Recap | Discover Thai gems, from Bourdain food favourites to spirit houses
See what Thailand has to offer, such as its Golden Triangle opium history, colourful spirit houses and teak heritage, in five PostMag travel articles on the Southeast Asian tourist favourite
Follow in the footsteps of foodie Anthony Bourdain, uncover Thailand’s teak trail, its Golden Triangle history and its spirit houses, or take a scenic journey from Hong Kong to Chiang Mai making use of Chinese-built infrastructure in some of PostMag’s recent coverage of Thai tourist destinations.
1. Discover Chiang Mai’s hidden gems, from Anthony Bourdain’s Thai food favourites to ‘secret’ nightlife spots and hiking trails
See Thailand’s Chiang Mai through a local’s eyes: savour Anthony Bourdain-approved khao soi; explore Doi Suthep-Pui National Park; and become immersed in vibrant nightlife, from Muay Thai at The Bear Fight Club to live music at the North Gate Jazz Co-op. We look at the those spots to eat, drink and explore recommended by the experts: locals.
2. Uncovering northern Thailand’s teak trail on a journey through Lanna’s logging legacy and architectural wonders
The history of Thailand’s teak industry and its impact on the nation’s architecture and culture is laid out for trekkers on the Lanna ‘teak trail’. Visitors can explore the traditional architecture, colonial influences and legacy of logging that shaped the north of the country.
3. Thailand’s infamous Golden Triangle now offers opium museums and drug lord monuments as the region cashes in on its troubled past
Former opium-producing towns in Thailand’s Golden Triangle are being transformed into tourist attractions, with museums, monuments and cultural sites highlighting the region’s opium history and ruthless drug lords. Travelers can experience the history of the opium trade, meet villagers and learn about the region’s transformation.
