Thailand: Temples, Elephants, People and the Sea

Thailand is a land of many beautiful temples, an elephant sanctuary, mountains in the north and tropical beaches in the south. The Thai people are very hospitable and welcoming and want visitors to relax and take it easy.

Sunset Beach Resort near Krabi
Low tide and long boats at the Tup Kaen Sunset Beach Resort. A 40 minute drive from the city of Krabi in Thailand. This is scenically one of the most stunning regions in Southeast Asia. Dramatic Hong islands can be seen nearby as they appear to be floating on the horizon of the Andaman Sea.
Thailand Beach Scene
When the tide is low the long boats dock. These boats are used to transport visitors to the islands and also for local fishing excursions. The horizon shows the spectacular view of the islands in the near distance.
Beautiful Sunset at the beach
Locals bring out their fishing rods and nets as soon as the tide starts receding. A schooner is seen in the distance.
Wat Arun Ratchawararam - "The Temple of Dawn"
"The Temple of Dawn" is one of Bangkok's historic landmarks. Long boats are used as part of the water taxi system in Bangkok to move people around on the river and canals. Bangkok, which is the capital of Thailand relies on its network of canals for local transportation and the Chao Phraya River for moving goods up and down the river.