Chao Phattya River

Bangkok

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February 14th 2008
An airconditioned overnight bus took us from Krabi to Bangkok. We were reluctant to leave the beautiful peaceful province of Krabi - and all the stunning beaches it had to offer, but other adventures awaited. The bus was pleasant enough - reclining chairs - air conditioning, snacks and drinks and a badly produced german (dubbed in thai) action film on the tv at the front. We were also given bla ... read more

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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