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Thailand Landscapes { 64 images } Created 22 Oct 2009

Thailand is a beautiful country in Southeast Asia bordered by Laos, Burma, Cambodia and Malaysia. From the beaches and islands of the South to the mountains and culture of the North, Thailand is a country full of beauty. The people wonderful and prove why Thailand is called the "Land of Smiles."

Thailand is one of the most devoutly Buddhist countries in the world. The national religion is Theravada Buddhism which is practiced by more than 94.7% of all Thais.

The country is a kingdom, a constitutional monarchy with King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the ninth king of the House of Chakri, who has reigned since 1946, making him the world's longest-serving current head of state and the longest-reigning monarch in Thai history.
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  • Wat Phra Yai is the home of Koh Samui's most famous landmark the Big Buddha, a 12 meter tall sitting golden buddha statue.<br />
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Koh Samui is the third largest island in the Kingdom of Thailand. It is surrounded by at least 60 sister islands which constitute the Ang Thong National Marine Park.
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  • This buddha is located in the hilltribe village of Doi Suthep-Doi Pui National Park which consists of forests and mountain ranges. Sacred places, religious attractions and historical sites are located in the park complex.<br />
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Hill tribe is a term used in Thailand for all of the various tribal peoples who migrated from China and Tibet over the past few centuries. They now inhabit the remote border areas between Northern Thailand, Laos and Burma (Myanmar). These areas are known for their thick forests and mountainous terrain. The six major hill tribes within Thailand are the Akha, Lahu, Karen, Hmong, Mien and Lisu, each with a distinct language and culture.
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  • This huge golden buddha is located at Ban Sop Ruak in the Golden Triangle in Thailand in the Chiang Rai Province.<br />
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The Golden Triangle designates the confluence of the Ruak River and the Mekong river, since the term has been appropriated by the Thai tourist industry to describe the nearby junction of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar.
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