The temperature drops sharply after the winter solstice, and the cold air reminds people that winter is coming. However, sunbathing in winter is a perfect "winter product". The exciting news is that you can start vacation mode this weekend and have a holiday next Monday. Southeast Asia has abundant sunshine, so it has naturally become one of the first choices for Chinese tourists to travel abroad. Let’s take advantage of this long vacation to visit Southeast Asia.
Take advantage of the New Year holiday to take a walk in the "back garden"
Thailand has always attracted countless Chinese tourists. Whether it is island tours or city tours, people can have a lot of fun. After a day of fun, a Thai massage is really enjoyable. . When it comes to Thailand, the capital Bangkok is the most developed place, and naturally there are countless new things. However, Chiang Mai , known as the "Rose of Northern Thailand", is a place worth visiting in Thailand.
Compared with the bustling and modern capital Bangkok, Chiang Mai has a completely different temperament: fresh air, quiet city, close to nature street scene, and centuries-old cultural heritage are all the charm of this small town. The city of Chiang Mai is full of antique temples and pagodas that are worth spending a day exploring, and you can also smell the atmosphere of the historical dynasty; the two mountains surrounding the city of Chiang Mai are also the favorite leisure spots for locals; the city is full of pastoral scenery. It is also a unique entertainment experience in Chiang Mai, where you can have close contact with elephants; the literary and fresh markets and night markets are also the most attractive parts of Chiang Mai. The handicrafts here are world-famous for their elegance and sophistication.
Since you have traveled thousands of miles to northern Thailand, how can you miss Pai , which is known as the "Back Garden of Chiang Mai"? Experience the purest Thai freshness in the fairy tale town; Chiang Rai , which is about 3 hours drive from Chiang Mai, also has the Black and White Temple and the Golden Triangle that are most popular among tourists; if you are interested, the historical city of Sukhothai is also available Visiting together; in northern Thailand, you can feel a unique Thailand.
Speaking of islands, Thailand's Phuket is even more famous. Phuket is located in southern Thailand and is the largest and earliest developed island in Thailand. Because it has many natural beautiful beaches and coconut groves, it is also known as the "Pearl of the Andaman Islands".
Clear water and blue sky, special performances and affordable prices are the main factors that attract many tourists to come for vacation. The most well-developed beaches here are Patong, Karon and Kata. Motor boats, surfing, parasailing, etc. can be seen everywhere on the three beaches. Entertainment projects allow you to indulge in water sports; as night falls, various bars and nightclubs will keep you entertained until dawn, and the unique transvestite performances and Muay Thai fighting will also make your blood boil; of course, seafood feasts and classic Thai spas It’s also an experience not to be missed.
In addition to the main island of Phuket , more than 30 surrounding outlying islands also have their own characteristics. Every day tens of thousands of tourists sign up to participate in island hopping tours such as Emperor Island , Similan Islands , Phi Phi Island etc. project, wander among the islands, dive into the seabed, and enjoy the fun of vacation.
Follow the popular "Buddhist travel"
With the recent opening and encryption of domestic routes, Cambodia has also become the main destination for Chinese tourists to travel abroad. The extremely high cost performance makes this beautiful country become China's One of the favorite travel destinations for tourists. Cambodia and other Southeast Asian countries have also been influenced by Buddhism to varying degrees, of which Cambodia is a very representative country. The Buddhist culture here is very strong and the weather is very good.
Speaking of Cambodia, the must-visit place must be Angkor Wat. Located 6 kilometers north of Siem Reap, Cambodia, it is the ruins of the ancient Khmer dynasty. According to historical records, the Khmer dynasty began in 802 AD. Since then, successive kings have carried out extensive construction projects and built palaces and temples. Later, due to the invasion of the Thais, the Khmer people were forced to move their capital, causing Angkor Wat to be lost in the jungle and forgotten by the world.It was not until 1861 that French biologist Henri Mouhot accidentally discovered it in the virgin forest and wrote the book "Travel Notes on the Kingdoms of Siam, Cambodia and Laos", which brought Angkor Wat back to the world's attention.
Now in a general sense, what people call "Angkor Wat" is the collective name for the Angkor monuments group. In fact, in the narrow sense, Angkor Wat is only the most well-preserved and exquisitely detailed temple in the entire complex. It also has another name called Angkor Temple or Angkor Wat. In a broad sense, the official name of Angkor Wat is Angkor Archaeological Park, which includes Great Angkor (tongwangcheng), Little Angkor and many surrounding ruins.
Cover News Reporter Zhang Fuchao