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Introduction
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Thailand's allure is pure Oriental fantasy--a dream world of royal palaces with delicately peaked roofs, glittering temples that pierce the skyline, and serene images of the Buddha radiating peace and divine knowledge. It is the bustle of Bangkok, with its simple canal- and river-side communities, a sprawling Chinatown, and outdoor markets nestled in its modern cityscape--where a walk down any street is a heady combination of incense and jasmine, chile and garlic. And then there's the exquisite countryside--flat plains carpeted with rice paddies and dotted with tiny villages, mountains of luxuriant teak forests where elephants once roamed wild, and acres of coconut palms worked by deft monkeys. Thailand is a tapestry of ancient civilizations--with each one's exquisite arts and beliefs melded permanently into the national psyche. Behind every warm Thai smile there lies a mystique inherited from ancient cultures, and mysterious superstitions we can only surmise.
In Thailand you'll find adventure of all kinds--extreme sports both on land and off, trekking journeys to tribal villages, and motorcycle trips to border town curiosities. Gorgeous tropical islands are home to long, sandy postcard-perfect stretches of beach, where you'll find everything from laid-back bungalow guesthouses to posh Thai-styled five-star resorts. The cuisine is equally captivating, with its sweet, sour, and salty notes heated by a unique, fiery spice many have come to crave. So come to The Land of Smiles and see the very best of what it has in store for you.
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