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Thailand an interesting and memorable country to visit in South East Asia. Unspoilt beaches with turquoise seas and pure, white sands to bustling cities sporting exotic markets and a vibrant, colorful nightlife, it is easy to see why Thailand has become one of the most popular tourist destinations for the adventurous and young at heart. Travel in Thailand is easy due to a good network of trains, busses and airplanes. Most visitors enter the country via the Southeast Asian travel hub Bangkok , the City of Angels. From there you can do great daytrips to cities like the former capital Ayutthaya and Kanchanaburi , known for the River Kwai bridge. From there most visitors head either north or south. In the north you can visit the interesting cities of Sukhothai , Chiang mai , Chiang Rai or Mae Hong Son . The north is known for its fantastic trekking possibilities, the interesting hill tribes, and its gentle Lanna culture. In the south the traveler can relax at some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, for example, Koh Tao , Krabi , Koh Samui or Phuket or Trang. Some areas are very touristy, but it is easy to find some quiet spots. A little closer to Bangkok there is the resort town of Hua Hin which is home to one of the most used Palaces. The Northeast is popular with independent travelers. Known by Thais as Isaan this area hosts some lovely forested mountains and national parks and very friendly people. The major highlight is probably the famous Khao yai national park , but other interesting places are easily found in this area including Nong khai and Surin. People with a limited time budget might go to the East Coast. There are many popular resorts, including Pattaya . The region is rich in natural resources, including rubber, rice, fishing, orchards and gemstones, and scenically arresting with several national parks containing waterfalls, virgin forest and uninhabited, remote islands. Popular islands locations are Koh chang and Ko Samet.
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Asia Travel InformationFestivals in MyanmarMyanmar is a Land of Festivals: a festival for every month of the year. Most festivals are cultural and religious. Majority are nation-wide celebrated while a few are distinctly regional. The dates of the festivals and special events are determined by the Lunar Year. 1. January • Kayin New Year celebrated on General Information For Tourists1. Airport Tax Any passengers departing Myanmar on international flights will need to pay a departure tax of US$ 10.00 per person. 2. Duty Free Allowance Two bottles of liquor; two cartons of cigarettes; 100 cigars; 1.5 lbs. of tobacco; and one pint bottle of perfume or eau de cologne. 3. Currency The monetary unit Top Rated Tourist Attractions In Hong KongHong Kong is full of fabulous events and attractions. The following are a few of the must-sees rated tops by tourists. Victoria Peak is the best place from which to admire the lights of this Oriental Pearl. Peak Tower with its famous wok-like architecture standing at the exit of Peak Tram. General Information About Hong KongHong Kong has very close counter with its parent Nation that is China, its is precariously perched on the side of China, Hong Kong is a curious anomaly. With unofficial blessing of the largest Communist country in the world Hong Kong is energetic paragon of the virtues of capitalism. Hong Fast Facts About Hong Kong1. Telephone System Public telephones in Hong Kong belong to the following 6 types: Yellow telephone only for local calls: accepting 1- or 2- HKD coins Yellow telephone for international calls: accepting 1-, 2- or 5- HKD coins Silver telephone: accepting 1-, 2- or 5- HKD coins Telephone accepting magnetic cards and coins for international Nightlife of Hong KongHong Kong provides a vibrant nightlife. Do not fight the temptation to join the party. Things to do: take a luxury night cruise over Victoria Harbor; visit pubs, bars, night clubs; or stroll in the bubbling streets with the locals. Don't just sit back and watch. I. Night Tour Do you fancy Myanmar Tourist Guides — AttractionsI. City - Rangoon: Rangoon, the capital of Myanmar is the host for some of the world’s mind-blowing wonders, like the: 1. Shwedagon Pagoda: Rudyard Kipling termed it as the .Golden Wonder.. It looks beautiful during sunset as the last rays fall on the soft golden dome, making it glitter. The great Myanmar Tourist Guides — AttractionsCity - Mandalay: Second capital after Rangoon, has world’s largest stone book situated in the compound of the 'Kuthodaw Pagoda' where Buddhist scriptures are inscribed on 729 stone slabs. The delicate tapestry works, stone sculpture, the time-honored art of gold leaf home industry is definitely worth a visit. Bagan is known as General Information For Tourists - I11. Climate & Weather Myanmar has three seasons. 1. Cool Season - October through February with average temperatures 20-24 C, 2. Hot Season - March through May with average temperatures 30-35 C, 3. Wet Season - June through September with average temperatures 25-30 C. The ideal time to visit Myanmar is General Information About BurmaTruly, Myanmar is one of the most magical and beautiful places in the world. It has more historic religious temples than anywhere on earth, and the oldest archaeological site in South East Asia. To this day Myanmar remains one of the most mysterious and undiscovered destinations in the world. A Asia NewsIndonesian Shares End Lower On Weak Rupiah, Falls In AsiaIndonesian Shares End Lower On Weak Rupiah, Falls In Asia ndonesian shares ended lower Monday, hurt by a weaker rupiah and falls in most major Asian markets after stocks in the U.S. tumbled Friday, dealers said. 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US trade representative Susan Schwab signed the trade and investment framework agreement in Malaysia with the 10 member states VoIP In Asia To Nearly Double By 2009VoIP In Asia To Nearly Double By 2009 VoIP in Asia is expected to grow from $5.5 billion in 2004 to more than $10 billion by 2009, according to an In-Stat report released Tuesday. VoIP in Asia is expected to grow from $5.5 billion in 2004 to more than $10 billion by Vietnam ranks first at Asia bodybuilding championshipVietnam ranks first at Asia bodybuilding championship Vietnam bagged five gold medals as well as three silver and one bronze at the Asia Bodybuilding and Fitness Championship, ranking first among the 15 Asian countries and territories competing at the event. 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Rice, arriving from Wednesdays one-day conference in Rome where world powers called for an urgent ceasefire in Autos drive European shares downAutos drive European shares down European shares ended lower on Friday but U.S. data showing strong economic growth and softer inflation helped the market pare losses from car and technology stocks after disappointing earnings. A below-forecast profit rise pounded Volkswagen shares 5.4 percent lower, dragging down the sector, while a lower-than-expected profit Cancel deal with Asia EnergyCancel deal with Asia Energy Environmental groups at a rally in the city yesterday demanded immediate cancellation of the Phulbari Coal Project contract signed with the Asia Energy Corporation (AEC). Terming the contract against the interest of the country, they said extraction of coal in open-pit system will cause damage to the Second Australian sentenced to life on drug chargesSecond Australian sentenced to life on drug charges An Australian man was Monday sentenced to life in prison on charges of drug smuggling. In a trial at the Denpasar District Court, judges ruled that Scott Rush, 20, should serve the rest of his life in an Indonesian prison for acting as a |
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