Today we will tell you about one of the most popular attractions - the Golden Triangle. This is the name of the area at the confluence of the Mekong and Ruak rivers, where the borders of three countries converge - Laos, Myanmar (Burma) and Thailand.
Golden triangle on the map of Thailand
And beautiful nature, lots of greenery, magnificent views of the Mekong, several religious buildings and two opium museums await you. In our opinion, only lovers of beautiful landscapes should go here, because apart from them there is nothing interesting here, except perhaps one temple in the traditional style and the Big Buddha, whose statue is installed on the ship. The Opium Museum will obviously not be interesting for everyone, since there are exhibits in one way or another related to drugs, paintings and even statues of skinny people who used opium and degraded.
In fact, the Golden Triangle is simply a place on the map where the borders of three countries converge. Nearby is the small town of Sob Ruak, or rather a village with two parallel streets. It is absolutely of no interest in terms of tourism, but you can stay there for the night.
In principle, this option is justified if you want to meet the sunset and sunrise on the banks of the Mekong. The views are really beautiful, but in the mornings and evenings there are no tourists and you can enjoy the beautiful nature in silence.
There is no other reason to stay overnight in the Golden Triangle. If you come just to see what it is, then just a few hours are enough to look at the observation deck, the temple and the Opium Museum. There isn't much else to do here. There is no nightlife, no bars or discos.
There are many photographs of the Golden Triangle in the article, so that you can get some impression of this place and decide whether it is worth going here or not. As mentioned above, only nature lovers will like it here. But opium lovers are unlikely, tk. you definitely won't be able to buy it here. Only one thing can be said for sure: if you are vacationing in Pattaya, Phuket or Koh Samui, then coming to the north of Thailand just to see the Golden Triangle is not worth it - you will spend a lot of time and money. But if you want to get acquainted with the northern provinces and cities of Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Pai and Meihongson, then stopping by here would be an excellent solution.
sights
There are several attractions in the Golden Triangle - a temple on a mountain with an observation deck (Wat Prathat Pu Khao), Big Buddha and the Opium Museum. For your convenience, we have marked them all on the map at the bottom of the page. From entertainment - you can ride on the Mekong River.
Wat prathat pu khao
This temple is located on a hill, from which there are good panoramic views of the confluence of the three borders, of Laos on the opposite side of the Mekong and of a Thai town by the river. Excursions are carried here directly by buses and it is a mandatory stop when visiting the Golden Triangle.
The temple itself (New Temple) is not of particular interest - it is a fairly standard Thai-style structure with a Seated Buddha inside. But of interest are the remains of a statue of Buddha, which dates back to 1302. It is called the Buddha of Chiang Saen, is located to the left of the temple and is badly destroyed - only the body remains, the head and arms are gone.
The more preserved ancient landmark is located on the top of the hill, next to the observation deck. These are the ruins of a temple complex, which is one main building (viharn), behind which there are 5 chedis. Only the base remained of the five chedi, but the main building is well preserved. Inside there is a small altar with statues of Buddhas and saints. According to legend, this Old Temple was built in 759, but its architecture is characteristic of a different era, so scientists tend to believe that it was built in the 14th century.
A staircase leads to the temple, but you can also call in here along the asphalt road by motorbike and car.
Big Buddha (Phra Chiang Saen Si Phaendin)
The Big Buddha in the Golden Triangle is the most visible landmark seen from afar. It is located right by the water and represents a large ship on which the Buddha "floats". Of course, in reality, it stands still, since this is a mock-up of a ship. The Buddha sits in the lotus position, and a happy smile plays on his lips.
In addition to the Smiling Buddha, other Gods also "float" on the ship, for example, Ganesha (with an elephant's trunk) and the Fat Buddha. From here a good view of the confluence of the three borders opens up. There is also a pillar on which the "Golden Triangle" is written.
Opium Museum
There are actually two opium museums here. One is located to the left of the stairs leading to Wat Prathat Pu Khao and is called the House of Opium. The second is located 2 km to the northwest and is called the Hall of Opium. The first one is rather small, albeit two-story. Explains the history of opium, its effects and production methods. There are a lot of visual exhibits, for example, a hut where an opium smoker gets high or a prison where such a practice leads. Smoking pipes, pictures, explanatory information in English - in short, complete. Entrance costs 50 baht.
