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<p>Shella3396: </p> <hr /> <div>&lt;br&gt;By Patpicha Tanakasempipat and Jiraporn Kuhakan&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;BANGKOK, Nov 29 (Reuters) - Thousands of [http://imageshack.us/photos/anti-government%20Thai anti-government Thai] protesters marched to an army barracks on Sunday to challenge King Maha Vajiralongkorn's personal [http://www.europeana.eu/portal/search.html?query=control control] over some army units.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;It was the latest act of defiance against the king by protesters who have broken taboos by criticising the monarchy.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Thai constitution says the monarchy must be revered and laws ban insulting the institution.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Protesters, many carrying inflatable ducks which have become a protest mascot, stopped at the gates of the 11th Infantry Regiment, part of the King's Guard that played a role in the suppression of anti-establishment protests in 2010.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Lines of riot police blocked protesters at the gate.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;&quot;No democratic country sees a king control an army. In any democratic country with a king as head of state, armed forces report to the government,&quot; said Arnon Nampa, a rights lawyer and protest leader who has been a frequent critic of the monarchy.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;&quot;We've been seeing the monarchy expanding its powers. That´s why we're here today.&quot;&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;The Royal Palace has made no comment since protests began, but the king hmself said recently that protesters are loved &quot;all the same&quot; despite their actions.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Protesters accuse the monarchy of enabling decades of military domination. There have been 13 successful coups since 1932, when absolute rule by the monarch came to an end.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Protests began in July and initially demanded the departure of Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tua du lịch thái lan] a former junta leader, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan giá rẻ] and a new constitution. Demonstrators have expanded their demands since then to include curbs on the powers of the king.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Arnon is among several protest leaders facing charges under lese majeste laws against insulting the monarchy after speeches he made at previous rallies.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;The Foreign Ministry said in a statement that Thailand adhered to the rule of law and the right to freedom of speech must stay within those boundaries.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;&quot;In every case where the law is violated, officials take action with strict adherence to the appropriate legal processes without discrimination,&quot; the ministry said.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;The prime minister has dismissed demands that he quit and rejected accusations that he engineered last year's election to retain power after taking office in 2014.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Video shared on social media showed soldiers taking down a giant picture of the king and queen at the entrance to the barracks before the protest.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;(Writing by Matthew Tostevin; Editing by Robert Birsel)&lt;br&gt;</div>

Shella3396 https://www.nmnwiki.com/index.php?title=8_Tasty_Street_Food_Dishes_To_Try_In_Thailand&diff=50419 2021-01-03T00:19:40Z

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Shella3396 https://www.nmnwiki.com/index.php?title=6_Most_Beautiful_Islands_In_Thailand&diff=49954 2021-01-02T21:48:36Z

<p>Shella3396: </p> <hr /> <div>&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt; Thailand has been widely recognised for a wide array of things, many of which have contributed immensely to the number of tourists visiting the region. The country witnesses a plethora of tourists, flooding the region every single year. The place has most definitely turned into a tourists hub in today&amp;#39;s day and age. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt; Much can be said about the varied and distinct cultural attractions available for tourists to experience. For those of you travelling to the region for the first time, you&amp;#39;re inevitably in for a treat. 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Shella3396 https://www.nmnwiki.com/index.php?title=Tinder_Tests_Face_To_Face_Video_Chat&diff=48486 2021-01-02T17:09:49Z

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Shella3396 https://www.nmnwiki.com/index.php?title=More_Details_About_Tours_To_The_Thailand_Beaches&diff=44012 2021-01-02T07:11:48Z

<p>Shella3396: </p> <hr /> <div>&lt;br&gt; Most people love to travel to Thailand because it&amp;#39;s moderately cheaper.&lt;br&gt;The back packing around Thailand usually costs around $30-35 USD per day, depending on how much alcohol you get through and how many days you spend on the islands, where costs are much higher. One of the rough guides for Thailand [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan] to beaches is to have no less than what you pay out on your hotel room per day.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;You can look forward to experience the lavish beaches by spending money. &lt;br&gt;(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push();&lt;br&gt; The main three points which you must go through before visiting the Thailand beaches are as follows: &lt;br&gt; You can choose which beach you would like to visit. You can select a particular destination. It&amp;#39;s really that easy. &lt;br&gt; The Thailand beaches along the shores consist of outlets serving Western, Indian, Japanese, etc.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;food charge a major premium with a meal being two-three times more pricey than the comparable amount of Thai food. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt; The high season for touring the Thailand beaches is considered to be June and July. The cheapest month to fly to Thailand is around September.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;In an ideal world, you&amp;#39;d be able to spend at least for three weeks in Thailand: Three to five days in the Bangkok area; a week and transfigure exploring the spiritual north; and another week to ten days island [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tua du lịch thái lan] hopping in the South. High season is considered to be June, July and August.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The cheapest month to fly to Thailand is September. You can enter your chosen departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unfasten the latest Thailand flight deals. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt; The Kata Beach which is an amusing bay, is just a few minutes south of Karon Beach as it entices and trinkets many visitors with its white sands and clear waters.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Kata Beach in Thailand is mostly split into two focal areas: one is the Kata Centre, which is at the northern end, close to Karon, and the other one is the Kata South - home to several resorts.Visitors will uncover a profusion of shops to browse in, from souvenir stalls and mini-marts to name-brand fashion stores.&lt;br&gt;The area also has an inspirational range of dining options, from budget street food to some of the finest restaurants in Phuket. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt; Very admired with families, Kata is an all-round the most wanted due to its spectacular palm-lined beach, great restaurants, lively but not discordant nightlife and varied accommodation options - all close to the beach.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;From May to October surfers flock to catch Kata&amp;#39;s waves and from November to April the beach is alive with sunseekers. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt; Another beautiful place is the East Thailand Beach.Guests are on tenterhooks for a glimpse into the exotic East [ Thailand Beach] might not find it here, though the steaming hot streets, neon lights and chaotic atmosphere of Patong can be awesome for the new arrival.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The key to full delight of the place is to pace yourself, drink lots of water and learn the meaning of &amp;#39;mai pen rai&amp;#39; - which translates roughly to as if it doesn&amp;#39;t matter or not to worry and be happy. There are recently many hotels that have been set up near the Patong Beach.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt; The author has vast experience in writing transportation, travel, Phuket Travel Company, Phuket Tours, Thailand tours, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan] Phuket hotels, transportation in Phuket, Phuket airport to Patong, Phuket to Krabi, Phuket attractions, activities in Phuket, Phuket to Phi Phi, Thailand Beaches, Kata beach Phuket, Places to visit in Phuket, Places to visit in Krabi, Phuket Nightlife, Krabi Nightlife, transport company Thailand, transport company Phuket, Travel Agent Phuket, Phuket Travel Company, Islands near Phuket, Best things to do in Phuket, Best things to do in Krabi.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The author has written numerous content on these topics on a [http://www.healthncure.net/?s=regular%20basis regular basis]. Visit for more information [ ]</div>

Shella3396 https://www.nmnwiki.com/index.php?title=Women_Who_Escaped_Slavery_Turn_Anti-trafficking_Crusaders_In_India&diff=43747 2021-01-02T06:35:41Z

