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Bhumibol Adulyadej: King of Thailand Celebrates 84th Birthday (Pictures)

By: Mary Rose | 2011-12-08 | News and society
Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who is known as the world's longest-serving monarch, celebrates his 84th birthday on Monday (5 December 2011) with the whole nation. On the occasion, he also raises for some much-needed cheer after months of devastating flooding this Southeast Asian country. The country has hosted a grand state ceremony to public audiences and pardoned some 26,000 prisoners. Thousands people gather to watch the King, who left a nearby hospital for the occasion, from the balcony of the Grand Palace in Bangkok. He is suffering from fever and fatigue and spends most of his time in the Siriraj Hospital since September 2009. read more

Top Beaches of Thailand

By: Andrew Clark | 2010-09-09 | Destinations
Thailand is independent country, located in heart of Southeast Asia. The country is a kingdom, a constitutional monarchy with King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the ninth king of the House of Chakri. read more

Holy Wats of Thailand

By: Helen Parkinson | 2012-01-15 | Destinations
The temples or wats of Thailand are gilded and glittering with porcelain, seashell, gold and silver ornamentation, while their monks perform holy duties dressed in distinctive saffron robes. read more

Destination: Hua Hin, Thailand

By: Nikole | 2010-11-11 | Travel & Leisure
Hua Hin was discovered as a summer vacation spot during the 1920s after the construction of the Thai railway. King Rama VII was charmed by the place that he decided to build a summer palace in Hua Hin. The king named the palace Klai Kang Won which is literally translated to 'far from worries'. The summer refuge was indeed a place free of worries as there were no distractions but instead a view of the beautiful clear blue waters of the Gulf of Thailand. read more

Bangkok Thailand - Democracy Monument

By: Georgi Dagnall | 2010-04-03 | City Guides
Democracy Monument represents a watershed moment in modern Thai history when the country began its course to becoming one of the leading nations in Southeast Asia. While other countries in the region were subject to European colonialism, Thailand has always flown its own flag. The Thai people are fiercely proud of this fact. They independently developed a strong national economy and a modern society. read more

Thailand Eating Bugs

By: LarWest | 2011-03-21 | Travel & Leisure
When in Rome, do as the Romans. When in Thailand, do as the Thai's do. Nothing will please you more to the local people in Thailand is knowing how to eat like they do. read more

Thailand Travel For Holiday Destination

By: rodevin munez | 2012-01-02 | Travel Tips
Bangkok is the capital city and centre of political, com- mercial, 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. read more

Bangkok Thailand - The National Museum

By: Georgi Dagnall | 2010-04-03 | City Guides
The National Museum, which is a lovely collection of buildings, is a work of art itself. In 1926, the museum was moved to its current location, which was previously a palace formerly known as "Wang Na." The name literally means "Palace in the Front", a name derived from its proximity to the Grand Palace, which is just two blocks south. Before becoming a museum, it was the home of Thailand's crown prince. read more

General Information About Thailand

By: RSM Thailand | 2011-04-02 | Business
With a coastline spanning 3,219 km, the Kingdom of Thailand (formerly known as Siam) geographically lies in South East Asia and shares borders with Malaysia, Myanmar, Laos and Cambodia. It encompasses a land area of approximately 515,000 sq km roughly equating to the size of France and consists of 76 provinces, which are divided up into four main zones: The North, The North East, Central and South. read more

Thailand Holiday Packages Tips

By: ajit kumar | 2011-11-01 | Travel Tips
Thailand offers incredible for all type of travelers. Thailand's boundaries stretch to contiguous regions of Laos, Myanmar, Cambodia, Malaysia, the Gulf of Thailand and the Indian Ocean. read more

Visiting Thailand On Holidays

By: Jeff Halter | 2011-03-27 | Destinations
Thailand is one of the most visited countries in Southeast Asia. Not only sought for its pristine beaches, world-famous cuisine and amiable citizens, the Kingdom offers a beautiful diversity of picturesque landscapes and rich culture for visitors of all budgets. read more

Thailand's Beautiful Scenery

By: Chris Green | 2011-09-21 | Vacation Rentals
There are so many things to see here such as the magnificent shrines that reflect Thai people's adherence to the Buddhist faith. Looking at the shrines in Lumpini Park could make one feel that he's looking at two worlds joined together, as they see the idyllic setting of the park while surrounded by the growing spires of the modern world of Thailand. read more

Thailand Tourism - Unforgettable Vacations

By: Vinay | 2011-07-11 | Vacation Rentals
If you fed up with your stressful life and looking for exciting holidaying destinations where you can spend some quality time with your family and friends then you must visit Thailand one of the most sought after tour and travel destination in the world. read more

Why We Love Thailand?

By: Panthep Chanprasiti | 2010-09-10 | Hotels
Why we love Thailand? This is a question that I would like to ask foreigner especially the foreigner that stays in Thailand permanently. read more

The amazing Thailand wedding custom

By: Serena Du | 2011-06-30 | Culture
Thai people rather believe in Buddhism, was designated as the state religion. Each man went to a certain age, should become a monk as a monk, at least three months, as many as three to five years, or even a lifetime, and even the King is no exception. read more