ABOUT THAILAND
ABOUT THAILAND
WELCOME TO THE LAND OF SMILES!
The kingdom of Thailand lies in the heart of Southeast Asia, making it a natural gateway to Indochina, Myanmar and Southern China
The kingdom of Thailand lies in the heart of Southeast Asia, making it a natural gateway to Indochina, Myanmar and Southern China. Its shape and geography divide into four natural regions : the mountains and forests of the North; the vast rice fields of the Central Plains; the semi-arid farm lands of the Northeast plateau; and the tropical islands and long coastline of the peninsula South.
The country comprises 76 provinces that are further divided into districts, sub-districts and villages. Bangkok is the capital city and centre of political, commercial, industrial and cultural activities. It is also the seat of Thailand’s revered Royal Family, with His Majesty the King recognised as Head of State, Head of the Armed Forces, Upholder of the Buddhist religion and Upholder of all religions.
Neighboring countries
1) Myanmar – west and north,
2) Lao P.D.R. – north and northeast,
3) Cambodia – southeast and
4) Malaysia – south.
Area: 513,115 sq. km.
AMAZING THAILAND
Thailand is a constitutional monarchy with His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, or King Rama IX, the ninth king of the Chakri Dynasty, the present king. The King has reigned for more than half a century, making him the longest reigning Thai monarch. Thailand embraces a rich diversity of cultures and traditions. With its proud history, tropical climate and renowned hospitality, the Kingdom is a never-ending source of fascination and pleasure for international visitors.
Thailand is a constitutional monarchy with His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, or King Rama IX, the ninth king of the Chakri Dynasty, the present king. The King has reigned for more than half a century, making him the longest reigning Thai monarch. Thailand embraces a rich diversity of cultures and traditions. With its proud history, tropical climate and renowned hospitality, the Kingdom is a never-ending source of fascination and pleasure for international visitors.
Topography: Thailand is divided into 4 natural regions:
The mountainous North, with its profusion of multi-coloured orchids, fascinating native handicrafts and winter temperatures are sufficiently cool to permit cultivation of temperate fruits such as strawberries and peaches;
The high Northeast Plateau, which still jealously guards its many archaeological and anthropological mysteries;
The Central Plain, one of the world’s most fertile rice and fruit-growing areas with colourful traditional culture and way of life as well as the sandy beaches of the East Coast and vibrant cosmopolitan Bangkok;
The peninsular South where the unspoiled beaches and idyllic islands complement economically vital tin mining, rubber cultivation and fishing.
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behind the scenes
Press releases, Travel features, Festivals & Events and other Tourism Authority of Thailand, Malaysia News
Experience Thainess
---- AMAZING THAILAND ---
Thailand is a festive kingdom, celebrating numerous provincial and national holidays and hosting many regional and global events. Search our comprehensive calendar of events and festivals by month; discover holidays that coincide with your trip and add them to your travel planner.
see & do
From hot-air ballooning to kite surfing, nearly every imaginable activity can be arranged during your holiday in Thailand.
thailand food
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has been playing a significant role in getting the kingdom’s gastronomy word out.
FESTIVALS & EVENTS
Thailand is a festive kingdom, celebrating numerous provincial and national holidays and hosting many regional and global events.