<p>Shella3396: </p> <hr /> <div>&lt;br&gt;By Anuradha Nagaraj&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;CHENNAI, India, Dec 1 (Thomson Reuters Foundation) - S eparated from her parents, Jayashree Ponrajan spent most of her teenage years trapped in a form of bonded labour - forced to live and work in the spinning mills of southern India.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;It took Ponrajan years to find a way out, but ever since then she has been denouncing the recruitment of teenagers in India's textile and garments industry and the harsh conditions they face.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;That made her an obvious candidate for a new initiative that will train victims of forced labour and human trafficking to be campaigners in communities at high risk from modern slavery.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;&quot;I tell everyone my story - how I went to a spinning mill when I was 14, cried when I was not allowed to meet my mother, lost the nails of my right hand and learnt to continue work with my left,&quot; Ponrajan told the Thomson Reuters Foundation.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Now 43, she has been recruited to a team of 50 female slavery survivors and hopes her voice will be heard by those who can change the way business and work is conducted in the Indian garment industry, which employs at least 12 million people.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;The initiative wants to &quot;bring the lived experience of women and survivors to the anti-slavery movement&quot;, said Claire Falconer, who heads the Freedom Rising project, launched by anti-trafficking nonprofit the Freedom Fund.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;&quot;The aim is to give an authenticity to the voice of the movement as their (survivors') perspective is critical to the work of changing the conditions that lead people to be exploited,&quot; she added.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;About 2,260 cases of human trafficking involving more than 6,000 victims were reported in India last year, with sex trafficking and forced labour the most common offences.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Networks of former victims across various Indian states play a key role in helping [http://mommysavers.com/?s=anti-trafficking anti-trafficking] groups reach people still trapped in modern slavery - from [http://www.dailymail.co.uk/home/search.html?sel=site&amp;searchPhrase=bonded%20labour bonded labour] in brick kilns to labour abuse in garment factories.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;In December, survivors from 11 Indian states turned campaigners by roping in their communities to write more than 110,000 postcards to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging him to bring in an anti-trafficking law.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Several state governments are also working with survivor networks and community groups to track down and help victims.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Under the new programme, being launched online on Wednesday, each cohort of 50 leaders in different states will get a minimum of 12 months of mentoring, leadership and technical training, before graduating to join the Freedom Rising alumni network.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;&quot;Besides building capacity of individuals, we want to change organisations culturally. For example, many organisations working to protect the rights of female garment workers are led by men,&quot; Falconer said.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Following the pilot project in the southern state of Tamil Nadu, the Freedom Fund will roll out the programme to other parts of India, Nepal, Thailand and Ethiopia.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;For Ponrajan, who eventually graduated in social work and now works as a field coordinator [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan giá rẻ] for nonprofit Centre for Action and Rural Education (CARE), [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tua du lịch thái lan] her new role is an opportunity for [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan giá rẻ] personal growth as well as a chance to help others.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;&quot;I want to be heard everywhere and by everyone. For that I need to learn English and also be more aware of labour laws,&quot; she said.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;&quot;I'm hoping this programme will help me learn new skills (to) reach out to more people. Then, change will happen faster.&quot; (Reporting by Anuradha Nagaraj @AnuraNagaraj; Editing by Helen Popper.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Please credit the Thomson Reuters Foundation, the charitable arm of Thomson Reuters, that covers the lives of people around the world who struggle to live freely or fairly. Visit website</div>

Shella3396 https://www.nmnwiki.com/index.php?title=2021_Toyota_Corolla_Cross_Is_A_New_Affordable_SUV_Likely_Headed_To_America_-_Roadshow&diff=41105 2021-01-02T00:17:19Z

<p>Shella3396: </p> <hr /> <div>id=&quot;article-body&quot; class=&quot;row&quot; section=&quot;article-body&quot;&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Corolla Cross is pretty cute, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour đi thái lan] in a pug-like way.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Toyota&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Arriving hard on the heels of the [/roadshow/news/toyota-yaris-cross-suv-hybrid-awd-revealed/ Yaris Cross] that debuted a few months ago, [/roadshow/make/toyota/ Toyota] has unveiled the 2021 [/roadshow/make/toyota/model/corolla/ Corolla] Cross in Thailand. The name is pretty self-explanatory: the Corolla Cross is essentially a [http://www.houzz.com/?search=crossover crossover] version of the [/roadshow/reviews/2019-toyota-corolla-hatchback-review/ Corolla], [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour đi thái lan] slotting into the same equivalent size class.&lt;br&gt;The Corolla Cross' body shape is pretty similar to the [/roadshow/make/toyota/model/rav4/ RAV4] with an upright appearance and a nearly identical greenhouse, but it's got a distinctive front end with angry headlights and a large, black-framed grille that reminds me of a pug's nose, albeit more flattering. I particularly like the fender flare treatment, which reminds me of boxy rally cars from the 1980s like the Lancia Delta Integrale. The RAV4 similarities continue at the rear, where the Corolla Cross has thin taillights and a bumper covered in black cladding and a faux skid plate.&lt;br&gt;</div>

Shella3396 https://www.nmnwiki.com/index.php?title=Reuters_Odd_News_Summary&diff=39903 2021-01-01T21:17:38Z

<p>Shella3396: </p> <hr /> <div>&lt;br&gt;Following is a summary of current odd news briefs.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Unscary 'Brexit monster' takes a turn in Rotterdam ahead of Jan. 1 border controls&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;The &quot;Brexit Monster,&quot; a furry blue mascot created by the Netherlands to personify problems linked to Britain's EU departure, made an appearance at the Port of Rotterdam on Tuesday to warn that customs controls are coming on Jan. 1.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&quot;'Deal or no deal' is, for the port operations, not relevant,&quot; said Mark Dijk, the port's Brexit coordinator.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Monolith or just trash? Metal sculpture in Utah appears to have been demolished&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;The mysterious metal column found standing inexplicably in a remote part of Utah's desert last month was [http://www.ehow.com/search.html?s=knocked knocked] down and dismantled by a group of men who considered it &quot;trash,&quot; according to a photographer who documented the object's demise.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;As images of the object gleaming amid dusty red rocks spread online, many noted a vague resemblance to the so-called &quot;monoliths&quot; in Stanley Kubrick's 1968 film &quot;2001: A Space Odyssey,&quot; prompting strained jokes about a possibly extraterrestrial origin.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Kaavan, Pakistan's lonesome elephant, starts new life in Cambodia&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Pakistan's lonely elephant Kaavan arrived in Cambodia by cargo plane on Monday to start a new life with 600 fellow pachyderms at a local sanctuary, the result of years of campaigning for his relocation by American singer Cher.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Cher was on the tarmac at the airport of Cambodia's second-biggest city Siem Reap to greet the elephant and met the vets who accompanied Kaavan on his long journey in a custom-made crate, with more than 200 kg (441 lbs) of food to keep him busy.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Mystery monolith vanishes in Romania - alien action or local prank?&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;A shiny metal monolith vanished on Tuesday from Romania's mountainous Neamt county, four days after its sudden appearance close to an ancient Dacian fortress sparked speculation it may be related to a mystery structure seen in the United States.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;A similar alien-looking pillar, was spotted in a Utah desert in the United States about two weeks ago. It disappeared after generating much excitement internationally among science-fiction fans, hearkening to Stanley Kubrick's 1968 film, &quot;2001: A Space Odyssey,&quot; based on a novel by Arthur C.&lt;br&gt;Clarke.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Orsted wins right to stick with 19th century physicist's name&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Danish energy group Orsted has won a dispute with descendants of scientist Hans Christian Orsted over the legal right to use his name, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour đi thái lan] the Supreme Court ruled on Monday. The company changed its name from DONG Energy - short for Danish Oil and Natural Gas - to Orsted in 2017, saying it was a celebration of the 19th century Danish physicist, after a switch from fossil fuels to being the world's largest developer of offshore wind farms.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;French rescuers rig crane to help obese man stuck in home&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;French rescuers had to go to extremes to evacuate a man suffering from morbid obesity from his flat on Tuesday, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour đi thái lan] after he was immobilized in his home following an accident last year.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Some 50 rescuers and a crane were used in the operation in the southern city of Perpignan. Estimated to weigh between 250 and 300 kilos (550 lbs to 660 lbs), the man, identified as &quot;Alain P.&quot; had been unable to move from the floor after falling out of bed a year ago.&lt;br&gt;He will now be hospitalized for several months as doctors tend to his needs and try and help him lose body fat.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;From hijabs to cosplay, Indonesian finds calling in cat fashion makeovers&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;It may not be haute couture, but former Indonesian school teacher turned tailor Fredi Lugina Priadi has found a lucrative market for his cat fashions, creating unique costumes and cosplay outfits for cats.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;After quitting his job as a teacher, he tried his hand at a number of businesses, including running a motorbike repair shop, before stumbling upon cat fashions, an idea from one of his [http://www.msnbc.com/search/cat-loving%20cousins cat-loving cousins].&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Wagging tails: therapy dog cheers Spanish special-needs kids during COVID&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Surrounded by parents and teachers, five children with disabilities in a Spanish special-needs school cannot hide their excitement when Soul the therapy dog walks in wagging her tail.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;&quot;What we have noticed a lot during the time of the pandemic is that they pay much more attention to the dog,&quot; special education teacher Meritxell Arias told Reuters as the children laughed and petted the golden retriever, who also appeared to be smiling.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Change is in the hair: [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour đi thái lan] Thai royalist turns rebel&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Mitree Chitinunda was such a devoted Thai royalist that he had the king's portrait cut into his hair last year, but politics like fashion and hairstyles is changing in Thailand.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Mitree latest hairstyle shows the &quot;Hunger Games&quot; salute of the pro-democracy protesters who are demanding reforms to curb the power of King Maha Vajiralongkorn in addition to a new prime minister and new constitution.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Giant Japanese robot spurs hopes for tourism after virus hit&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;An 18-meter (60-foot) &quot;Gundam&quot; robot that can walk and move its arms was unveiled in Japan on Monday amid hopes that it will help invigorate tourism hit by COVID-19.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The robot is modeled after a figure in &quot;Mobile Suit Gundam,&quot; a Japanese cartoon first launched in the late 1970s about enormous battle robots piloted by humans. The series spawned multiple spin-offs and toys and gained a worldwide following.&lt;br&gt;</div>

