Finding unique Thailand magical moment that are beyond the beaches and islands. Everyone knows that Thailand is beautiful from the island beaches to the mountains and country side to the temples but there are some extra magical experiences that should not be missed if you find yourself in Thailand when they occur.
Sunrise on Talay Bua Daeng to experience the Blooming of the Pink Water Lilies
What is NOT magical about witnessing thousands of bright pink water lilies open up as the sun rises over a lake. This is one of those experiences that you just need to witness to understand the magic of it. The lake was bathed in fuchsia that December 2020 morning and no matter what had been going on the past year, that moment on the lake everything was alright.
WHERE
- Talay Bua Daeng / Red Lotus Lake is found in the northeast province Udon Thani.
WHEN
- December – February is peak blooming period
Experience the Yi Peng Festival
WHEN
- Yi Peng Lantern Festival is held on the evening of the twelfth month’s full moon in the traditional lunar calendar. (Exact date changes yearly but generally occurs in October or November.)
- For the larger celebrations you will need to purchase a ticket to take part. Tickets usually include transport, dinner, performances and a couple lanterns.
- For 2023 Yi Peng Festival will occur on November 27 & 28.
WHERE
- Northern Thailand with the largest celebration held in Chiang Mai.
Whale Watching in the Gulf of Thailand
We always knew Thailand had great scuba and snorkeling but we had no idea that you also find whales in the Gulf of Thailand. What makes seeing the whales experience so magical is the unique method in which the Edend type Bryde’s Whales feed. Their passive method is so cool to witness. It is an experience only seen here in Thailand.
WHEN
- March to April
- September to November
WHERE
- Gulf of Thailand
Want to know more about this Whale Watching Day Trip read Whale Watching in Thailand.
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