The Golden Triangle Thailand

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Every guidebook seems to have a different view of the evolution of the term 'golden triangle' and even disagree on when the term was coined. Most do agree that the term applies to the opium growing region covering northern Thailand, eastern Burma and western Laos.

Opium production has been illegal in Thailand since 1959. Thanks to a highly successful crop substitution program undertaken by the Royal Projects Foundation established by His Majesty King Bhumipol, opium production has largely been eliminated in Thailand. However, across the border in Burma, the Shan United Army, which is fighting the central Burmese government for an independent Shan state, has been accused of funding its war through the sale of opium and heroin.

Many tourists flock to the Golden Triangle region of Thailand expecting some sort of 'wild west' scene. They are certainly disappointed. The Thai area of the former triangle is full of small quiet villages where the most exciting thing that happens is the arrival of the next tour bus.

The area is full of beautiful natural scenery and ancient temples, so it isn't like its not worth a visit. Just go with the proper expectations. In fact, the area is proving quite popular for those that want something different, away from the beach scene. To serve them, a number of hotels and resorts have been built in the area, some of them quite luxurious.

The typical sights on a golden triangle tour are the town of Mai Sai, where you can even cross into Burma for some shopping; the small village of Sop Ruak, where the Ruak and Mekhong rivers meet, forming the borders of three countries; and finally the ancient city of Chiang Saen.

Find All the Excitement in Bukit Bintang Golden Triangle

Bukit Bintang is regarded as the center of shopping and entertainment in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia's capital city. Also referred to as the Golden Triangle, the district is frequented by local and foreign tourists for it is where the city's trendiest shopping malls and chic entertainment centers and night spots can be found. Bukit Bintang also has a wide range of hotels that puts you right in the center of all the events and exciting activities at the Golden Triangle.

One such hotel offering excellent yet affordable Kuala Lumpur accommodations in the district is Dorsett Regency Hotel, which is currently offering room rate discounts to guests. Effective August 16 to September 16, 2009, guests booking for two nights or more are entitled to a 5% discount on their room rates. Visitors staying for four nights or more get a 10% discount on their accommodation fees.

The Kuala Lumpur hotel is right in the heart of Bukit Bintang and all its favorite spots for:

Dining. From five-star restaurants to food joints and hawker stalls, there are hundreds of food choices available to suit your taste. Bintang Walk is among the main dining districts in the Golden Triangle, lined with outdoor cafes, specialty shops, restaurants, and clubs. Changkat Bukti Bintang is known for its pre-war colonial buildings that have been transformed into an area for pubs and posh restaurants.

Activities. Tourists will not find it difficult to find something to do in Bukit Bintang with its various shopping malls, cinemas, spas, and massage parlors. Drop by the Berjaya Times Square to see the latest movie in IMAX or visit the Cosmo's World Theme Park with your family and friends. Ampang Superbowl is ready to welcome bowling enthusiasts. Get the best shopping deals in the likes of Sungei Wang Plaza, Pavilion KL, Starhill Gallery, and Berjaya Times Square, where hundreds of retail outlets have whatever it is you are looking for.

Nightlife. The Golden Triangle is also known for its vibrant nightlife – especially in the Changkat Bukit Bintang and Jalan Bukit Bintang areas. Restaurants and bars come to life once the sun goes down to provide entertainment and a place to meet new friends. Karaoke lounges with private rooms and buffet are also in abundance.

The ongoing promo offered by Dorsett Regency Hotel covers all its Deluxe, Deluxe Premier, and Junior Suite rooms. Guests are provided with well-appointed rooms, excellent facilities, and the best of Malaysian hospitality. The hotel houses restaurants, a fitness center, a health club, and an outdoor pool. It makes an ideal relaxation spot after a long day of shopping and exploring.

Golden Triangle IndoChine Restaurant

Restaurant: Golden Triangle, Solaris Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur

Listed in Malaysia’s best Restaurant Guide & Award Winner of Top Best 100 Restaurants in Malaysia!

The Golden Triangle IndoChine Restaurant current outlets in Auto-City, Queenbay Mall and Solaris Mont Kiara welcomes you with its spacious rustic interior yet elegantly refined finish with wooden canopy and hardwood floors. The Golden Triangle offers many wonderful delights to its diners. Famous not just for its tasty, delightful and exotic Indo Chine dishes and delicacies, Golden Triangle IndoChine Restaurant perhaps is the only restaurant in Penang serving an enormous range of dishes from Thai, Vietnamese and Laotian with an outstanding menu that matches an impeccable service for a great dining experience.

As the name implies, Golden Triangle is located north of Thailand bordering Burma in the west and Indochina in the east. Aptly as the restaurant’s name, the chefs are all from Thailand, Laos and Vietnam in three of these outlets:- Queensbay Mall, Auto-City and the very recent one in Solaris Mont Kaira said the General Manager, Mr James Thaksin.