Shella3396 https://www.nmnwiki.com/index.php?title=Thailand_-_A_Travel_Guide_With_Links_To_Other_Pages_About_Thailand&diff=38296 2021-01-01T16:56:12Z

<p>Shella3396: </p> <hr /> <div>id=&quot;mod_20211806&quot;&gt;Introduction&lt;br&gt;The author of this page has visited the nation of Thailand on a number of occasions, not as a travel expert, but as a tourist, photographer and writer. During these visits many key attractions have been explored, and a photographic record maintained.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;On this page I include a resume of the key facts about this country, I briefly relate its geography and its history, I mention some of the important tourist attractions, and I write about the Thai people and culture.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The page is first and foremost the Home Page to all my articles about Thailand, and therefore includes links to everything I have written. The articles include information about some of the major attractions, and some personal reflections on my many experiences in the country.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;All photos have been taken by the author during his visits to the country.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;N.B: Please note, all of my articles are best read on desktops and laptops&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The map of Thailand, its neighbouring nations and the coastline | SourceThe topography of Thailand. Note the mountain ranges in the north, and the two great river basins of Central Thailand - the Chao Phraya and the Mekong | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Geography and Climate of Thailand&lt;br&gt;The Kingdom of Thailand lies in the heart of the region of South-East Asia, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tua du lịch thái lan] known as Indochina, sharing borders with the nations of Burma, Laos, Cambodia and Malaysia.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The country, which covers an area of 513,000 sq km (198,000 sq miles), is comparable in size to Spain, larger than the State of California yet rather smaller than the State of Texas. The peninsula nature of South Thailand creates a very long coastline of more than 3,000 km (2,000 miles), and this has greatly benefited Thailand with advantages for international trade, as well as fisheries and tourism.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Much of the land in the north and the extreme west is above 500 metres in height. The highest mountain is Doi Inthanon at 2,565 meters (8,415 ft). A smaller range of high hills runs north-south through the centre of the country dividing the land into two great river basins - the Chao Phraya in the west, and the Mekong in the east. Most of the land in these river basins is much lower lying, and this land provide Thailand with its fertile agricultural plains. The peninsular south of Thailand is bounded on the western side by the Andaman Sea and on the eastern side by the Gulf of Thailand, and is a region of lush forest, beautiful limestone karst scenery and coral islands.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Just north of the equator but lying well within the Tropic of Cancer, and with temperatures varying between 19 and 38°C (66-100°F), Thailand's climate is generally hot and humid, but three seasons can be identified through most of the country - a 'hot' season from May to August, a 'rainy' season from September to October (in reality the weather is usually fine, but heavy monsoon rainstorms are quite common), and a 'cool' season from November to April (which is not much cooler, but it is much drier and this is therefore the most pleasant time to visit). Temperatures, in truth, show little seasonal variation in most regions of Thailand, but rainfall does.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Elephant trekking is popular in the southern islands and the northern hills | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Regions of Thailand&lt;br&gt;From the point of view of tourists, this country can be conveniently divided into four regions - the City of Bangkok, the northwest and the hill tribes, the Isaan region of the northeast and the beaches and islands to the south. The following sections contain brief descriptions of some of the major attractions, the geography and climate, the history and culture, which bring tourists to these parts of Thailand.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The ruined city of Ayutthaya | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Bangkok&lt;br&gt;The capital city of Thailand features prominently in my articles, because whatever part of Thailand the tourist intends to visit, Bangkok will usually be on the itinerary somewhere along the line, as the arrival point into the country or the departure point to the rest of the world. And the majority of visitors to Thailand will at least spend a day or two in Bangkok before they head off to other parts. And what a place to spend a couple of days! Noisy, overpopulated, traffic-jammed, exotic and vibrant - Bangkok is a city unlike any other, and I like it. Perhaps not a place to spend a month, but for a few days, there are the most intricately decorated of temples, there's street markets where the city really comes to life, and there's great shopping and entertainments to cater for all tastes. And not far from the city is the ancient ruined Capital of Ayutthaya, and the beach at Pattaya is a day trip away.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Northwest and the Hilltribes&lt;br&gt;For those who wish for a more adventurous or cultural vacation in Thailand, the northwest of the country offers a very different experience. The northwest is home to the ancient kingdoms of Sukhothai and Lanna, and the modern city of Chiang Mai - by all accounts a much more relaxed, less hectic, more beautiful city than Bangkok. But the main appeal for the tourists who head to the forested mountains, the deep valleys and cooler climate of the northwest is culture. Here there is the opportunity to live as a guest of the hill tribes of the region - distinct, indigenous tribes who to a large extent have preserved their traditional lifestyles, their own local language, colourful dress and farming techniques. This is authentic Thailand, and a visit to these parts can be a rewarding experience for many. To date I have not visited the northwest (hence no photos), but perhaps in the future?&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;A giant Buddha statue which stands on a prominent hill in N.E Thailand | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Northeast&lt;br&gt;The country between Bangkok and Laos to the north, and between Bangkok and Cambodia to the east, is the least touristy in the country. It is the most rural, and is generally speaking, the least affluent. Much of this land lies in a region known as 'Isaan', a culturally distinct area with its own dialect, cuisine and traditions. The main cities are Udon Thani and Khon Kaen. Not so many Western visitors travel to this area, unless they are backpackers who wish to see rural life in Thailand whilst passing through to Laos or Cambodia. But there are many little known sights, both ancient and modern, to attract in the region, and some of these are to be found in my pages, as I have been fortunate enough to spend a number of weeks in this part of the country as guest of a Thai family.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The beautiful Phi Phi Islands | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Islands to the South&lt;br&gt;The majority of tourists who come to Thailand flock to the south, to beach resorts such as Krabi and Khao Lak, and to the beautiful limestone karst islands. The most popular tourist destinations include the islands of Koh Samui and Phuket. And in the Andaman Sea there lies the famously exotic Phi Phi Islands as well as many others to choose from. Whatever your personal preference, there is an island or a resort for you - whether it be the family hotel and beach resort, the active water sports haven, the hippie mecca, or the peaceful and unspoilt natural paradise.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Long-tail boats on the Phi Phi Islands | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Bang-Pa In - once the Summer Palace in the Kingdom of Ayutthaya | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;History of Thailand&lt;br&gt;The history of the Thai people before the 13th century is unfortunately not clear today. There were certainly Stone Age settlements in Thailand, whilst Bronze Age civilisation in Ban Chiang in northern Thailand has left many relics. But little else is known for certain. Over the next millennium, a series of migrations and invasions by various groups including southern Chinese and Burmese tribes took place, and during this period Indian settlers brought with them Hinduism and Buddhism.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Many rival tribes and local cultures competed for influence and regional supremacy, but gradually two great kingdoms would develop - Lanna in the north west, and Sukhothai, a little further south. Lanna was a powerful state for hundreds of years, but by the 13th century, Sukhothai had established a period of extensive dominance, and during this time the distinctive Thai alphabet was established, and Buddhism became the state religion. But the borders of both Lanna and Sukhothai were far from secure and they were prone to constant incursions from neighbouring states. Lanna gradually declined after long periods of internal and external conflict, while Sukhothai's dominance was short-lived. The remains of the capital of Sukhothai which date from 1238 AD can still be seen today, and are regarded as the ruins of the first major city in Thailand.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;A powerful new kingdom was developing in the south, and this was soon to absorb Sukhothai into its boundaries. This kingdom was Ayutthaya, and its capital city was established in 1350. Ayutthaya soon spread its influence to incorporate much of modern day Thailand as well as parts of neighbouring Laos and Cambodia, and its emergence signalled the beginnings of a united Thailand, which survived largely without serious challenge for 400 years. During this time, Thailand prospered, and trade with the rest of the world including the great European powers began.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;However, in 1767 the capital of Ayutthaya fell under the assault of Burmese forces, and was almost completely destroyed, and theThais had to regroup and start again under King Rama I, the first ruler of the Chakri dynasty which still prevails to this day. They built a brand new capital 80 kilometres south in a region called Thonburi on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River. Gradually this settlement developed across the river, and it was on the East bank that a great city later burgeoned to become modern day Bangkok.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;During the 19th century, many neighbouring states were colonised by the great powers of Britain and France, but Thailand, as a result of careful diplomacy by its rulers, remained independent and the country began to prosper once more.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;In 1932, the absolute monarchy which had ruled Thailand for so long came to an end with a bloodless coup by the military, but the King was very soon re-installed as a constitutional monarch. Throughout much of this history from about the 13th century, the name of 'Siam' was used for the region, gradually being adopted by both the indigenous people and by European traders as the official name of the country. But on 24th June 1939, the nation - the only one in south east Asia to remain forever free of European colonisation - officially changed its name to 'Thailand', which means 'Free Land'. Today Thailand remains proud of its claim never to have come under the control of a Western empire.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Thailand - the Buddhist Nation | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Economy&lt;br&gt;The economy is the second largest in S.E Asia, and Thailand's exports are of vital importance. Principal trade is in fish and agricultural foods - Thailand is one of the world's largest exporters of rice. Other major commodities include textiles and rubber, jewellery, computer goods and electrical appliances. This export market also means that despite its appeal as a vacation destination, Thailand relies on tourism for only 7% of its gross domestic product.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;One of the most famous of Thai traditions is the floating market - once the mainstay of trade on the canals, but now largely maintained as a tourist attraction | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Government&lt;br&gt;Thailand has been a constitutional hereditary monarchy since 1932. The present Head of State is King Rama IX, Bhumibol Adulyadej*. As a constitutional monarch he takes no direct role in the day to day politics of the country, but remains a much revered and loved figure across all political divides. Following the ending of absolute monarchy, a series of military dictatorships alternated with civilian prime ministers in the mid to late 20th century, but gradually the country has been stabilising into democracy. Democracy is still not entirely secure, and rifts between the two major parties and between the urban and rural populations have led to sporadic civil disturbances and army interventions. It should however, be made clear that these actions are usually very short-lived and localised - it seems the army has no wish to dominate political affairs, and when such incidents have occurred, power has been quickly returned to civilian authorities. Essentially the country is peaceful. Today there is an elected Prime Minister as the head of a government which consists of two Houses of Parliament - a Senate and a House of Representatives. The judiciary is independent of government.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;* In 2016 the King, the longest reigning monarch in the world, died. Currently also, the country is once again under military rule, and yet remains essentially peaceful.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;A traditional Thai dancer. Thais are rightly proud of their culture, though it is a culture derived from many regional influences over the centuries of settlement | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Thai People - Ethnicity and Religion&lt;br&gt;Approximately 65 million people live in Thailand, of which more than 80% can be described as ethnically Thai - the descendants of the peoples who have lived throughout the region or settled here over most of the past 2000 years. They all broadly speak the same language, though there are regional dialects and differences in vocabulary, most notably in the Isaan region of North East Thailand.