Samui Tourist Attractions

Koh Samui is a beautiful Thai island and is one of the most visited travel destinations of Thailand together with Bangkok, Phuket, Pattaya and Chiang Mai.

There are plenty of things to do and places to visit for tourists. If you are planning a trip to Samui should definitely visit some of the wonderful tourist attractions listed further on in this article. Have a great time on this beautiful holiday island and be sure to visit some of the places listed here.

Beaches

If you love the beach then you certainly will have an amazing time on Koh Samui. Some of the finest Thai beaches are located on this tropical island. Some of the beaches that you should definitely visit during your vacation include Chaweng Beach, Big Buddha Beach and Lamai Beach.

Big Buddha Statue

The most famous attraction is most certainly the Big Buddha statue. The golden Buddha statue is twelve meters in length and is adjacent to a temple and various different Buddhist shrines. If you would like to visit it then please head down to route 4171 and go the direction to the airport.

Butterfly Garden

One of the most tranquil and unspoiled places on Samui is the butterfly garden. This magnificent attraction is home to large variety of butterflies and is open daily for visitors from 08:30 until 17:30.

Aquarium and Tiger Zoo

If you are traveling with your children then you should definitely take them to the aquarium and tiger zoo as they will have a wonderful time. There are a variety of daily shows which include shows with birds, tigers and even sharks. The Aquarium & Tiger Zoo is open every day of the week from 09:00 until 18:00.

Snake Farm

If you are interested in seeing a snake show involving King Cobras then head down to the Samui snake farm. Not only can visitors view a variety of venomous snakes but also dangerous centipedes and scorpions. The King Cobra shows start every day at 11:00 and 14:00.

Waterfalls

There are a number of remarkable waterfalls which you can visit during your holiday. The most popular waterfalls on Samui are Hin Lat and Na Muang and you can swim at both locations.

James is travel consultant living on Phuket and is working on a number of projects. If you are looking for information about Phuket then be sure to visit his Phuket guide which includes an excellent section on Phuket Laguna.

Jakarta Tourist Attractions

Jakarta is the capital of Indonesia and is one of the leading travel and business destinations of South East Asia. Although the city might not have the same level of appeal as Singapore or Bangkok, there are certainly plenty of interesting attractions and wonderful places which travelers can visit in the Indonesian capital.

I have been to Jakarta a number of times and I have compiled a list of my favorite tourist attractions.

Ancol Dreamland

The place to stay if for travelers with kids is definitely Ancol Dreamland which is a rather large amusement park and which is located next to the water. There are plenty of shops, rides, various other types of entertainment, resorts and food and beverage outlets. The theme park is open 24 hours per day although some of the rides and other venues might have more specific times of business.

Museum Fatahillah

This is also known as the Jakarta History Museum and is off course a great place to visit for those of you that would like to learn more about the history and culture of this outstanding city as well as about the former Dutch East India Company. It is located inside of the former Batavian city hall which was built in 1710 by the former Dutch colonists.

Planetarium

The Planetarium is popular with both local residents as well as foreign visitors and first opened its doors in 1969. English tours of the premises can be organized Tuesday through Sunday.

Glodok

This part of town is also known as Chinatown and is a wonderful area of the city to walk around and explore the small streets, shops and excellent restaurants.  If you would like to do some shopping for IT products then be sure to visit the excellent Glodok market which is well known for its cheap prices. Business hours are Monday through Sunday from 09:00 until 15:00.

Gereja Kathedral

One of the most important Catholic structures in the entire country is the Gereja Kathedral which opened its doors nearly 110 years ago. It is designed in a neo-gothic style and is definitely worth visiting. There is also a museum located inside the cathedral and the opening hours of the attraction are daily from 05:30 until 12:00 and from 16:00 until 19:00.

Istana Merdeka

The Istana Merdeka was called the Koningsplein Paleis when the Dutch ruled the nation and is currently the presidential palace. This beautiful building was build towards the end of the 18th century and is one of the most impressive sights you will find in the Indonesian capital.

James is travel consultant living on Phuket and is working on a number of projects. If you are looking for information about Phuket then be sure to visit his Phuket guide which includes an excellent section on Patong Beach.