About Thailand

  • Full country name : Kingdom of Thailand
  • Head of state : King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX)
  • Prime Minister : Surayut Juthanon
  • Area : 517,000 sq.kms.
  • Population : 65 million
  • Capital : Bangkok (pop. 10 million)
  • People : 75% Thai, 11% Chinese, 3.5% Malay, also Mon, Khmer, Phun and Karen minorities
  • Language : Thai
  • Religion : 95% Buddhism, 4% Muslim
  • Government : Democratic constitutional monarchy

Thailand Experience the Variety

With a rich cultural heritage and diverse landscapes of great nature beauty, Thailand is truly a land of dazzling variety.

From the glorious ruins of ancient cities to the excitement of dynamic modern Bangkok: from the lush forested hills of the North to the white sandy beaches and tropical islands of the South, from sporting options to fun – filled entertainment, the Kingdom offers a kaleidoscope of sights and scenes that’ll keep you spellbound.

Variety is, moreover, found not only in Thailand’s wide choice of destinations, but also in the country’s uncanny ability to lovingly preserve the past while also joyously embracing the present.

Thus Bangkok is both a city of wondrous temples and palaces that reflect the nation’s classical arts and architecture, and a thrilling metropolis bustling with today’s innovation. Similarly, other tourism centers around the country present contrasting attractions to delight all.

Whatever your preference, be it exploring jungle trails, marveling at the treasures of the past, enjoying soft adventure tours or simply lazing in the sun soaking up an enviable tan, you have every choice for the vocation of your dreams. And whatever your chosen style of holiday, you can be sure that some things do remain wonderfully constant. The pleasure of Thailand’s world-renowned culinary art, its wealth of shopping delights, is superb choice of hotels and resorts, and, of course, its year-round sunshine all promises the perfect stay. Ultimately, however, it is the people who define the Kingdom. Genuine hospitality is a time-honored tradition among the Thais, and a warm welcome, together with smile service, complete an unforgettable experience of Thailand’s enthralling variety.