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Of the remaining 15 to 20% of the population, the majority are more recent Chinese arrivals, with smaller numbers of immigrants from other neighbouring countries, as well as Western settlers. Lastly there are the ethnically distinct hill tribes of the North West such as the Hmong and Karen - peoples who have never fully integrated into the Thai culture of the rest of the country.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;95% of Thais belong to the Theravada School of the Buddhist faith, the expression of Buddhism most prevalent in Burma, Laos, Cambodia and Sri Lanka, and most closely allied to the Buddha's original teachings. Other schools of Buddhism - Mahayana, and its more diverse variations including Vajrayana and Zen Buddhism - are predominant in the far east, in China, Japan and Vietnam, and also in the Dalai Lama's Tibet. In practice, the differences between the schools are not huge, and perhaps most obvious to tourists is the colour of the robes of the monks - unlike the maroon robes so familiarly worn by the Dalai Lama, Thai monks wear saffron orange-yellow or ochre-brown.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The only other faith of significance in Thailand is Islam, which forms the majority religion in three extreme southern provinces. Sadly, as is so often the case in the world today, religious and cultural tensions have led to separatist movements here, and increasing incidents of violence. It should be stressed however, that these tensions rarely impinge upon the areas of the south which most tourists frequent.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Consultation with a Buddhist monk | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Thai People - Culture and Etiquette&lt;br&gt;A popular description for Thailand which the nation likes to encourage, is 'The Land of Smiles'. Although of course Thais can be as miserable as the rest of us, there is some small degree of truth to the nickname. Thai people do tend to have a relatively peaceful contented way of viewing the world, and they are usually not aggressive by nature. Customs and etiquette are observed but not usually fanatically so, as befits a pacific religion like Buddhism.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;For the traveller there are however, some aspects of Thai culture and etiquette which should be observed out of respect for the people. Any guide book will list the do's and don'ts of how to conduct oneself as a tourist on holiday in Thailand. The following list is a basic guide to key requirements:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The wai is, for me, one of the most enchanting aspects of Thai culture. It is the greeting in which hands are held together prayer-like in front of the body, and it is so much more graceful than a handshake. Thais will, of course happily accept a handshake from a foreigner, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour đi thái lan] but a wai will be especially appreciated.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;By tradition, the head - the top of the body - is considered sacred, and the feet - the lowest part of the body - are also considered the lowest in other respects. Therefore, one shouldn't really touch the head of a stranger, or sit with bare feet pointed towards another person. (Having said this, I haven't yet noticed any obvious distaste when Thais are confronted with such a sight).&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Speaking of the feet, one custom which appears to be almost universally observed is the removal of shoes when entering private houses. It also tends to be observed by locals in hotel rooms. Most importantly, it is definitely required upon entering the most sacred of the temple buildings.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Religion is the institution on which Thai etiquette is most important. Monks, who are familiar figures on the streets in their orange robes, should be treated with some respect, and should not be touched by women - if a female wishes to offer gifts to a monk, the gift should placed in front, for the monk to pick up.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;If respect for religion is an obvious requirement, the necessity of respecting a king may not be so obvious. Yet in Thailand, photos of the King are everywhere, and he is revered. Anyone showing gross disrespect may find themselves in trouble. And when the national anthem is played, for example in cinemas, the public stand.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Long-tail boat in the Andaman Sea. This photo was taken in the Phi Phi Islands, where rock climbing, kayaking, snorkeling and diving, are all options to try | SourceExotic hotel setting in Krabi. And if you don't want to swim in the pool, the Andaman Sea is just one mile away | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Tourism&lt;br&gt;No country in South Eastern Asia receives more tourists than Thailand, and with good reason. Great sandy beaches and coral islands, great historic and religious attractions, and distinctive modern culture, cuisine and night life, all mean that this country has plenty to offer. Coupled with this, Thailand is relatively safe and welcoming for the tourist with moderate attitudes and tolerance of foreign customs. Finally, the climate is tropical and the nature is exotic. Any time of the year can be a good time to visit, though the 'cool' season of December to February is the most popular and most expensive period of the year. Off peak is May to August when Thailand is quite humid.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The people who travel are of all kinds:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;1) For those who want comfort and relaxation, Thailand boasts some of the finest of hotels including luxury spa resorts in the south, and five star properties in Bangkok.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;2) For those who want sun, sea and sand, Thailand's huge coastline and many islands offers everything one could hope for.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;3) For those who want Asia on a budget, Thailand has a magnetic draw for backpackers and carefree teenagers, and lots of cheap rooms in which to deposit their rucksacks!&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;4) For those who want exotic, lively and sometimes dubious night life, Bangkok has it all - enough said!&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;5) For those who want culture in the raw, trekking vacations, and living as guests of a hill tribe family, there are now options readily available to the more adventurous traveller.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&quot;lat&quot;:13.661559,&quot;lng&quot;:98.729789999999994,&quot;zoom&quot;:4,&quot;mapType&quot;:&quot;HYBRID&quot;,&quot;markers&quot;:[],&quot;moduleId&quot;:&quot;20732583&quot;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Thailand - a Country to Visit and Enjoy&lt;br&gt;Thailand means different things to different people. To some it means a lazy beach holiday on Phuket Island or snorkeling around the beautiful limestone islands of the south. To others it means cultural adventures and hill trekking among the tribes of the north west. And to yet others it means colourful temples, and exotic nightlife and world famous cuisine in bustling Bangkok. But to all who visit, Thailand should mean an enjoyable experience among friendly people - a richly memorable vacation.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;I hope that these pages of mine which are linked to here, help to provide a flavour of the country, the places to visit, and the experiences to enjoy. And above all, I hope that if you do choose to go there, you will enjoy your vacation to Thailand - the Land of Smiles.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;'Land of Smiles' | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;References[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;All My Other Pages ...&lt;br&gt;I have written articles on many subjects including science and history, politics and philosophy, film reviews and travel guides, as well as poems and stories. All can be accessed by clicking on my name at the top of this page&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Thai [ ][ ]by chasmac7&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;[ ][ ]by Paul Richard Kuehn11&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;I'd Love to Hear Your Comments. Thanks, Alun&lt;br&gt;[ ] or [ ] and post using a HubPages Network account.&lt;br&gt;0 of 8192 characters used[# Post Comment]No HTML is allowed in comments, but URLs will be hyperlinked. Comments are not for promoting your articles or other sites.&lt;br&gt;sendingAUTHORGreensleeves Hubs&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;7 years ago from Essex, UK&lt;br&gt;Express10; Thanks so much. I very much appreciate your comments about both the text and the photos. It was a pleasure to introduce this country to readers and to hopefully encourage a few to visit and enjoy its varied attractions. Cheers Alun.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;H C Palting&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;7 years ago from East Coast&lt;br&gt;This is a very informative and useful hub. I am happy that you mentioned the off peak seasons in addition to the culture and etiquette. The photos are also beautiful, I really like the one of Bang-Pa In and the boat in the Andaman Sea. It is also good to know that tourism only makes up a small portion of GDP.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;AUTHORGreensleeves Hubs&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from Essex, UK&lt;br&gt;Thanks Jools99; so pleased you liked the hub and my photos. Bangkok certainly is a city of extremes, and most tourists don't spend more than a few days in the capital, though there is a lot to see, both in the city and in the surrounding area. I like Bangkok, because the negatives (noise, traffic jams etc) for me are outweighed by the positives (attractions, colour, culture etc). But it makes a good contrast for tourists to combine two or three days in Bangkok with a week or two in one of the more peaceful parts of the country. Alun.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;AUTHORGreensleeves Hubs&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from Essex, UK&lt;br&gt;mary615; my thanks for your nice comment and for the shares! I'm grateful. I wasn't aware of that in the Southern States. In Thailand it is certainly standard, even when there are no [http://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/carpets carpets] on the floor, and in hotels the maids will take their shoes off when they enter a room to clean it. Alun.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Jools Hogg&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from North-East UK&lt;br&gt;Wonderful hub, loved all of your photos and there is so much information here. I have never visited Thailand because the thought of staying in Bangkok always put me off, this hub has given me a new perspective.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Mary Hyatt&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from Florida&lt;br&gt;Thailand is a country that I knew very little about, but thanks to your informational Hub, I feel like I certainly have learned more.&lt;br&gt;We have a custom in the South (U.S.) that we remove our shoes before entering a house, too.&lt;br&gt;You did a fine job on this Hub. I voted it UP, and till share.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;AUTHORGreensleeves Hubs&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from Essex, UK&lt;br&gt;Thanks AliciaC. I very much appreciate your visit and really nice comment. It's a pleasure to write about Thailand, and hopefully introduce a few more people to its potential as a tourist destination. Alun.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Linda Crampton&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from British Columbia, Canada&lt;br&gt;Thank you for all the wonderful and detailed information, Alun! Reading your hub was a lovely way to learn about Thailand.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;AUTHORGreensleeves Hubs&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from Essex, UK&lt;br&gt;Thank you so much Rema. It is gratifying to read your words. Thailand is certainly special to me, and I've been there six times. But I've been lucky enough in the past decade to visit many countries around the world (including India for a week), and I've not been disappointed by any. Each has its own beauty and attractions, which have made the visit an enriching experience.&lt;br&gt;Thanks so much for sharing. Alun.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Rema T V&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from Chennai, India&lt;br&gt;Hi Alun,&lt;br&gt;In addition to the detailed description about the history, geography and the culture of this beautiful country, you have created an interest in me to find out more about other countries of the world that are beautiful in their own ways. Thank you very much for this wonderful knowledge. Voted up and sharing all over.&lt;br&gt;Cheers, Rema.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;AUTHORGreensleeves Hubs&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from Essex, UK&lt;br&gt;Pavlo; Thank you very much. I've always enjoyed my visits to Thailand, and photographing the country. So pleased you like the photos, and thanks for the votes! Alun.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;AUTHORGreensleeves Hubs&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from Essex, UK&lt;br&gt;carol7777; I very much appreciate your visit and comment. Thanks loads. Thailand is a lovely country to visit, so I hope you get the opportunity one day. My gratitude for the votes too. Alun.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Pavlo Badovskyi&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from Kyiv, Ukraine&lt;br&gt;Wonderful hub! Pictures are amazing! Voted up!&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;[ ]carol stanley&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from Arizona&lt;br&gt;I knew little about Thailand..and Now I know a lot. What a great hub and filled with so much information. I love the photos. Great job in sharing all about this wonderful place. I would love to visit. Voting UP+++&lt;br&gt;</div>

