Imbue the exquisite details and wonder how ancient people create the magnificent Angkor Wat in Siem Reap.
Millions of visitors head to Siem Reap to visit Angkor Wat, and this grand temple is thus always busy. Built in the 12th century, it took decades to complete its meticulous construction, which remains a case study in construction concepts and methods used by ancient civilisations. Originally built to be a Hindu temple representing Mount Meru, the home of devas according to Hindu mythology, it gradually converted into a Buddhist temple during the 14th century and so there are plenty of Buddha images in the galleries. If you arrive in Siem Reap, remember that it’s a sin to miss a visit to Angkor Wat!
Be amazed with the highly intricate architecture at Wat Rong Khun, Chiang Rai.
Bright and lucid white, Wat Rong Khun easily catches the eyes of visitors who come to see its highly intricate architecture with meticulous and unique carving, sculpture and murals by renowned Thai artist Chalermchai Kositpipat. Representing Heaven, but in the inimitable style of the artist, a walk into the spectacular ubosot (ordination hall) is a walk through the story of a celestial journey. Inside the ubosot, untraditional mural paintings that portray the spiritual beliefs of the artist unfold one after another with his playful, meaningful touches.
Absorb the unique Sino-Colonial style at Thai Hua Museam and Baan Chinpracha Mansion in Phuket.
Originally built to be a Chinese-language school open to both Thais and Chinese immigrants, Thai Hua Museum is now the best-maintained Sino-Colonial mansion where you can learn about Phuket’s tin-mining history, Southern culture and cuisine through the eyes of Chinese immigrants. Around its beautiful courtyard and garden you can see interactive exhibitions arranged in more than 12 exhibition rooms, in both English and Thai. Nearby stands quaint Baan Chinpracha Mansion which also functions as a museum, even though the Chinprapa family still resides there, and where you will get to see the lifestyle of an well-to-do Phuket family.