But the Hall of Opium is a more impressive institution. It is considered almost the largest in the world. A lot of modern ways of presenting information are used, such as multimedia. The exposition is much larger than the previous museum, but the entrance is 200 baht. Open every day except Monday. You can get there on foot or by a blue minibus that runs between the cities of Chiang Sen and Mai Sai and passes by the Golden Triangle (we will talk about them below).
Boating
And in the Golden Triangle, you can take a motor boat cruise along the Mekong with a stop on the Laos side in the Don Sao area (sometimes called the island). To do this, you need to hire a boat, which are clustered next to the Big Buddha and to the right of him (if you stand facing the river). A standard trip is designed for 1.5 hours and costs 400 baht per boat (i.e. if you are 4 people, then 100 baht each).
How to get to the Golden Triangle
Excursions to the Golden Triangle can be bought everywhere, especially in the north of the country. Moreover, the excursion tour will also include other attractions - the White Temple in Chiang Rai, the village of long-necked women, hot springs. The average cost of such a trip to Chiang Mai is 1000 baht.
You can book an excursion or get there on your own. It is especially convenient to do this from Chiang Mai, where the Green Bus transport company organizes daily flights to this attraction. Buses leave from the new Bus Terminal 3 (tickets can also be bought at Bus Terminal 2, which is across the street). There are two morning flights at 9:30 am and 11:45 am. Better to take the second one, tk. it is an air-conditioned bus. Travel time is about 5 hours.
The second option to get to the Golden Triangle is to get to the city of Chiang Sen or Mai Sai, and from there take a minibus (blue pick-ups) to get to the place. These two cities can be reached both from Chiang Mai (using the services of the same Green Bus) and from Chiang Rai.
From Chiang Rai every half hour from the old bus station (which is in the city center) there are buses with a fan. The first flight is at 6 am. The fare is 56 baht to Mai Sai and 45 baht to Chiang Sen. Better to use the second option, because from Chiang Sen to the Golden Triangle 10 minutes, and from Mai Sai about half an hour. In addition, buses arriving in Chiang Sen will drop you off near the bus stop (blue songteo) that go to the Golden Triangle. The fare is 20 baht. But in Mai Sai you will be brought to the bus station, from which you have to go 10 minutes to the border on the red songteos (travel 15 baht), and then change to the blue ones. They stand about 200-300 meters from the border crossing, next to the 7/11 store. It is written on them in English - Mai Sai - Chiang Sen. They go to Chiang Sen and pass the Golden Triangle along the road. Directions 45 baht.
Since the Golden Triangle is not the final stop and the blue songteos from Mai Sai and Chiang Sen are just passing by, you need to tell the driver in advance where to get off. Or follow the road yourself and when you see the Big Buddha on the ship, then press the bell inside the cabin.
By the way, keep in mind that the blue songteos run only until 13:00. After that you can get there by tuk-tuk. They are similar to the Bangkok ones.
But the best option to get to the Golden Triangle from Chiang Rai is an air-conditioned minivan from Green Bus. He walks through the city of Chiang Sen.
Perhaps you will not find a more rich excursion program than the Golden Triangle. Cities such as Agra, Jaipur, Delhi are the main tourist centers of India and keep many interesting places, historical monuments and architectural masterpieces of the Mughal dynasty.
Jaipur
Jaipur can rightfully be called the most striking city.
Quite small in size, the city was built according to all the canons of ancient Indian architecture: it has a rectangular layout with narrow picturesque streets filled with people, shops and shops, surrounded by a fortress wall that protected the city from raids and wild animals.
Most of the city's historic sites are built of pink sandstone to symbolize hospitality. The most picturesque sights of Jaipur are the Palace of the Winds and the City Palace Complex. The Palace of Winds is truly a fabulous place, built specifically for the sheikh's harem in the form of honeycombs. Such a layout was specially thought out by the architects so that beautiful residents could be seen without fear and observe the life of the city.
The city palace complex is no less interesting. You will have to spend almost the whole day to examine it. The palace itself consists of many interesting museums, where musical instruments, garments and samples of textiles, collections of ceremonial weapons, ancient manuscripts, miniature copies of famous Indian monuments are exhibited.
In early November, the city hosts the grand festival of Diwali, or the festival of lights, dedicated to the goddess of love and prosperity Lakshmi, when candles light up throughout the city, houses are decorated with lights, and the sky is illuminated with extraordinary fireworks.