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We threw our arms in the air and spun around -- some in workout clothes, some in dresses, some with dogs in their arms. It wasn't a quarantine-induced simultaneous breakdown, but a live yoga and movement class called Rhythm &amp; Prana Flow. &lt;br&gt;The class is part of [ Peace Inside Live], an online platform born during the pandemic that offers daily, live, donation-based Zoom sessions with facilitators from around the world, focusing on mindfulness, meditation and movement. 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For every hour they work with a for-profit company on a virtual session, they donate an hour to a nonprofit, like the [ Boys and Girls Clubs of America], [ Miry's List] and [ Thirst Project], bringing mindfulness to those teams that often have many frontline workers. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;On the Peace Inside Live platform, you can take live classes on meditation and movement for a donation. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Peace Inside Live&lt;br&gt;Founding an inclusive community &lt;br&gt;Many people in the wellness community have come under fire for [ whitewashing practices and excluding people of color], both in terms of facilitators and class participants, Lazar said. 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<p>Shella3396: </p> <hr /> <div>id=&quot;mod_20211806&quot;&gt;Introduction&lt;br&gt;The author of this page has visited the nation of Thailand on a number of occasions, not as a travel expert, but as a tourist, photographer and writer. During these visits many key attractions have been explored, and a photographic record maintained.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;On this page I include a resume of the key facts about this country, I briefly relate its geography and its history, I mention some of the important tourist attractions, and I write about the Thai people and culture.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The page is first and foremost the Home Page to all my articles about Thailand, and therefore includes links to everything I have written. The articles include information about some of the major attractions, and some personal reflections on my many experiences in the country.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;All photos have been taken by the author during his visits to the country.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;N.B: Please note, all of my articles are best read on desktops and laptops&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The map of Thailand, its neighbouring nations and the coastline | SourceThe topography of Thailand. Note the mountain ranges in the north, and the two great river basins of Central Thailand - the Chao Phraya and the Mekong | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Geography and Climate of Thailand&lt;br&gt;The Kingdom of Thailand lies in the heart of the region of South-East Asia, known as Indochina, sharing borders with the nations of Burma, Laos, Cambodia and Malaysia.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The country, which covers an area of 513,000 sq km (198,000 sq miles), is comparable in size to Spain, larger than the State of California yet rather smaller than the State of Texas. The peninsula nature of South Thailand creates a very long coastline of more than 3,000 km (2,000 miles), and this has greatly benefited Thailand with advantages for international trade, as well as fisheries and tourism.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Much of the land in the north and the extreme west is above 500 metres in height. The highest mountain is Doi Inthanon at 2,565 meters (8,415 ft). A smaller range of high hills runs north-south through the centre of the country dividing the land into two great river basins - the Chao Phraya in the west, and the Mekong in the east. Most of the land in these river basins is much lower lying, and this land provide Thailand with its fertile agricultural plains. The peninsular south of Thailand is bounded on the western side by the Andaman Sea and on the eastern side by the Gulf of Thailand, and is a region of lush forest, beautiful limestone karst scenery and coral islands.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Just north of the equator but lying well within the Tropic of Cancer, and with temperatures varying between 19 and 38°C (66-100°F), Thailand's climate is generally hot and humid, but three seasons can be identified through most of the country - a 'hot' season from May to August, a 'rainy' season from September to October (in reality the weather is usually fine, but heavy monsoon rainstorms are quite common), and a 'cool' season from November to April (which is not much cooler, but it is much drier and this is therefore the most pleasant time to visit). Temperatures, in truth, show little seasonal variation in most regions of Thailand, but rainfall does.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Elephant trekking is popular in the southern islands and the northern hills | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Regions of Thailand&lt;br&gt;From the point of view of tourists, this country can be conveniently divided into four regions - the City of Bangkok, the northwest and the hill tribes, the Isaan region of the northeast and the beaches and islands to the south. The following sections contain brief descriptions of some of the major attractions, the geography and climate, the history and culture, which bring tourists to these parts of Thailand.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The ruined city of Ayutthaya | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Bangkok&lt;br&gt;The capital city of Thailand features prominently in my articles, because whatever part of Thailand the tourist intends to visit, Bangkok will usually be on the itinerary somewhere along the line, as the arrival point into the country or the departure point to the rest of the world. And the majority of visitors to Thailand will at least spend a day or two in Bangkok before they head off to other parts. And what a place to spend a couple of days! Noisy, overpopulated, traffic-jammed, exotic and vibrant - Bangkok is a city unlike any other, and I like it. Perhaps not a place to spend a month, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan] but for a few days, there are the most intricately decorated of temples, there's street markets where the city really comes to life, and there's great shopping and entertainments to cater for all tastes. And not far from the city is the ancient ruined Capital of Ayutthaya, and the beach at Pattaya is a day trip away.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Northwest and the Hilltribes&lt;br&gt;For those who wish for a more adventurous or cultural vacation in Thailand, the northwest of the country offers a very different experience. The northwest is home to the ancient kingdoms of Sukhothai and Lanna, and the modern city of Chiang Mai - by all accounts a much more relaxed, less hectic, more beautiful city than Bangkok. But the main appeal for the tourists who head to the forested mountains, the deep valleys and cooler climate of the northwest is culture. Here there is the opportunity to live as a guest of the hill tribes of the region - distinct, indigenous tribes who to a large extent have preserved their traditional lifestyles, their own local language, colourful dress and farming techniques. This is authentic Thailand, and a visit to these parts can be a rewarding experience for many. To date I have not visited the northwest (hence no photos), but perhaps in the future?&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;A giant Buddha statue which stands on a prominent hill in N.E Thailand | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Northeast&lt;br&gt;The country between Bangkok and Laos to the north, and between Bangkok and Cambodia to the east, is the least touristy in the country. It is the most rural, and is generally speaking, the least affluent. Much of this land lies in a region known as 'Isaan', a culturally distinct area with its own dialect, cuisine and traditions. The main cities are Udon Thani and Khon Kaen. Not so many Western visitors travel to this area, unless they are backpackers who wish to see rural life in Thailand whilst passing through to Laos or Cambodia. But there are many little known sights, both ancient and modern, to attract in the region, and some of these are to be found in my pages, as I have been fortunate enough to spend a number of weeks in this part of the country as guest of a Thai family.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The beautiful Phi Phi Islands | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Islands to the South&lt;br&gt;The majority of tourists who come to Thailand flock to the south, to beach resorts such as Krabi and Khao Lak, and to the beautiful limestone karst islands. The most popular tourist destinations include the islands of Koh Samui and Phuket. And in the Andaman Sea there lies the famously exotic Phi Phi Islands as well as many others to choose from. Whatever your personal preference, there is an island or a resort for you - whether it be the family hotel and beach resort, the active water sports haven, the hippie mecca, or the peaceful and unspoilt natural paradise.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Long-tail boats on the Phi Phi Islands | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Bang-Pa In - once the Summer Palace in the Kingdom of Ayutthaya | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;History of Thailand&lt;br&gt;The history of the Thai people before the 13th century is unfortunately not clear today. There were certainly Stone Age settlements in Thailand, whilst Bronze Age civilisation in Ban Chiang in northern Thailand has left many relics. But little else is known for certain. Over the next millennium, a series of migrations and invasions by various groups including southern Chinese and Burmese tribes took place, and during this period Indian settlers brought with them Hinduism and Buddhism.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Many rival tribes and local cultures competed for influence and regional supremacy, but gradually two great kingdoms would develop - Lanna in the north west, and Sukhothai, a little further south. Lanna was a powerful state for hundreds of years, but by the 13th century, Sukhothai had established a period of extensive dominance, and during this time the distinctive Thai alphabet was established, and Buddhism became the state religion. But the borders of both Lanna and Sukhothai were far from secure and they were prone to constant incursions from neighbouring states. Lanna gradually declined after long periods of internal and external conflict, while Sukhothai's dominance was short-lived. The remains of the capital of Sukhothai which date from 1238 AD can still be seen today, and are regarded as the ruins of the first major city in Thailand.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;A powerful new kingdom was developing in the south, and this was soon to absorb Sukhothai into its boundaries. This kingdom was Ayutthaya, and its capital city was established in 1350. Ayutthaya soon spread its influence to incorporate much of modern day Thailand as well as parts of neighbouring Laos and Cambodia, and its emergence signalled the beginnings of a united Thailand, which survived largely without serious challenge for 400 years. During this time, Thailand prospered, and trade with the rest of the world including the great European powers began.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;However, in 1767 the capital of Ayutthaya fell under the assault of Burmese forces, and was almost completely destroyed, and theThais had to regroup and start again under King Rama I, the first ruler of the Chakri dynasty which still prevails to this day. They built a brand new capital 80 kilometres south in a region called Thonburi on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River. Gradually this settlement developed across the river, and it was on the East bank that a great city later burgeoned to become modern day Bangkok.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;During the 19th century, many neighbouring states were colonised by the great powers of Britain and France, but Thailand, as a result of careful diplomacy by its rulers, remained independent and the country began to prosper once more.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;In 1932, the absolute monarchy which had ruled Thailand for so long came to an end with a bloodless coup by the military, but the King was very soon re-installed as a constitutional monarch. Throughout much of this history from about the 13th century, the name of 'Siam' was used for the region, gradually being adopted by both the indigenous people and by European traders as the official name of the country. But on 24th June 1939, the nation - the only one in south east Asia to remain forever free of European colonisation - officially changed its name to 'Thailand', which means 'Free Land'. Today Thailand remains proud of its claim never to have come under the control of a Western empire.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Thailand - the Buddhist Nation | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Economy&lt;br&gt;The economy is the second largest in S.E Asia, and Thailand's exports are of vital importance. Principal trade is in fish and agricultural foods - Thailand is one of the world's largest exporters of rice. Other major commodities include textiles and rubber, jewellery, computer goods and electrical appliances. This export market also means that despite its appeal as a vacation destination, Thailand relies on tourism for only 7% of its gross domestic product.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;One of the most famous of Thai traditions is the floating market - once the mainstay of trade on the canals, but now largely maintained as a tourist attraction | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Government&lt;br&gt;Thailand has been a constitutional hereditary monarchy since 1932. The present Head of State is King Rama IX, Bhumibol Adulyadej*. As a constitutional monarch he takes no direct role in the day to day politics of the country, but remains a much revered and loved figure across all political divides. Following the ending of absolute monarchy, a series of military dictatorships alternated with civilian prime ministers in the mid to late 20th century, but gradually the country has been stabilising into democracy. Democracy is still not entirely secure, and rifts between the two major parties and between the urban and rural populations have led to sporadic civil disturbances and army interventions. It should however, be made clear that these actions are usually very short-lived and localised - it seems the army has no wish to dominate political affairs, and when such incidents have occurred, power has been quickly returned to civilian authorities. Essentially the country is peaceful. Today there is an elected Prime Minister as the head of a government which consists of two Houses of Parliament - a Senate and a House of Representatives. The judiciary is independent of government.