Each of its four major region
offers a distinctive experience for the traveler in search of discovery. Misty
mountains in the north shelter verdant valleys and exotic hill tribes, while in
centers like Chiang Mai traditional customs and crafts have been preserved over
generations. Along the picturesque coastlines of the east and south lie some of
the world's most beautiful beaches and off-shore islands, each with its own beauty.
Scattered over the northeastern plateau are superb khamer monuments from the time
of Angkor Wat and natural parks teeming with wild life. In the Central Region
can be found the evocative ruins of ancient Thai capitals and bustling Bangkok
with its dynamic and countless pleasures.
Thailand is a country of scenic diversity
and ancient traditions, of tranquil temples and modern urban excitement. With
and independent history going back more than seven centuries, it has managed to
absorb a variety of cultural influences and blend them into something uniquely
and memorably Thai.