In summer, you can visit the Teige holidays, which takes place on the third day of the new moon. It is quite an interesting sight, when the swing of the city is decorated with flowers and leaves, on this day they celebrate the beginning of the rainy season. For lovers of reptiles, the Nagpunchmi holiday will be extremely interesting, because it is on this day that this sacred animal is praised. People bring milk to snake holes, snake charmers show their skills everywhere.
Delhi
The next point of the excursion tour will be Delhi, where you will be able to see not only the sights of the Old City, but also fully enjoy the masterpieces of the British-Indian architecture of the New. First of all, tourists will be offered to visit the huge Jama Masjid mosque. The beautiful building of red sandstone and white marble is an excellent example of ancient Indian architecture. Here you can wash your hands in the pool or climb the southern minaret for a magical panorama of the Old Town.
Further - Red Fort, built in 1648. You enter the territory through the Lahore gate and immediately find yourself in one of the first covered markets of Chatta Chowk. Until now, the incomparable atmosphere of India has been preserved here, as it was hundreds of years ago. On the shelves you can find the most unimaginable goods, buy jewelry and souvenirs, scented candles, oils, fabrics and clothes.
Don't stay long in the market, head to the Fort Museum, which displays household items and musical instruments.
In the northern part of New Delhi, there is Connaught Square, the business and tourist center of the New City. Here are the best shops and restaurants of the city, from here begins the road to the Gate of India, where an eternal flame burns in memory of the fallen soldiers of the Second World War and military parades are held. No less interesting will be the inspection of the Hindu temple Lakshmi-Narayan, named after the goddess of abundance and wealth Lakshmi. The walls of the temple are decorated with carvings and images from Hindu mythology.
Agra
Another pearl of the excursion tour "Golden Triangle" is the fabulous city of Agra. It is famous, of course, for one of the seven wonders of the world - the Taj Mahal. Among the cypress trees on the bank of the river, there is an immortal monument of love erected under Shah Jahan in honor of his beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. The unusual tomb still delights the eye with its exquisite beauty. Made of white marble, the mausoleum is completed by a double dome perfect shape and four minarets. The tomb of the Empress was built of marble, inlaid with precious stones, decorated with ornaments of black marble.
Taj Mahal and Agra Fort
Another no less interesting attraction of the city is the Agra Fort, made of red sandstone. The complex has preserved behind its ten-meter walls terraces, halls, gardens and the beautiful marble mosque Moti Masjid. It is also worth exploring the halls of public and private audience, the Grape Garden and the Mirror Palace. The Tomb of Itemad-ud-Daula is the heart of the Persian Park and one of the city's most graceful landmarks. Empress Nordjahan built it for her parents. The small-sized tomb is rightfully considered the Small Taj, striking tourists with its decoration of white and black marble, openwork panels decorated with precious stones and extraordinary mosaics.
Imagine that you are a student. There is a math lesson. You, on assignment, in a notebook or on a blackboard, draw a triangle. Put the letter "M" on each of its vertices. There are only three letters "M". Three magic letters "M".
"What do these letters mean, and what is their meaning?"
You ask. I really hope that after reading this article, these same three letters "M" will be the most important discovery for you. Perhaps even over the past few years, or perhaps over a lifetime. I will explain why you drew this shape and why it is important. You have drawn the golden triangle of marketing.
"Golden Triangle" Is a marketing rule that allows increase store sales... This definition is given by the classical literature. There are other, more advanced formulations. They are based on three things, on the basis of which each of you will build your marketing, your business promotion. Including the creation of a unique selling proposition (USP). But this is not what we are talking about now.
Concept "Golden triangle" came to Russia from America. It was created and formulated by one of the most famous copywriters and marketers in the world. Dan Kennedy... I strongly advise you to find this author and read everything that was written by him and translated into Russian. This is about 8 books.
What does the first letter "M" hide?
it Market(market). What is a market? If you study Russian business literature, read materials on the Internet, attend courses or webinars, then very often you will come across the term "the target audience". Or "niche". You've probably heard: "I'll choose a niche." Or "Today we will choose a niche." "Have you decided on a niche?" A niche is basically the same as the target audience. In a more advanced version, it is “ avatar client ".
Remember James Cameron's Avatar?