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;* In 2016 the King, the longest reigning monarch in the world, died. Currently also, the country is once again under military rule, and yet remains essentially peaceful.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;A traditional Thai dancer. Thais are rightly proud of their culture, though it is a culture derived from many regional influences over the centuries of settlement | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Thai People - Ethnicity and Religion&lt;br&gt;Approximately 65 million people live in Thailand, of which more than 80% can be described as ethnically Thai - the descendants of the peoples who have lived throughout the region or settled here over most of the past 2000 years. They all broadly speak the same language, though there are regional dialects and differences in vocabulary, most notably in the Isaan region of North East Thailand.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Of the remaining 15 to 20% of the population, the majority are more recent Chinese arrivals, with smaller numbers of immigrants from other neighbouring countries, as well as Western settlers. Lastly there are the ethnically distinct hill tribes of the North West such as the Hmong and Karen - peoples who have never fully integrated into the Thai culture of the rest of the country.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;95% of Thais belong to the Theravada School of the Buddhist faith, the expression of Buddhism most prevalent in Burma, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour đi thái lan] Laos, Cambodia and Sri Lanka, and most closely allied to the Buddha's original teachings. Other schools of Buddhism - Mahayana, and its more diverse variations including Vajrayana and Zen Buddhism - are predominant in the far east, in China, Japan and Vietnam, and also in the Dalai Lama's Tibet. In practice, the differences between the schools are not huge, and perhaps most obvious to tourists is the colour of the robes of the monks - unlike the maroon robes so familiarly worn by the Dalai Lama, Thai monks wear saffron orange-yellow or ochre-brown.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The only other faith of significance in Thailand is Islam, which forms the majority religion in three extreme southern provinces. Sadly, as is so often the case in the world today, religious and cultural tensions have led to separatist movements here, and increasing incidents of violence. It should be stressed however, that these tensions rarely impinge upon the areas of the south which most tourists frequent.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Consultation with a Buddhist monk | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Thai People - Culture and Etiquette&lt;br&gt;A popular description for Thailand which the nation likes to encourage, is 'The Land of Smiles'. Although of course Thais can be as miserable as the rest of us, there is some small degree of truth to the nickname. Thai people do tend to have a relatively peaceful contented way of viewing the world, and they are usually not aggressive by nature. Customs and etiquette are observed but not usually fanatically so, as befits a pacific religion like Buddhism.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;For the traveller there are however, some aspects of Thai culture and etiquette which should be observed out of respect for the people. Any guide book will list the do's and don'ts of how to conduct oneself as a tourist on holiday in Thailand. The following list is a basic guide to key requirements:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The wai is, for me, one of the most enchanting aspects of Thai culture. It is the greeting in which hands are held together prayer-like in front of the body, and it is so much more graceful than a handshake. Thais will, of course happily accept a handshake from a foreigner, but a wai will be especially appreciated.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;By tradition, the head - the top of the body - is considered sacred, and the feet - the lowest part of the body - are also considered the lowest in other respects. Therefore, one shouldn't really touch the head of a stranger, or sit with bare feet pointed towards another person. (Having said this, I haven't yet noticed any obvious distaste when Thais are confronted with such a sight).&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Speaking of the feet, one custom which appears to be almost universally observed is the removal of shoes when entering private houses. It also tends to be observed by locals in hotel rooms. Most importantly, it is definitely required upon entering the most sacred of the temple buildings.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Religion is the institution on which Thai etiquette is most important. Monks, who are familiar figures on the streets in their orange robes, should be treated with some respect, and should not be touched by women - if a female wishes to offer gifts to a monk, the gift should placed in front, for the monk to pick up.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;If respect for religion is an obvious requirement, the necessity of respecting a king may not be so obvious. Yet in Thailand, photos of the King are everywhere, and he is revered. Anyone showing gross disrespect may find themselves in trouble. And when the national anthem is played, for example in cinemas, the public stand.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Long-tail boat in the Andaman Sea. This photo was taken in the Phi Phi Islands, where rock climbing, kayaking, snorkeling and diving, are all options to try | SourceExotic hotel setting in Krabi. And if you don't want to swim in the pool, the Andaman Sea is just one mile away | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Tourism&lt;br&gt;No country in South Eastern Asia receives more tourists than Thailand, and with good reason. Great sandy beaches and coral islands, great historic and religious attractions, and distinctive modern culture, cuisine and night life, all mean that this country has plenty to offer. Coupled with this, Thailand is relatively safe and welcoming for the tourist with moderate attitudes and tolerance of foreign customs. Finally, the climate is tropical and the nature is exotic. Any time of the year can be a good time to visit, though the 'cool' season of December to February is the most popular and most expensive period of the year. Off peak is May to August when Thailand is quite humid.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The people who travel are of all kinds:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;1) For those who want comfort and relaxation, Thailand boasts some of the finest of hotels including luxury spa resorts in the south, and five star properties in Bangkok.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;2) For those who want sun, sea and sand, Thailand's huge coastline and many islands offers everything one could hope for.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;3) For those who want Asia on a budget, Thailand has a magnetic draw for backpackers and carefree teenagers, and lots of cheap rooms in which to deposit their rucksacks!&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;4) For those who want exotic, lively and sometimes dubious night life, Bangkok has it all - enough said!&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;5) For those who want culture in the raw, trekking vacations, and living as guests of a hill tribe family, there are now options readily available to the more adventurous traveller.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&quot;lat&quot;:13.661559,&quot;lng&quot;:98.729789999999994,&quot;zoom&quot;:4,&quot;mapType&quot;:&quot;HYBRID&quot;,&quot;markers&quot;:[],&quot;moduleId&quot;:&quot;20732583&quot;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Thailand - a Country to Visit and Enjoy&lt;br&gt;Thailand means different things to different people. To some it means a lazy beach holiday on Phuket Island or snorkeling around the beautiful limestone islands of the south. To others it means cultural adventures and hill trekking among the tribes of the north west. And to yet others it means colourful temples, and exotic nightlife and world famous cuisine in bustling Bangkok. But to all who visit, Thailand should mean an enjoyable experience among friendly people - a richly memorable vacation.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;I hope that these pages of mine which are linked to here, help to provide a flavour of the country, the places to visit, and the experiences to enjoy. And above all, I hope that if you do choose to go there, you will enjoy your vacation to Thailand - the Land of Smiles.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;'Land of Smiles' | Source&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;References[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;[ ]&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;All My Other Pages ...&lt;br&gt;I have written articles on many subjects including science and history, politics and philosophy, film reviews and travel guides, as well as poems and stories. All can be accessed by clicking on my name at the top of this page&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Thai [ ][ ]by chasmac7&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;[ ][ ]by Paul Richard Kuehn11&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;I'd Love to Hear Your Comments. Thanks, Alun&lt;br&gt;[ ] or [ ] and post using a HubPages Network account.&lt;br&gt;0 of 8192 characters used[# Post Comment]No HTML is allowed in comments, but URLs will be hyperlinked. Comments are not for promoting your articles or other sites.&lt;br&gt;sendingAUTHORGreensleeves Hubs&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;7 years ago from Essex, UK&lt;br&gt;Express10; Thanks so much. I very much appreciate your comments about both the text and the photos. It was a pleasure to introduce this country to readers and to hopefully encourage a few to visit and enjoy its varied attractions. Cheers Alun.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;H C Palting&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;7 years ago from East Coast&lt;br&gt;This is a very informative and useful hub. I am happy that you mentioned the off peak seasons in addition to the culture and etiquette. The photos are also beautiful, I really like the one of Bang-Pa In and the boat in the Andaman Sea. It is also good to know that tourism only makes up a small portion of GDP.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;AUTHORGreensleeves Hubs&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from Essex, UK&lt;br&gt;Thanks Jools99; so pleased you liked the hub and my photos. Bangkok certainly is a city of extremes, and most tourists don't spend more than a few days in the capital, though there is a lot to see, both in the city and in the surrounding area. I like Bangkok, because the negatives (noise, traffic jams etc) for me are outweighed by the positives (attractions, colour, culture etc). But it makes a good contrast for [http://www.lifebeyondtourism.org/?header_search=tourists tourists] to combine two or three days in Bangkok with a week or two in one of the more peaceful parts of the country. Alun.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;AUTHORGreensleeves Hubs&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from Essex, UK&lt;br&gt;mary615; my thanks for your nice comment and for the shares! I'm grateful. I wasn't aware of that in the Southern States. In Thailand it is certainly standard, even when there are no carpets on the floor, and in hotels the maids will take their shoes off when they enter a room to clean it. Alun.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Jools Hogg&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from North-East UK&lt;br&gt;Wonderful hub, loved all of your photos and there is so much information here. I have never visited Thailand because the thought of staying in Bangkok always put me off, this hub has given me a new perspective.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Mary Hyatt&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from Florida&lt;br&gt;Thailand is a country that I knew very little about, but thanks to your informational Hub, I feel like I certainly have learned more.&lt;br&gt;We have a custom in the South (U.S.) that we remove our shoes before entering a house, too.&lt;br&gt;You did a fine job on this Hub. I voted it UP, and till share.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;AUTHORGreensleeves Hubs&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from Essex, UK&lt;br&gt;Thanks AliciaC. I very much appreciate your visit and really nice comment. It's a pleasure to write about Thailand, and hopefully introduce a few more people to its potential as a tourist destination. Alun.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Linda Crampton&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from British Columbia, Canada&lt;br&gt;Thank you for all the wonderful and detailed information, Alun! Reading your hub was a lovely way to learn about Thailand.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;AUTHORGreensleeves Hubs&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from Essex, UK&lt;br&gt;Thank you so much Rema. It is gratifying to read your words. Thailand is certainly special to me, and I've been there six times. But I've been lucky enough in the past decade to visit many countries around the world (including India for a week), and I've not been disappointed by any. Each has its own beauty and attractions, which have made the visit an enriching experience.&lt;br&gt;Thanks so much for sharing. Alun.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Rema T V&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from Chennai, India&lt;br&gt;Hi Alun,&lt;br&gt;In addition to the detailed description about the history, geography and the culture of this beautiful country, you have created an interest in me to find out more about other countries of the world that are beautiful in their own ways. Thank you very much for this wonderful knowledge. Voted up and sharing all over.&lt;br&gt;Cheers, Rema.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;AUTHORGreensleeves Hubs&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from Essex, UK&lt;br&gt;Pavlo; Thank you very much. I've always enjoyed my visits to Thailand, and photographing the country. So pleased you like the photos, and thanks for the votes! Alun.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;AUTHORGreensleeves Hubs&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from Essex, UK&lt;br&gt;carol7777; I very much appreciate your visit and comment. Thanks loads. Thailand is a lovely country to visit, so I hope you get the opportunity one day. My gratitude for the votes too. Alun.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Pavlo Badovskyi&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from Kyiv, Ukraine&lt;br&gt;Wonderful hub! Pictures are amazing! Voted up!&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;[ ]carol stanley&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;8 years ago from Arizona&lt;br&gt;I knew little about Thailand..and Now I know a lot. What a great hub and filled with so much information. I love the photos. Great job in sharing all about this wonderful place. I would love to visit. Voting UP+++&lt;br&gt;</div>

