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Top 10 Cities In Thailand For Expat Retirees
适合外国人养老的十大泰国城市
Want to live in Thailand with a Thai retirement visa?
你想在泰国享受泰国退休签证吗？
Well, first you should figure out which city you want to settle down in Thailand!
首先你应该弄清楚自己想要定居的泰国城市！
Thailand is possibly one of the most interesting and affordable places for you to retire in the world.
泰国可能是世界上最有趣、最经济的退休之地之一。
Known for its foreigner-friendly infrastructure and welcoming culture,
它以对外国人友好的基础设施和热情文化而闻名，
many expats from around the world have chosen the Land of Smiles as the paradise
许多来自世界各地的外国人都选择“微笑之国”作为他们的天堂，
where they can enjoy their golden years.
在那里享受自己的黄金岁月。
The first thing you have to consider before making an application for a retirement visa in Thailand
你在泰国申请退休签证之前，首先要考虑的是
is which part of the country you want to live in.
你想在哪里定居。
Here's a list of 10 Thai cities that are loved by expats.
以下是深受外国人喜爱的十大泰国城市。
One: Bangkok
曼谷
Bangkok is Thailand's capital city and it is the most populous one in the country.
曼谷是泰国的首都，是泰国人口最多的城市。
It's a buzzing cosmopolitan destination that comprises of many tall buildings, bustling markets,
它是一个熙熙攘攘的大都市，有许多高大的建筑、繁华的市场、
glittering nightclubs, ancient temples, magnificent palaces as well as street-side vendors that sell tantalising foods.
闪闪发光的夜总会、古老的寺庙、宏伟的宫殿，还有售卖诱人食物的街边小摊。
Apart from being coined as a concrete jungle, it possesses natural beauty
除了被创造出来的水泥丛林，它还拥有美丽的自然风光，
which you can see from flowering tropical plants, green spaces and swirling canals.
你可以看到开花的热带植物、绿地和涡流奔涌的运河。
Although the car traffic can be a nightmare at times,
虽然车祸有时是一场噩梦，
expat retirees who favour a bustling cityscape and want diverse lifestyle experiences
但喜欢繁华城市风光，并想体验不同生活的外国退休者
should make Bangkok their preferred city to live in.
应该让曼谷成为他们的首选城市。
Two: Pattaya
芭堤雅
Pattaya is a great holiday destination and a popular retirement destination for many western expats.
芭堤雅是一个很棒的度假胜地，也是许多西方人的退休胜地。
It is possibly the most enigmatic city in Thailand and a beach paradise to many.
它可能是泰国最神秘的城市，也是许多人的海滩天堂。
The city offers many facilities and amenities such as long stretches of beaches,
该市有很多便利设施，比如长长的海滩、
excellent sports clubs, full-scale golf courses and plenty opportunities for social activities.
优秀的体育俱乐部、全面的高尔夫球场以及大量的社会活动机会。
Serviced apartments, villas and condominiums are easily available in the city,
酒店式公寓、别墅和托管公寓在城市中随处可见，
and they are great for anyone who seeks the fine balance between beachside living and city living.
对于那些想在海滨生活和城市生活之间寻求平衡的人来说，它是不错的选择。
Three: Chiang Mai
清迈
Chiang Mai is located near the foothills of northern Thailand,
清迈位于泰国北部的丘陵地带，
and can be reached by air travel from the capital city of Bangkok.
从首都曼谷乘飞机可以到达这里。
The city is renowned for those who seek a tranquil lifestyle or a more temperate climate.
这座城市以那些追求宁静生活或更温和气候的人而闻名。
Chiang Mai is also home to many Buddhist temples with rich history that dates back to over 7 centuries ago.
清迈也是众多佛教寺庙的所在地，这些寺庙的丰富历史可以追溯到7个多世纪以前。
Tranquil doesn't mean that you do not get to have fun!
宁静并不意味着你没有乐趣！
Here, you will find movie theatres that offer first-run films, shopping malls and delectable dining options,
在这里，你会发现提供首播电影的电影院、购物中心、美味的餐饮，
so modern conveniences are within close reach.
现代化的便利设施近在咫尺。
A substantial amount of expats live near Chiang Mai's city centre in highly affordable condominium developments
许多外国人居住在清迈市中心附近的经济共管公寓开发区内，
so why not join them today?
所以为什么不加入他们呢？
Four: Phuket
普吉岛
Phuket houses one of Thailand's famed beach destinations and it offers the best of worlds
普吉岛是泰国著名的海滩胜地之一，它能为你提供世界上最好的东西：
spending fun-filled nights in the area's nightclubs
你可以在该地区的夜总会度过愉快的夜晚，
and spending peaceful days on idyllic sandy beaches.
在悠闲的沙滩上平静度日。
Because of the large influx of expats over the years,
由于多年来大量移民的涌入，
Phuket has no lack of international cuisine offerings in top notch restaurants.
普吉岛的顶级餐厅不乏国际美食。
Of course, if you want to go local, you can also enjoy some of the best Thai-style seafood here.
当然，如果你想本土化一点儿，也可以在那里享用一些最好的泰式海鲜。
The real estate market in Phuket is a bustling one,
普吉岛的房地产市场一片繁华，
and whether you buy a luxury pool villa or rent a cosy condo,
无论你是买豪华的泳池别墅还是租一间舒适的公寓，
you can be sure that there's no lack of options for you to choose from.
可以确定你没有选择的余地。
Five: Mae Hong Son
湄宏颂
Previously known as Mae Rong Son, this province is located on Thailand's western border.
这个省位于泰国西部边境，之前被称为夜丰颂。
The name of the province means "The City of Three Mists"
这个名字的意思是“三雾之城”
and can be reached by bus or car from Chiang Mai besides being serviced by the Mae Hong Son Airport.
除了乘坐湄宏颂机场的飞机外，你还可从清迈乘巴士或汽车前往这里。
This place is also a popular starting point for many local tours that visit caves and even the hill tribe villages.
这个地方也是许多本地旅游的大众起点，可以参观洞穴甚至是山地部落村庄。
Just outside the city, you will also be able to find beautiful hot springs and magnificent waterfalls.
在城外，你还可以找到美丽的温泉和壮观的瀑布。
One of the reasons why Mae Hong Son makes this list is because of one of its town named Pai.
湄宏颂之所以上榜，其中一个原因是她有一个名为“帕伊”的小镇。
Pai is a relatively small town in Mae Hong Son and connects the province with Chiang Mai.
帕伊是湄宏颂一个相对较小的城镇，与清迈省相连。
The town has a relaxing atmosphere that will suit those expat retirees who like nature and love green spaces.
它有一种放松的氛围，适合那些喜欢自然和绿色空间的海外退休人员。
Pai is notable for its Wednesday Market
帕伊以周三市场闻名，
that attracts large and vibrant crowds of tribal people, local Thais and foreign tourists.
能吸引大量充满活力的部落居民、泰国当地人和外国游客。
