#106 best destination in the world

Sunday Walking Street Market, Phuket

A hugely varied selection of curios and secondhand items on sale at a bustling market with lots of food stalls, entertainment from locals singing and dancing, gifts, and handcrafts

Complex of buildings at the heart of Bangkok, the palace has been the official residence of the Kings of Siam (and later Thailand) since 1782
The king, his court, and his royal government were based on the grounds of the palace until 1925
After the abolition of absolute monarchy in 1932, all government agencies completely moved out of the palace
Its asymmetry and eclectic styles are due to its organic development, with additions and rebuilding being made by successive reigning kings over 200 years of history

Small peninsula between the city of Krabi and Ao Nang, it is accessible only by boat due to high limestone cliffs cutting off mainland access
These cliffs attract rock climbers from all over the world, but the area is also popular due to its beautiful beaches and quiet relaxing atmosphere
Ton Sai caters to climbers and the backpacker set and is more rustic in character than the glitz of West Railay and the shops and restaurants of the East Railay boardwalk

Theravada Buddhist temple (wat) in Chiang Mai Province, the temple is often referred to as “Doi Suthep” although this is actually the name of the mountain where it’s located
It is a sacred site to many Thai people, and from the temple, impressive views of downtown Chiang Mai can be seen
The temple is said to have been founded in 1383 when the first stupa was built
Over time, the temple has expanded, and been made to look more extravagant with many more holy shrines added

Island beach in Trang province, that has white sandy beaches and transparent water which allow the coral reef to be seen clearly
Most of Ko Kradan is controlled by Hat Chao Mai National Park

Lake in Khao Sok National Park in Surat Thani Province, it is an artificial lake, inaugurated in 1987 with the construction of Rajjaprabha Dam, used as a source of electricity
The national park area is inhabited by a range of mammals such as tigers, elephants, tapirs and many monkey species
Less commonly seen reptiles include the king cobra, reticulated python, and flying lizards

Buddhist temple (wat) in Bangkok Yai district of Bangkok, founded in 1656 CE, the temple derives its name from the Hindu god Aruna, often personified as the radiations of the rising sun
Wat Arun is among the best known of Thailand’s landmarks. The first light of the morning reflects off the surface of the temple with pearly iridescence
Although the temple had existed since at least the seventeenth century, its distinctive prang (spire) was built in the early nineteenth century during the reigns of Rama II and Rama III