Spring is beautiful, and hardly anyone will argue with this statement. But not everyone believes that a vacation in early spring can be bright, sunny, full of unforgettable impressions. To see this, it is enough to go to Thailand in March. This country will win you over with its magnificent nature, the warmth of the gentle sun and the smiles of hospitable locals.
Geographic location
The Kingdom of Thailand is a state in southeast Asia, located in southwest Indochina, in the northern part of the Malay Peninsula. It borders Laos and Cambodia to the east, Myanmar to the west, and Malaysia to the south. Until 1939, it was called Siam. "Thai" is a word that translates as "freedom". And this name justifies itself completely.
Thailand is the only country located in southeast Asia that has retained its independence, while neighboring countries remained colonies of Great Britain and France. The basis of the population of the country is made up of Thai peoples, who form 15 ethnic communities, including Lao, Khon-tai, Thai-Korat. In addition, Malays live here, representativesMao, Yao, Chinese and peoples who belong to the Tibeto-Burmese group.
Religion - Buddhism. The official language is Thai. It is practiced by more than 95% of the population. In addition to Buddhists, Christians, Muslims, Hindus, and Sikhs live in the country. The country has over one hundred islands and seventy-two provinces.
Thailand: islands
Thai islands differ not only in size, but also in vegetation, wildlife, and popularity among tourists from all over the world. They are incredibly picturesque. Such luxurious beaches covered with white sand, azure sea and amazing landscapes, perhaps, are not found anywhere else in the world.
The most visited locations are:
- Phuket:
- Koh Samui;
- Ko Chang;
- Ko Mak;
- Koh Lanta-I;
- Ko Phi Phi Don;
- Ko Pha-Ngan;
- Ko Rank;
- Ko Tao and others.
Weather
To understand whether it is possible to go to Thailand in March, we suggest that you get acquainted with what the weather in the country is like during this period. When in our country nature is just waking up from a cold and long winter, in Thailand the arrival of spring is already noticeable. According to many travelers, the climate of this country is its pride.
March marks the beginning of the hot holiday season, which our compatriots love. The thermometer slowly rises and reaches its peak in April. Many are attracted to Thailand in March. The weather (reviews of tourists allow us to assert this) during this period is very comfortable. Natureis rebuilt, and the amount of precipitation at this time is insignificant.
The southwest monsoon has not yet reached its maximum strength, but the high humidity is already reminding itself, scaring away many tourists who are dependent on climate change.
It is also advisable to go to Thailand in March because there are a lot of free places in hotels, the cost of living is reduced, the beaches are less noisy during this period. In March, daytime temperatures high in the mountains reach +31 °C, and in the evenings the air cools down to +14 °C. In the province of Chiang Mai at noon, weather forecasters fix up to +34 ° C, and in the evening it becomes quite cool - +15 ° C. There is no rain in the northern regions of the country. In some places, even the strongest drought is recorded.
It is also hot in the central provinces and Bangkok, and the night coolness does not save - +25 - +34 °C. Precipitation is quite rare. But this does not mean that it is absolutely not worth waiting for rains for travelers who go to Thailand in March. The islands are subject to the movement of the monsoon, which originates over the Indian Ocean. Phuket and Koh Samui have five average rainy days, Krabi has one less, and Pattaya has only three.
What to do?
Tours to Thailand (March) are becoming more and more popular every year. They are mainly focused on beach holidays. Young people prefer the never-sleeping Pattaya and Patong Beach, with pleasure combining traditional rest on the sandy shore with their favorite water sports and noisy night discos.
Coming toThailand in March is pleased to note a slight reduction in prices for excursions, tickets for adults and children to various shows. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you get acquainted with the culture and history of the Kingdom, feel the national exoticism. Arriving in Thailand in March, you can devote time to thematic types of recreation: recovery in SPA centers and ecological in the bosom of nature.
Beach vacation
In March, quite a lot of tourists come to the country, because absolutely all travelers feed the passion for amazing beaches covered with white sand, palm trees leaning over the water. Thailand has two vast water areas - in the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea. Both of them abound with mainland and pristine islands.
Those who dream of enjoying untouched wild beauty, indulging in relaxation and tranquility, we recommend paying attention to resorts located on the islands of Koh Samui, Phuket, Krabi, Phi Phi, Chang and Koh Phangan. The water is warmest in March in the Andaman Sea - +29 °C, in the Gulf of Thailand - + 28 °C. During this period, there are practically no strong storms, although quite impressive waves can rise on some coasts.
Sometimes clear weather quickly changes to cloudy, and it seems that the sun is not hot at all. But this is a misconception, since ultraviolet rays easily penetrate clouds. So don't forget to use sunscreen even on cloudy days because you can get burned.
Entertainment and excursions
For some, Thailand is associated with wild fauna and natural masterpieces. Today there are a lot of tours that satisfy the needs of this category of vacationers. Resting in Thailand, you need to go on at least one excursion to picturesque places. Which of the proposed travel agencies to choose is up to you.
Natural Beauty
If you dream of enjoying the natural splendor of this country, go hiking in national parks, botanical gardens, marine reserves. This is a great opportunity to see the rarest, and sometimes endangered representatives of fauna and flora, which are listed in the Red Book, to recharge the energy of pristine nature.
Specialized livestock farms are especially popular, where tourists come to talk with their inhabitants and watch shows with their participation. Colorful performances with elephants, monkeys, snakes, crocodiles or birds are impressive. Some of them are completely harmless, while others make the audience a little nervous during the performance.
Excursions to the islands
It is impossible not to talk about trips to the islands organized in Thailand. As a rule, these are one-day cruises on longboats or speedboats with lunch and entertainment. In addition to world-famous coral reefs, which snorkeling and diving fans from all over the world come to admire, the islands attract with exciting walks to picturesque waterfalls. In addition, the interest of touristsevokes a visit to ancient settlements with fishing villages and ancient temples.
Fans of extreme recreation can go mountain climbing or ride ATVs through the jungle. It should be noted that the active nightlife that made Pattaya famous all over the world is also found on the most, at first glance, calm islands. This is especially true for Phangan, a worthy successor to Ibiza. Every month, on the full moon, the measured life of the island is interrupted by the noisy fun of the world-famous Full Moon Party, which attracts entertainment lovers from Europe, the USA, Canada and even Australia.
The Kingdom of Thailand is actively developing the wellness industry. Eastern and Western healing techniques, as well as the spiritual traditions of Thailand, formed the basis for it. That is why spa tours have received worldwide recognition.
Thailand in March: reviews of tourists
According to experienced travelers, holidays in Thailand are good throughout the year, but in March, Europeans, including Russian tourists, feel more comfortable at the resorts of this country. The temperature of the air and water allows you to spend a lot of time on the magnificent beaches and go on excursions to interesting places in the Kingdom.
