Fascinating Thailand

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One of the world's few surviving constitutional monarchies in a kingdom that is centuries old and more than 2000 years of Buddhism continue to shape Thailand. Quite a bit of the Land of the Smile" remains though critical observers may at times find themselves confronted with proverty and corruption. Nearly 65 million Thais, of whom over ten millon are residents of the capital, Bangkok, live in a tropical country with a climate attuned to alternating dry and rainy seasons and a rapidly growing economy. Superb scenery and a unique cultural heritage attract millions of visitors annually. This picture guide from the Fascinating Earth series reveals Thailand's diversity in apectacular colour photos many in panorama format and informative texts. The comprehensive picture section is supplemented by newly designed travel maps providing an exhaustive representation of the traffic and transport network and many tips for tourists that go well beyond geographical details. An index at the end containing internet addresses facilitates locating sights and places on the maps and accessing continually updated information via selected web addresses. Content - The North - The North-East - Central Thailand - Bangkok - The South-East and South - Atlas

• Sprache: Englisch
• Einband: Hardcover