There still heroes walked so blue, tall, with long hair. So " avatar client " it's a little different. Word "Avatar" was known long before the widespread use of computers and the Internet. Comes from Hinduism, where it means the incarnation of a Hindu deity into any creature. Therefore, for our purpose, the word avatar suits us very well. Because the client for us is, well, if not God, but a being very close to him. It is he who gives us money with the right approach to him. That's why " avatar client " you need to paint in sufficient detail.
Working with different businesses, " avatar client " practically nobody prescribes. People don't know who their client is.
Why is nobody doing this?
I still can't figure it out. This is a big mystery to me.
And in the copywriting workshop I'm running, " avatar client " we paint in great detail. This is such a closed event. There, with the participants of the workshop, we write sales texts. And more than three hours it takes us to study and create just “ avatar client "!
In business, friends, if you know your client, he understands what kind of person he is - sales are guaranteed to you!
And it all starts, as I said, with a sheet of paper on which all the data is signed. Sometimes there can be several of them. Why is it so important? Because it is the foundation of business and sales. Without getting an accurate description of your target audience, or your “ avatar client ", selling anything is useless. You don't know who you are selling to. And how to be successful and sell something well without knowing to whom? Do you understand what I mean?
It turns out like in a fairy tale about Alice in Wonderland:
Alice:- Dear, Cheshire cat, please tell me where to go from here?
Cheshire Cat: — A-a-a-a-a-a-but where do you want to getAlice:- And I don't care where to go, just to get somewhere ...
Cheshire Cat:- Then it doesn't matter where to go ... somewhere you will still get.
Go there, not knowing where.
The same can happen in your situation. If you don’t know who you are selling to, then it turns out that you don’t care who you sell to. And most likely, they, too, will not care who they buy.
The next important M is Message.
Translated from English - this is Message... We will also call it our message. In this case, we will reduce it to a simpler formula - to our USP (Unique Selling Proposition) which we will offer to our clients. Message- this is the information that we specifically want to convey to the market. This is what we have "on the flag". This is what is written in our announcement, on the page on the Internet, on the landing page. Even on the rear window of the car. If you have to write on the rear window of your car, then things are not going well for you.
Third M
The third important pillar, an important bullet, which already allows you to get a result in the top ten, in the "bull's-eye" is Media... This is the third letter "M". In Russian, the closest definition is Advertising channel or Promotion channel... The way you will reach your target audience.
Media- these are exactly the channels through which you touch your customers. For example, television. Until now, television, oddly enough, remains the most powerful and most effective channel for attracting potential customers. If you know "Customer avatar" and good is written under it USP, television is becoming a customer generator. And a client attracted from television channels, especially from central ones, costs a penny. In ruble terms. Not a single Yandex Direct, or even teaser advertising, can cope with television in terms of power. The only difference is the following. Television as an acquisition channel works well only when you need to get 10 thousand customers, or a million customers. And also, if you have free funds for these purposes.
Approximately $ 1 million. Better yet, $ 100 million.
Company Procter & Gamble a year on average spends about 1.5-2 billion dollars on promoting his brand. Basically, this is promotion through central channels, niche advertising, direct response marketing - direct response advertising.
What does direct response advertising mean?
This is an advertisement that causes an irresistible desire to use the service or buy a product right now. V modern world, if you do not have a brand rocked all over the world, perhaps this is the only way to start your own business. This may be the only way to get a good promotion for your product or service for the next few years.
Because with respect to each specific potential or real client, advertising is more expensive than television. But in the aggregate, it is much cheaper and shoots much more accurately at your target audience.
Who is your target audience?
Why is it even important to know and record this on paper or in a computer? Draw a line on the paper that says time. Time is measured in seconds and years. Draw a line of expectation perpendicular to this line. It's no secret that every year we want more, and our expectations from the world only increase.
We hope.
We expect more from an employer or from our own business.
We want more money, more experience, and so that women become younger and men more interesting.
Do you agree? Sound familiar? And our line of expectations looks something like a mountainside looking higher and higher beyond the clouds. When a person looks to the future, especially if this is your client, he sees his expectation in about a year. And what will happen next?
Describe your buyers. How they live, what they breathe, what they do.
Create your customer avatar!
India is a huge country with rich history... It is so diverse that any corner of it is interesting and exciting in its own way. To understand its culture, it is not enough to visit any one region. For tourists wishing to explore the country in more detail, there is a tour of the "Golden Triangle". India will show you an amazing world ancient history and culture, to which no one will remain indifferent. It includes the largest cities in the central part of the country, and can also be supplemented by relaxing on the famous Indian beaches.