As for James, his association in the Thai cuisine originated from Phuket, where his grandparent and parents runs a local restaurant there. It was James’ dream come through when he ventured into Thai restaurant business more than 10 years ago in Penang. With the opening of the first Golden Triangle Restaurant in Auto-City in December 2006 and the second on Penang island one year later in December 2007 in Queensbay Mall gives a spoilt of location whether you are on the island or mainland Penang. The 3rd outlet was open in December 2008, located at Solaris Mont Kaira, Kuala Lumpur and has gain much popularity.

The vast range of delicious dishes served in Golden Triangle is full of flavour and varied in its piquant taste, like their signature Claypot Tang Hoon Crabs and Choo Chee Fish (deep fried topping with Thai chili paste). If you have yet to indulge in any Laotian cuisine, Laard Chicken, (a delicious meat chicken meat salad) is a must try. And to end a grand dining experience in The Golden Triangle, an array of mouth watering representation of desserts from all three countries which includes Mango Glutinous Rice and Stream Banana Cake. The Golden Triangle IndoChine Restaurant in Queensbay Mall, Auto-City and Solaris Mont Kaira is the prefect place to take your family or business partners for a truly memorable gastronomic delight.

Golden Triangle Restaurant

Golden Triangle Restaurant

While the Golden Triangle of Northern Thailand is notable for its poppy plants, a restaurant located at 3F- 22 A Queensbay Mall, Penang, which bears the same name - Golden Triangle Restaurant - is famous for its special Thai, Vietnamese, and Laotian cuisines. Golden Triangle Restaurant is nicely decorated, with elegance and simplicity. James, the owner of the restaurant, is Thai. He comes from a family with restaurant experience. His grandparents owned restaurants on Phuket Island, and his mother herself was a good cook. With this background and environment, James developed his interest in the art of cooking from the time he was very young. James migrated to Malaysia many years ago. The Golden Triangle Restaurant at Queensbay Mall is his third restaurant in Malaysia. In order to maintain the original taste and flavor of the food served, all the cooks in his restaurants came from Thailand, Vietnam and Laos. The restaurant opened business in December 20th, 2007. In order to thank its customers for their continuing support, all patrons dining in the restaurant will be served dessert for free.

Vietnam Fried Spring Roll The spring roll peel is made of rice, slim as silk paper; its filling material relies mainly on vegetables

Thailand Choo Chi Dried Curry The fish is fragrant and crispy, the juice slips deliciously and oily in the curry and it is decorated with carved rose among them and bring out the best of the delicacy

Tom Yam Soup Tom yam soup served with prawns, squid, mushrooms and others and it is known as one of the famous Thai style starter

Golden Triangle Restaurant (Queensbay) Address : 3F-22A, Queensbay Mall, 19000 Bayan Lepas, Penang Business Hour : 11.30am - 10.30pm Tel : 04-644 0969 Website :

Golden Triangle Restaurant (Auto-City) Address : 1808-1809D,Auto-City North-South Highway Juru Interchange, 13600 Prai, Penang Business Hour : 10.30am - 2.30pm ; 5.30pm - 10.30pm Tel : 04-502 1969 Website :

Authentic IndoChine Cuisine

The Golden Triangle IndoChine Restaurant current outlets in Auto-City and Queenbay Mall welcomes you with its spacious rustic interior yet elegantly refined finish with wooden canopy and hardwood floors. A relatively new entry in the F&B scene in Penang, The Golden Triangle offers many wonderful delights to its diners. Famous not just for its tasty, delightful and exotic Indo Chine dishes and delicacies, Golden Triangle IndoChine Restaurant perhaps is the only restaurant in Penang serving an enormous range of dishes from Thai, Vietnamese and Laotian with an outstanding menu that matches an impeccable service for a great dining experience. As the name implies, Golden Triangle is located north of Thailand bordering Burma in the west and Indochina in the east. Aptly as the restaurant’s name, the chefs are all from Thailand, Laos and Vietnam in both outlets in Queensbay Mall and Auto-City said the General Manager, Mr James Thaksin. As for James, his association in the Thai cuisine originated from Phuket, where his grandparent and parents runs a local
restaurant there. It was James’ dream come through when he ventured into Thai restaurant business more than 8 years ago in Penang. With the opening of the first Golden Triangle Restaurant in Auto-City in December 2006 and the second on Penang island one year later in December 2007 in Queensbay Mall gives a spoilt of location whether you are on the island or mainland Penang. The vast range of delicious dishes served in Golden Triangle is full of flavour and varied in its piquant taste, like their signature Claypot Tang Hoon Crabs and Choo Chee Fish (deep fried topping with Thai chili paste). If you have yet to indulge in any Laotian cuisine, Laard Chicken, (a delicious meat chicken meat salad) is a must try. And to end a grand dining experience in The Golden Triangle, an array of mouth watering representation of desserts from all three countries which includes Mango Glutinous Rice and Stream Banana Cake. The Golden Triangle IndoChine Restaurant in Queensbay Mall and Auto-City is the prefect place to take your family or business partners for a truly memorable gastronomic delight.