The first thing you need to know about elephants is that they have been an icon for Thailand culture for centuries, since they were used for heavy labour and warfare, until today when they are still used to entertain tourists. The elephant is also a royal emblem of Thailand. It is known worldly that the […]
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Ayutthaya
This city, located 2 hours away from Bangkok by train, is the former capital of the Kingdom of Ayutthaya (1351-1767) and home to many ruins forming a historical park recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. These ruins are characterized by the reliquary towers (prangs) and gigantic monasteries, and are one of the most interesting […]
Hello Thailand
The Kingdom of Thailand (fancy name isn´t it?) is possibly the most popular country for travelers visiting South East Asia. The reasons can be multiple: outstanding temples, beaches that look like paradise, great people, memorable food, vibrant cities and the most diverse fauna. Yes, Thailand has it all. Just to understand a little bit of […]