Thailand is a wonderful destination full of wonderful people. It is no coincidence that they call it the country of smiles. Located in Southeast Asia, it is one of the favorite exotic destinations for travelers seeking nature, culture, gastronomy and entertainment. Located on the Indochina Peninsula, between Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia and Malaysia, this country has an area of 513,120 km² and a population of more than 70 million inhabitants. Its wide extension makes it a great trip if you want to visit the most relevant places in the country. Among the most popular tourist attractions in Thailand are Bangkok, the capital of Thailand and the city that never sleeps. Here you will find great temples and Buddhas, the Grand Royal Palace, floating markets, night markets, street stalls, massages in the middle of the street and lots of nightlife on Kao San Road; Chiang Mai, the largest city in northern Thailand that is surrounded by mountains. Here you will find an immense reserve and elephant sanctuaries as well as one of the best markets in Thailand, the Night Market; Chiang Rai, from where you will reach the Golden Triangle that unites several countries at the same point; Krabi, a province in southern Thailand known for its beaches and cliffs; Phuket, the largest island in Thailand famous for its resorts, parties, shows and proximity to other islands such as Phi Phi; or Koh Samui, another Thai island with paradisiacal beaches, romantic restaurants and nightlife. Another notable aspect of Thailand is its gastronomy that is increasingly valued around the world. The key is its dishes based on pasta and rice, curries, fish and meat. Among its star dishes is Pad Thai, stir-fried rice noodles with chicken, shrimp or tofu, soy sauce, fish sauce, egg, chili, lime and sugar; Tom Yum, a spicy soup with shrimp; the Khao Mang Gai, a rice dish with yellow curry chicken; Som Tam, a spicy papaya salad; and any of their dishes with yellow and green curries. In addition, in the beach areas you can taste fresh grilled fish and seafood or with sweet and sour sauce. If you are looking for a great trip that allows you to enjoy a vacation of sun, beach, culture, history, nature and gastronomy, Thailand is a perfect destination.