How is the journey carried out?
Depending on the itinerary, the Golden Triangle Tour (India) can vary significantly. Some tour operators offer to visit only the largest cities: Agra, Delhi and Jaipur. Other excursions include visits to all cities included in the tour. Some even supplement the trip with a few days of relaxation on the beaches of Goa or a visit to the famous village of Khajuraho.
Typically, the tour starts in Delhi, where tourists fly by plane. Then, for several days, they travel by car or bus between cities that are part of the "Golden Triangle" (India). Tour operators calculate their vouchers for an average of a week, so very little time is allocated to visit the city. On the road between each settlement, tourists spend an average of about 5 hours. After visiting all the cities, travelers return to Delhi, from where they fly home. If the tour includes a vacation in Goa, then a flight to the state is carried out.
What to take on the road?
A hot, stuffy and humid climate is what tourists who travel to the state of India have to face. The Golden Triangle involves long journeys, so you need to stock up on plenty of water before leaving. You can take food with you. Indian food can be of poor quality or overly spicy. Insect repellent won't hurt either. Despite the hot daytime weather, it gets chilly in the evening, so it's worth taking a light windbreaker or jacket.
Travel price
Depending on the duration of the tour and the quality of the host hotels, the cost of travel can vary significantly. For example, a week-long tour that includes a trip to all the cities of the Golden Triangle for two will cost between $ 650 and $ 1,500. The higher the price, the better the hotel will be. The cost is also influenced by food. As a rule, tour operators pay only for breakfast, but there are also tours with an "All Inclusive" option. The cheapest way to go to India is in September and March, but holidays during the Christmas holidays will cost one and a half times more. If you include an additional vacation in Goa, the amount can also increase significantly.
Delhi
The city of Delhi is the starting point of many Golden Triangle tours. It is located in the north of the country and is the second largest. It will amaze tourists with an abundance of ancient architectural monuments from different historical eras. According to general estimates, there are almost 6,000 different attractions in the city and its environs. The streets of Delhi are filled with numerous restaurants and souvenir shops. It is a multicultural city with a population of over 10 million.
New Delhi is also located here - an area that is the capital of the state of India. The "Golden Triangle" includes visits to the capital's attractions. In the old part of the city, you should definitely visit the Jama Masjid Mosque - this is the largest Muslim building in the country. You should also definitely look at the panorama of ancient Delhi. Among other attractions it is worth noting the Red Fort, the mausoleum of the Mughal padishah Humayun, Akshardham. Tourists also like to spend part of the excursion time strolling through the Chatta Chowk market, which retains the atmosphere of ancient India.
Jaipur
Jaipur is popularly called the "pink city" because of the characteristic color of the stone used in the building. It is quite small in size, especially in comparison with the multimillion-dollar Delhi. There are a huge number of palaces of different shapes and sizes here. The largest of them are the City Palace and Hawa Mahal, a former harem with about 900 windows on its façade. Thanks to them, the palace is blown through even in the most sultry heat. Therefore, still very often Hawa Mahal is called the Palace of the Winds.
The city will surprise tourists with a huge number of monkeys that live here everywhere. A Monkey Temple was erected in their honor in Jaipur. Almost 2,000 primates live on its territory. Sightseeing India ("Golden Triangle" in particular) is not only sightseeing, but also a trip to museums. Most of Jaipur's museums are located in the City Palace. To examine them all, you need to spend at least one day. Also, when visiting the city, be sure to see the Jal Mahal Palace - a unique building located right in the middle of the lake.
Fatehpur Sikri
Tour "Golden Triangle" (India) is designed not only for visiting large cities of the country, but also includes small settlements with a rich cultural heritage. One of them is the small city of Fatehpur Sikri, which was once the capital of the Empire. Now about 30 thousand people live here, and Fatehpur Sikri itself has become a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This settlement has the fame of a ghost town.
Unlike the "pink" city, Fatehpur Sikri was built up with red sandstone. The architecture of the settlement combines the influences of Hinduism, Islam and Jainism. The main attraction of the city is the Bulat-Darvaza Gate - an example of ancient Mughal architecture. They are also one of the largest in the world. It is worth seeing the building of Ank Michauli, which is the former treasury, as well as the drum house of Naubat Khan.