Shella3396 https://www.nmnwiki.com/index.php?title=Beijing_Maintain_Perfect_Record_To_Advance_In_Asian_Champions_League&diff=24736 2020-12-30T23:44:03Z

<p>Shella3396: </p> <hr /> <div>&lt;br&gt;By Michael Church&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;HONG KONG, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tua du lịch thái lan] Nov 27 (Reuters) - Beijing Guoan brushed aside Melbourne Victory on Friday as they handed the Australians a 2-0 defeat to confirm their place in the last 16 of the Asian Champions League while South Korea´s Ulsan Hyundai also moved to the verge qualifying for the competition´s next phase.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;The Chinese Super League side joined Japan´s Vissel Kobe by securing their place in the knockout rounds of the tournament, which is being held on a centralised basis in Doha after play was suspended earlier this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Former Las Palmas midfielder Jonathan Viera gave Bruno Genesio´s side the lead with nine minutes on the clock when he finished off a flowing move with a shot into the bottom corner that left goalkeeper Max Crocombe flatfooted.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Ten minutes before the break Zhang Yuning doubled Beijing´s advantage when he took Viera´s pass with his back to goal before turning and shooting low and to the left of Crocombe.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;The win means Beijing top group E with a maximum 12 points from four games while Chiangrai United reignited their hopes with a last-gasp 2-1 win over former [http://search.about.com/?q=finalists%20FC finalists FC] Seoul.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;An 89th minute goal from Brazilian striker Bill - his second of the game - earned the side from Thailand their first-ever win in the competition as they moved level with Melbourne and to within three points of second-placed FC Seoul.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Ulsan Hyundai, meanwhile, picked up their third win in four games with a 2-0 victory over Perth Glory to take command of group F, with Kim Do-hoon´s side three points ahead of second-placed FC Tokyo.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Ulsan needed a pair of late goals for the second game in a row to see off the Australians, claiming all three points three days after defeating Richard Garcia´s side in their previous meeting.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Junior [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan giá rẻ] Negrao fed Kim In-sung to score as Ulsan hit Perth on the break three minutes from time and, two minutes later, the Brazilian was on hand to score from 10 yards out after a layoff from Bjorn Johnsen.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;FC Tokyo moved into second following their 2-1 win over Shanghai Shenhua, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan] which came courtesy of second-half goals from Leandro and Shuto Abe.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Perth remain pointless at the bottom of the group and are now out of the reckoning for a last 16 berth.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Doha is hosting 15 teams from the east of Asia in the postponed Asian Champions League, with the group phase continuing until Dec. 4. The knockout rounds begin on December 6, with the final to be played on Dec.&lt;br&gt;19.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Iranian club Persepolis have already qualified for the decider after advancing through the western half of the draw in October. (Reporting by Michael Church, editing by Larry King)&lt;br&gt;</div>

