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A unified Thai kingdom was established in the mid-14th century. Known as Siam until 1939, Thailand is the only Southeast Asian country never to have been taken over by a European power. A bloodless revolution in 1932 led to a constitutional monarchy.... [read more]
A unified Thai kingdom was established in the mid-14th century. Known as Siam until 1939, Thailand is the only Southeast Asian country never to have been taken over by a European power. A bloodless revolution in 1932 led to a constitutional monarchy.... [read more] Blog: The Land of Smiles
Date: February 25th 2009
Thailand is incredible! As soon as I entered Bangkok I was overwhelmed by Asia and its contrasts of colors and smells. I thought after living in Asia for a year it wouldn't phase me but yet, Asia manages to surprise and entertain me over and over again. I was worried about getting bothered by touts (like in Beijing) but I guess I have learned to look confident, like I've done this before. But ... read more
Date: February 25th 2009
Thailand is incredible! As soon as I entered Bangkok I was overwhelmed by Asia and its contrasts of colors and smells. I thought after living in Asia for a year it wouldn't phase me but yet, Asia manages to surprise and entertain me over and over again. I was worried about getting bothered by touts (like in Beijing) but I guess I have learned to look confident, like I've done this before. But ... read more
