Lanta National Park is at the southern end of the island. This park is part of Mu Ko Lanta National Park, home to nomadic people ("The Sea Gypsys"), which also includes other protected islands, to wich access is forbidden in the low season. Relatively to this area of the park, in Koh Lanta, the highlights are the tropical forest slopes,
Mu Kon Lanta National Park is a marine park that includes some islands and the Koh Lanta National Park, where it is headquartered. In addition to the Koh Lanta park, where the trails and caves stand out, the islands Ko Rok, Ko Rok Noi, Ko Gnai and Ko Kradan are also part of the protected area, and are closed from May to October.
Wat Mahathat, in Ayutthaya, is one of the places you have to visit . Today in ruins, it was built in the 14th century, even before Ayutthaya became the capital of the kingdom of Siam.
Wat Benjamabhopit is one of the main Buddhist temples in Bangkok. Built in 1900, it is known for various reasons and usualy named as the Marble Temple, for obvious reasons.
Soi Cowboy got its name in honor of the first men opening a bar in the area. An African American wearing a cowboy hat. This red light district in Bangkok has a nice atmosphere, diferent from similar places around in Thailand.
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The food paradise in Bangkok, China Town is one of the great attractions of the city. Vibrant by day and night, it is invaded by those seeking shopping, food or visiting Chinese temples. For sure, if you go, you'll want to come back.
Wat Phra Kaew, also known as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha is one of those places you can not miss on your visit to Bangkok. In the same complex is inserted the former residence of the king of Thailand, the Grand Palace.
