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Stunning Suan Phueng
Off the beaten tourist track, the unspoilt natural beauty of Suan Phueng in central Thailand provides a welcome break from the busyness of Bangkok. With rolling green hills begging to be explored, Suan Phueng and its surrounds is a nature lover’s playground. Dotted with Mediterranean architecture and even home to a Sheep Farm, Suan Phueng may even have you forgetting where you are. ... Read more »
The name Suan Phueng literally means ‘garden of bees’, as many bees build their nests in the ubiquitous Phueng trees. With locations like the Queen Sirikit Forest Garden proudly displaying their charms (totally different to the charms on display in certain Bangkok bars), the natural beauty of Suan Phueng has stung more than a few visitors. So pack the metaphorical antihistamine and see it for yourself.
SUAN PHUENG’S TOP 10
10. Flintstones Resort Stay in the belly of Dino the dinosaur or Fred Flintstone himself. |
5. Four-Wheel Drive Tours Adventure along the border between Thailand and Burma. |
9. Sheep Farm Watch the dogs round them up or pick one up and get your photo taken. |
4. Nam Tok Kaew Chan The name means ‘Nine Level Waterfall’, which gives you a pretty good idea of the splendour on display. |
8. Pavothai Museum Resort Stay here and you don’t even have to leave your hotel to see prized relics from the ancient world. It’s worth a visit regardless. |
3. Pong Yub Interesting sand cliffs have formed due to the ground subsiding. |
7. Natural Science Park View the natural flora and fauna of the area. |
2. Khao Joan Waterfall This waterfall cuts through the rocks surrounded by lush greenery. |
6. Pha Daeng Waterfall Be sure to wear thick socks, as there are more leeches on the trail than people. The fall itself is spectacular. |
1. Bor Klueng After a day of taking in nature, let nature also keep you warm in the hot springs. |
SUAN PHUENG EVENTS
Thai New Year is celebrated in April with the Songkran Festival. Water fights have never had such significance.
In May you will see processions of worshipers heading to the temple at night for Visakha Bucha.
The Birthday of Her Majesty the Queen is celebrated in August, which explains who the woman is you’ll see on portraits everywhere at this time.
To keep the river spirits appeased for another year, banana leaf boats carrying incense and candles are floated in rivers, streams or dams for Loy Krathong in November.
In December the Birthday of His Majesty the King is celebrated with flags, lights and portraits everywhere. Don’t be tempted to mock it – that’s a criminal offence in Thailand!
WHEN TO GO
· In winter, the daytime temperatures are nice and comfortable, but it can get cold in the evenings.
· The cool mountain air also offers a nice change from the hotter and more humid Bangkok.
· The best time to visit is from December to March, which is the driest time of year.
GETTING AROUND
· Hire a car and hit the road to see all Suan Phueng has to offer.
· Many hotels offer free transfers to and from the bus station.
· To get up close and personal with nature, make your way into the mountains and walk through the flora and fauna. Just watch out for those bees…
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