Khaosan road in Bangkok

The word Khaosan in Thai means rice, this use to be a place where rice are sold (uncooked) that's where the name came from. Now it is the gate way for economy class tourist where cheap accommodations and active night life is offered.

The night life in Kaosan is very lively from cheap street side restaurants to large establishments. The ambiance is quite unique a mixture of foreign tourist and young locals in a present day street side Bangkok setting with international music.
Many services are offered here from hair beads services to 10 baht Padthai (Thai stir fried noodles).
It is a nice place for people watching. It is a gathering place of people from all over the world. People from each country with different culture and background are unique. If you are an observer you will see a behavior pattern which will identify the origin of people from each country. Just sit have a beer and relax enjoy watching the world go by.

Address:
Kaosan Road. Phranakorn,
bangkok 10200

Important numbers
Police emergency: 191
Tourist Police: 0 7742 1281
Tourist Police - Emergency: 1155
Fire Department: 106
Bangkok Hospital: 0 7742 9500
Samui Hospital: 0 7742 1232
Immigration: 0 7742 1069

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The Salawin River Mae Hong Son

The Salawin River originates in Tibet. During the winter, you can feel the peace and serenity flowing as the water meanders its way south.

Location The Salawin River creates the border between Thailand and Myanmar. This river flow through Amphoe Mae Sariang, and Amphoe Mae La Noi in the Mae Hong Son Province, before crossing the border into Myanmar. The total distance the river covers from Tibet to Myanmar is 3,151 kilometers. The length passing through Thailand is 120 kilometers.

Highlights

Traveling Down the River: Traveling down the river is perhaps the best way to see the area. During its 120 kilometers path, the river goes through Amphoe Mae La Noi, in the Salawin Wildlife Sanctuary and through the Salawin National Park. From here, a boat trip down the Moei River to the Tha Tafang Ranger Unit takes about one hour.
This Unit has the best accommodations for tourists in the area. However, you need to keep in mind that the Moei River is the border between Thailand and Myanmar, so at night, it is best to stay on the Thai side.

How to Get There
From the town of Mae Sariang, take Highway 1194 to Ban Mae Sam Laeb for fifty kilometers. The pier for the Salawin River is in Ban Sob Moei. Ban Sob Moei is also the location of the National Park Office.
To contact the Salawin National Park call: 0-1341-4145

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Pha Taem Ubon Ratchathani

When in Ubon Ratchathani, it is essential to visit Pha Taem. Here you will be able to see spectacular waterfalls and visit the Thai/Laos border.
Location
Pha Taem is located in Amphoe Khong Chiam, Amphoe Si Muang Mai and Amphoe Pho Sai in the Ubon Ratchathani Province. The National Park Office is in Amphoe Khong Chiam.

Highlights
Pha Taem: Pha Taem is a majestic cliff, housing paintings that date 3,000-4,000 years old.
Pha Chek and Pha Moei: Pha Chek and Pha Moei also have paintings, but fewer than Pha Taem.


The SoiSawan andSaeng Chan WaterfallsiThe Soi Sawan and Saeng Chan waterfalls are both beautiful and famous in the province of Ubon Ratchathani.
The Pha Chanadai: This cliff, in addition to its beauty is a perfect place to watch the sunrise. Since it faces the east, this is the first spot where the sun shines on Thailand.

How to Get There
From Ubon Ratchatani, take Highway 217 to Khong Chiam. Drive for sixty kilometers until you reach the Khong Chiam-Khemmarat Road. Turn here and continue on for fifteen kilometers until you reach the National Park Office. The total distance from Ubon Rachatani is eighty kilometers.
To contact the Pha Taem National Park call: 0-4524-9780

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