The
word “Thai”
means freedom. Thailand is the land of freedom, the land of
unique culture and the only country in Southeast Asia that
has never been colonized.
Our
country is situated in the heart of Southeast Asia.We are
the gateway to Laos , Cambodia , Burma , and Malaysia . The
country is divided into five regions: the mountains and the
forests in the North; the Central Plain with vast rice fields;
the semi-arid farm lands in the Northeast; the tropical lands
in the East; and the coastline and beaches of peninsular South.
Thailand has a population of approximately 64 million people
in 2006, of which 85% are ethnic Thais, 10% Chinese and 5
% Mon, Indian, Islam and 10 different groups of mountain tribes.
It is comprised of 76 provinces that are further divided into
districts, sub-districts and villages.
Thailand
is a constitutional monarchy headed by His Majesty King Poomipol
Adulyadate, the present king. The king has reigned for 60
years; in 2006, he is the longest-reigning monarch in Thailand
and in the world!
Thailand
embraces a rich diversity of cultures and traditions with
a proud history, tropical climate, excellent food and renowned
hospitality.
Welcome
to visit Thailand , the dreamed destination for all visitors.
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