Siam! Earlier this short word resulted in terrible awe the whole of Indochina. So called the most powerful of the Thai state. It was founded in 1238 and lasted until 1939. Now it's Thailand ("Thay" – freedom) – the only country in Southeast Asia that has preserved its independence from France and Britain, and in combination – the classic tourist paradise. Why classical? Because the sun-sea-beach – this is classic holiday (that does not make it any less relevant among us, doomed forever to tremble in the snows of the Russian winter). Holidays in Thailand will fully enjoy such exotic concepts to the Russian ear, as a "tropical and subtropical climate.

" Anyone can do it when he pleases: the tourist season in the country lasts all year, changing only the areas where he reigns. Due to the fact that almost 95% of Thais are Buddhist, and sculpture in the state basically can be estimated by the Buddha statues and architecture – from monastery to monastery. The latter is interesting to observe the Indian and Chinese influences. The most original and striking is, of course, the ensemble of the Royal Grand Palace and several temples in the Thai capital Bangkok. There, in the capital, you will find many images of Buddha in the National Museum.

Thailand – in a colorful tropical country. It means – very bright, not only from the bright colors, but also in terms of arts and crafts and music. In all spheres of life, Thai music has always played an important role, whether the court ceremonies and religious rites. If you are ever interested in tours to Thailand, be prepared to what a funny country, you must sooner or later embroiled in a folk dance ramvong. Get ready to sound the gong, xylophone and strings! Guest of the country probably will not go away without any original gizmos, carrying the spirit of Thailand. In Bangkok, Chiang Mai, or you can find the major centers of crafts of folk artists. Tourists from around the world are bought products from silk, cotton, wood and furniture. The girls can not refuse Cases in intricate carvings, painted fans, Thai dolls, or umbrella, men become the objects of bronze and brass. All this is intended to make time to visit Thailand do not forget this country and reminisced about her the long winter evenings, after returning home … though forget it, and so it is hardly possible.