Thailand is an Asian country that used to be Siam, but is now an independent country that has borders with many other Asian countries, including Burma, Malaysia and Cambodia. The capital of the country is Bangkok, which is a great fusion of everything that you could look for when wanting to experience the country, as it is both traditional and modern and has Eastern and Western influences there, which blend harmoniously.
In the capital, you can visit the largest crocodile farm in the world and so get up close and personal with one of the major hunters of nature. You should without a doubt visit the famous floating market of Bangkok though if you take either a day trip there, or stay in the area. You have to do this by boat, and can pick up a large variety of items, before heading off down some of the branching off canals if you wish to. These 'klongs', as they are known in the area, have houses lined up along the sides of them, so you can see some typical Thai sites that relate to the residents of the country. Siam Ocean World, in Bangkok, is also a good site and allows you to swim with sharks and makes sure that you are safe doing so. This can be a real experience, so if you are a nature lover and like swimming, take on the challenge, it is also a nice break if you are there on a hot day. Finally, in the centre there is also another tourist attraction that you will love; Journey to the Enchanted Kingdom of Thailand will teach you all about the culture of the area and give you a real education, through some fantastic performances.
At night, experience some famous Bangkok nightlife, by paying a trip to the Calypso Cabaret, where Bangkok 'Lady Boys' will entertain you for hours. This is something that may not be to the taste of everyone, but it can be a real experience of one of the things Thailand is famous for now in the modern world. There are other places that will have similar entertainment of course, so have a look down the bustling streets at night times and you are sure to find something you fancy.
If you like nature, go to Kanchanaburi, where you can take rafts down the river and admire the wildlife. You will also see an amazing Thai site if you take this excursion, as the famous River Kwai Bridge, which has even had a film made about it, is situated there. Built in the second world war by prisoners, this is something that has a lot of human history to it, and should be respected with a visit if you are in Thailand.
If you remain around the Bangkok area you will not go far wrong or get bored. There are plenty of tourist attractions and aspects of nature to take in, and you can get a real sense of the country for what it is. Make sure you taste real Thai cuisine and take in the culture while you can.
Please note at the time of publishing this article (May 2010) Thailand was experiencing a number of problems. Before travelling or considering a holiday to Thailand please take professional advice.
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