Do you miss being at home while traveling? It’s indeed a controversial query but no one minds being surrounded by a homely vibe while encountering the exquisite experiences of unexplored boundaries! It could be getting scrumptious authentic recipes to delight your taste buds or relaxing in a cozy corner of your leisurely accommodation. A refreshing fragrance and mystic resonance of gongs and chants reminding of your morning spiritual rituals and welcoming smiles of locals make you have a comfortable and memorable experience of a lifetime!
Thailand is one of the most popular tourist destinations across the globe and has remained a preferred holiday destination for Indians interested in an international expedition. Here is an essential Thailand guide for Indians who want to feel like home while being away from it!
Essential Thailand Guide For Indians
From culinary celebrations to luxurious abodes and deep-rooted culture to magnificent marvels of the bygone era, read on this essential Thailand guide every Indian must keep handy to catch the true vibe of Thailand in your style!
1. Food & Flavours
If you are a hard-core fan of Indian recipes and usually miss eating your ‘Ghar Jaisa Khana’ on trips then you would be surprised to know that Thailand is home to numerous Indian vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian restaurants and centers. The following are the most popular Indian restaurants in Thailand:
- Mrs. Balbir’s Restaurant in Bangkok is famous for Indian curries, especially chicken curry & malai matar
- Tandoori Flames in Phuket is famous for chicken curry, malai tikka, kebabs, curries, and dal makhani
- Karma Indian Restaurant in Pattaya is famous for fish tikka, veg thali, dal makhani, and shahi paneer
- Taj Palace Authentic Indian Restaurant in Krabi is famous for Panang curry, biryani, and veg thali
- Kebab Indian Food in Chiang Mai is famous for a variety of kebabs and samosas
If you wish to taste authentic Thai delicacies then you can surely try the following dishes:
- Chicken Satay, a delicious Thai appetizer served with a chunky peanut sauce
- Tom Yam, a spicy Thai soup made with mushrooms & Thai spices
- Pad Thai, a popular fried noodle dish with added tofu, eggs, beansprouts, and sauces
- Thai Green Chicken Curry, a curry cooked in coconut milk with onions, lime leaves, basil leaves, and Thai green curry paste
- Som Tam, a green papaya salad and refreshing flavors
2. Leisurely Stays & Palatial Abodes
Thailand is home to some of the most beautiful resorts & hotels in the world. A holiday is believed to be incomplete without an interesting blend of leisure in it. A cozy corner of your room while you check out the photos or videos you clicked during the day followed by a comfortable overnight stay with your loved ones, turns the property you are staying into a holiday home! The following are popular places to stay in Thailand:
- Bangkok: Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse, Banyan Tree
- Chiang Mai: Hyde Park Chiangmai, Pingviman Hotel
- Hua Hin: Hyatt Regency Hua Hin, Cape Nidhra Hotel
- Phuket: Patong Beach Hotel, Hop Inn Phuket Old Town
- Krabi: Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Krabi, Dusit Thani Krabi Beach Resort
- Phi Phi Island: ChaoKoh Phi Phi Hotel & Resort, PP Mountain Beach Resort
- Pattaya: InterContinental Pattaya Resort, Holiday Inn Pattaya
3. Friendly & Intellectual Interactions
Thailand, also known as the ‘Land of Smiles’ welcomes visitors with broad-hearted smiles. The locals are friendly and ensure a safe environment for visitors. Each city in Thailand is known for its own unique vibe and you can choose your interlude according to your preferences. The following are famous cities of Thailand with heart-warming locals:
- Nimmanhaemin: Tranquil ambiance
- Hua Hin: Easy pace coastal town
- Koh Tao: Authentic island life
- Kanchanaburi: Outskirts of Bangkok
- Ao Nang: Leisurely beach town
- Pai: Art & wellness-oriented village
- Koh Phangan: Real Thai island life
4. Culture & Spiritual Ambiance
Thailand showcases a unique spiritual fusion and you can observe an interesting amalgamation of Buddhism, Hinduism, and Animism, in Thai lifestyle & culture. Numerous magnificent and enormous Buddhist, as well as Hindu temples that were established in ancient as well as the medieval era, showcases the strong bond of cultures between Thailand and India. Below are the most popular Buddhist temples in Thailand one must not miss out on while staying here:
- Wat Rong Khun in Pa O Don Chai, Thailand
- Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya, Thailand
- Wat Pa Maha Chedi Kaew in Si, Thailand
- Wat Pho in Bangkok, Thailand
- Wat Arun in Bangkok, Thailand
- Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok, Thailand
5. Art & Expressions
Decorative mural paintings can be seen across the walls of Buddhist temples. Buddha statues are found all over Thailand and they are part of the country’s art and culture. The statue of the Great Buddha is 302 feet tall and numerous other carved out of rock, brass, and gold are truly mesmerizing. The art and it’s expression is truly enticing in Thailand, whether its vibrant folk dances or a classical melody based on 5 notes parent scales reminding of Raga Bhupali & other similar ragas. The following are the best places to experience Thai culture:
- Wat Po, Emerald Buddha, National Museum in Bangkok
- The charms of the old capital of Siam at Ayutthaya
- Semi-mythical ancestral home Sukhothai
- Exclusively designed temples of Chiang Mai
- Royal Pavilions in caves near Hua Hin
- Vegetarian festival of Phuket
- Classical ensembles at Pi Phat
Thailand is surely one of the most amazing places in the world. If you wish to have a home-like stay on your next Thailand trip then do remember to keep this essential Thailand guide for Indians handy!
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Sakshi Awasthi, an ardent traveler by heart is a Research Scholar from the University of Delhi. Unveiling the untold story of historical sites and encountering the impeccable beauty of nature, turned her to be a Travel Blogger. Currently, working as a Senior Content Writer with TravelTriangle.
