This is just a very long list of facts about Thailand, some useful, and some not so useful facts and Thai trivia. Feel free to add any interesting Thailand related snippets and facts in the comments box at the bottom of the page, I will add it, and eventually we will have the longest list […]
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Why is Thailand’s National Emblem Hindu
Why does Thailand use a Hindu mythical creature as its national emblem? First off, let’s discover who the creature is. The Hindu creature used by Thailand as a national emblem is Garuda, known as ‘Krut’ in Thailand. In Hindu mythology, Garuda was the vehicle (vahana) of Lord Vishnu. Garuda is depicted as half-man, half-bird; he […]
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Religion and spiritual beliefs in Thailand are complex topics. While this article does not go into great depth, it might go a long way towards helping you understand some of the many facets of religion and spiritualism in Thailand that might otherwise leave you a little bewildered and confused. Religion and spiritualism play a major […]
Continue ReadingThailand’s Animist Practices and Beliefs
Before Buddhism, Hinduism, or any other form of religion was introduced into Thailand, there was only one similar belief, that was that a spirit world existed. Not only did the spirits exist, but they were mightily powerful and influential. This belief is called Animism, and it manifests itself in the form of spirit worship. It […]
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Where, when, and how much do I have to tip in Thailand. Besides planning an itinerary there are certain things travelers like to know, especially when visiting countries like Thailand where the culture is so different to their own, one of the most obvious topics is “dos and don’ts“, but a surprising number of tourists […]
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