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The hustle and bustle of the Thai food market, together with the aromatic sensations which change every five paces, captivate your senses. As reflected in its cuisine, the culture of Thailand is one of generosity, warmth and refreshment.
Whether traveling by motorcycle through the high-country green landscape, navigating the city streets of Bangkok or feeling the bright white sand of Ko Lipe beach envelop your toes, Thailand is a country of immense contrasts; a country like no other.
Expanses of rice paddies and tropical forests dominate the geography of Thailand, with its cluttered cities and towns of rural, ancient character sparking endless quests of cultural discovery.
The traditional Thai greeting, the wai, is generally offered first by the younger of the two people meeting, with their hands pressed together, fingertips pointing upwards as the head is bowed to touch face to fingertips.
Thailand is like that. Welcoming. Friendly. Accommodating. And keen to introduce you to unforgettable experiences.
A country always in front-of-mind for those looking for unique experiences, with almost a legendary status amongst travellers around the world, Thailand presents a blend of culture charm and luxurious indulgence.
From the rich forests and fields punctuated by silvery waterfalls in the north to the gleaming temples and golden Buddhas, to the gentle surf and sandy beaches, Thailand will always excite and surprise.
In the 1600s, Ayuthaya, which was just north of today’s Bangkok, was one of the greatest and wealthiest cities in Asia, a thriving seaport that entertained emissaries and traders from Europe, China and beyond. It was observed by some travellers that in comparison to Ayuthaya, London was just a village.
Siam become known as Thailand in 1939 (meaning – Land of the Free) as a result of the Revolution of 1932, when the nation’s military staged a coup against the monarchy and established a constitutional-style monarchy.
Thailand is known as the “Land of the Smiles”, and when people encounter the air of serenity and optimism that permeates the country, a smile is the natural reaction. Perhaps no other place on earth is as welcoming and relaxed as Thailand.