Shella3396 https://www.nmnwiki.com/index.php?title=Thai_Protesters_March_To_Barracks_Against_King_apos;s_Military_Power&diff=21787 2020-12-30T12:51:49Z

<p>Shella3396: Created page with &quot;&lt;br&gt;By Patpicha Tanakasempipat and [http://www.twitpic.com/tag/Jiraporn Jiraporn] Kuhakan&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;BANGKOK, Nov 29 (Reuters) - Thousands of anti-government Thai protesters marc...&quot;</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;br&gt;By Patpicha Tanakasempipat and [http://www.twitpic.com/tag/Jiraporn Jiraporn] Kuhakan&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;BANGKOK, Nov 29 (Reuters) - Thousands of anti-government Thai protesters marched to an army barracks on Sunday to challenge King Maha Vajiralongkorn's personal control over some army units.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;It was the latest act of defiance against the king by protesters who have broken taboos by criticising the monarchy.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Thai constitution says the monarchy must be revered and laws ban insulting the institution.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Protesters, many carrying inflatable ducks which have become a protest mascot, stopped at the gates of the 11th Infantry Regiment, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan giá rẻ] part of the King's Guard that played a role in the suppression of anti-establishment protests in 2010.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Lines of riot police blocked protesters at the gate.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;&quot;No democratic country sees a king control an army. In any democratic country with a king as head of state, armed forces report to the government,&quot; said Arnon Nampa, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan giá rẻ] a rights lawyer and [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tua du lịch thái lan] protest leader who has been a frequent critic of the monarchy.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;&quot;We've been seeing the monarchy expanding its powers. That´s why we're here today.&quot;&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;The Royal Palace has made no comment since protests began, but the king hmself said recently that protesters are loved &quot;all the same&quot; despite their actions.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Protesters accuse the monarchy of enabling decades of military domination. There have been 13 successful coups since 1932, when absolute rule by the monarch came to an end.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Protests began in July and initially demanded the departure of Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha, a former junta leader, and a new constitution. Demonstrators have expanded their demands since then to include curbs on the powers of the king.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Arnon is among several protest leaders facing charges under lese majeste laws against insulting the monarchy after speeches he made at previous rallies.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;The Foreign Ministry said in a statement that Thailand adhered to the rule of law and the right to freedom of speech must stay within those boundaries.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;&quot;In every case where the law is violated, officials take action with strict adherence to the appropriate legal processes without discrimination,&quot; the ministry said.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;The prime [http://www.groundreport.com/?s=minister minister] has dismissed demands that he quit and rejected accusations that he engineered last year's election to retain power after taking office in 2014.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;Video shared on social media showed soldiers taking down a giant picture of the king and queen at the entrance to the barracks before the protest.&lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;(Writing by Matthew Tostevin; Editing by Robert Birsel)&lt;br&gt;</div>

Shella3396 https://www.nmnwiki.com/index.php?title=More_Details_About_Tours_To_The_Thailand_Beaches&diff=16378 2020-12-30T01:29:38Z

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Shella3396 https://www.nmnwiki.com/index.php?title=User:Shella3396&diff=16377 2020-12-30T01:29:29Z

<p>Shella3396: Created page with &quot;Im Shella and was born on 8 March 1976. My hobbies are Weightlifting and Insect collecting.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;my webpage: [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-patt...&quot;</p> <hr /> <div>Im Shella and was born on 8 March 1976. My hobbies are Weightlifting and Insect collecting.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;my webpage: [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan]</div>

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