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Among the countries in South East Asia, Thailand is the one that is mostly visited by tourists almost throughout the year. With a glorious history, colorful flora and fauna and lovely beaches this mystic country has always been a major attraction to all kinds of travelers.
Overview : Since Paleolithic Period Thailand has been inhabited by humans. Siam , as Thailand was known earlier, was the only country in South East Asia that was never colonized by any European power. Tourists love this country because of its tropical climate dominated by monsoon. November to mid March is the ideal time for visiting Thailand since at that time the weather is dry and cool. The most unique thing about Thailand is that the official calendar of the country is based on Buddhist era.
Sightseeing: Once you are in Thailand you will feel that it is not possible to visit all the sightseeing spots of Thailand in one trip. All the provinces of Thailand are full of sightseeing spots unique as well as beautiful. Wat Phra Kaew or the Temple of Emerald Buddha, Sai Yok National Park and Muang Sing Historical Park.
Things to do: Thailand is a paradise for shoppers. Here you would not only find huge departmental stores with all the big brand names coming together under one roof, but also local markets where you can buy local products for a good deal. Thai massage is famous all over the world so when in Thailand do not miss an opportunity of having a massage in a good spa.
Dining: Thai cuisine is a fine blend of all the five tastes like sweet, sour, salty, bitter and spicy. Thus it is renowned world over. In any Thai cuisine you would find a generous use of spices like garlic and chilies with generous amount of lemon grass, lime juice and fish sauce. You would not only find lots of restaurants in Thailand but small stalls in the streets also serving mouthwatering delicacies. Side by side you would also get giants like McDonalds and KFC.
Accommodation: Since almost throughout the year there are tourists traveling to Thailand , varieties of accommodation are also present in Thailand . Ambassador, Grand Ville, and Royal are some of the hotels in Thailand .
Useful information: Since Thailand enjoys a tropical climate it is advisable that you carry cotton clothes with you. The communication service is really good in Thailand therefore in every leading hotel you would get fax and internet services. Medical service is quite advanced as is the law and order situation strict enough to handle miscreants like drug mafias. |