European style architecture

To convince the European colonists the Thailand was a civilised nation that didn't need a colonial overlord, the king constructed grand buildings in the western style and it worked.

Temples and Palaces

February 21st 2014
Thursday First treatment at the dentist was not pleasant. No wonder people don't like dentists. The day was lovely and coolish (below 30), so the Thais bring out the light sweaters and jackets. I have a temp crown while the perm one is being made. I was brave and didn't go for the needle (maybe I should have). It was nearly 2 hrs of drilling, grinding and poking. She was very ... read more

Asia » Thailand » Central Thailand » Bangkok

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

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