Agra
Agra is one of the most magnificent cities for which India is famous. The "Golden Triangle" was named after the 3 largest settlements around which the tour was built. Apart from Delhi and Jaipur, one of the peaks is Agra. Here is one of the seven wonders of the world - the Taj Mahal. The mausoleum, built in honor of the beloved wife of the padishah Shah Jahan, impresses with its grandeur. The beautiful structure, made of snow-white marble, delights tourists with its exquisite beauty. When planning a tour, you should pay attention to the fact that services are held in the mausoleum on Fridays and it is closed to the public.
In addition to the Taj Mahal, there are many other attractions in Agra. Be sure to visit the Red Fort - a fortress that was once the residence of Indian rulers. The tomb of Akbar the Great is an equally impressive structure, in which one of the most significant Muslim rulers of the state of India found his rest. The excursion tour "Golden Triangle" also includes a visit to the tomb of Itemad-ud-Daula, which is often called the "Little Taj". Another architectural wonder of Agra is the Pearl Mosque with its snow-white domes.
Mathura
The city of Mathura is located 50 kilometers north of Agra. In ancient times, it stood at the intersection of major trade routes, therefore it was an important economic center of the country. According to ancient legends, Krishna was born here, therefore Mathura is considered a sacred Indian city. A magnificent temple was erected at the place of his birth about 5 thousand years ago. Of course, it was rebuilt many times, and the current Krishna Janmabhumi is unlikely to compare with the original structure. There is a small sanctuary 250 meters from the temple, marking the exact place of Krishna's birth.
There are also other sacred places associated with the life of an ancient deity. Another attraction is the site of Vishrama Ghat, which marks the site of Krishna's murder of the local greedy ruler. Tourists are also encouraged to visit the local Archaeological Museum, which contains many ancient finds, as well as a 5th century Buddha statue.
Vrindavan
Vrindavan is a sacred city also associated with the life of Krishna. It is located near Mathura and is one of the many pilgrimage centers for which India is so famous. Unfortunately, the "Golden Triangle" does not always include a visit to this city. And completely in vain, because in terms of the number of attractions it is not inferior to other major cities of the tour. The temple complex of Prem Mandir will amaze tourists with its splendor. This Hindu sanctuary was built only in 2012, and specialists from all over the world took part in its construction.
It is not for nothing that Vrindavan is called the "city of the temple". They meet here at every turn. According to estimates, there are about 5,000 religious buildings on its territory. The oldest surviving temple of Madanamohana dates back to the 16th century. Also, tourists should visit the Banke Bihari and Geshi Khad temples. The latter is located on the banks of the Yamuna River, and every evening at sunset there is a ceremony to worship Krishna.
Optional vacation in Goa
India is famous not only for its architectural monuments. Tour "Golden Triangle + Goa" also includes several days that tourists will spend on the beaches of this famous resort. The combination of sightseeing and beach holidays makes this tour especially popular.
In Goa, there are no such striking sights as in the ancient cities of the country. However, there are many places here that are definitely worth visiting for tourists. For example, Paradise Beach is a beautiful corner of nature with clear water and virgin jungle. Fort Chapora is a ruined building on the coast. A magnificent view of the sea opens from here. The legendary local clubs and restaurants are also worth a visit. They offer unique seafood dishes. For travelers, there are also excursions to cultural monuments, for example, to the Dudhsagar waterfall or to the plantations of rare spices for which India is famous. "Golden Triangle + Goa" will allow you to have a great rest after many days of trips to the cities of the country.
Khajuraho village
Another additional stop can be the village of Khajuraho. This settlement was created for tourists and includes about 20 temples. The most ancient of them were built in the 9th-11th centuries. This city was once the ancient capital of the state ruled by the Chandela dynasty. After the 13th century, it fell and people left Khajuraho, which was overgrown with jungle. It was rediscovered only in the 19th century, when the British, who ruled India, did not accidentally stumble upon it.
The "Golden Triangle", which will please any tourist, will surprise you with the most ancient temples of the country. The city is Unesco. The most popular attractions are the temples, on the walls of which scenes from the famous Kamasutra are embodied. Another outstanding object is the Kandarya-Mahadeva temple. This is the largest and most decorated complex, around which 84 miniature spiers have been erected. It is not recommended to visit this place with children, because on each of the surviving temples you can see numerous figures depicting erotic compositions.