The Asian elephant (Elephas maximus) is native to Thailand and several other countries across South and Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, China, and, in small numbers, parts of Bangladesh, and…
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,…
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…
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…
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…