Thailand (ประเทศไทย), officially the Kingdom of Thailand (ราชอาณาจักรไทย) is a country in Southeast Asia with coasts on the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand. It borders Myanmar (Burma) to the northwest, Laos to the northeast, Cambodia to the southeast and Malaysia to the south. With great food, a tropical climate, fascinating culture, majestic mountains and great beaches, Thailand is a magnet for travellers around the world.
Bangkok — Thailand's bustling, frenetic capital, known among the Thai as Krung Thep Ayutthaya — a historical city, UNESCO World Heritage Site and old capital of Siam Chiang Mai— de facto capital of Northern Thailand and the heart of Lanna culture Chiang Rai — gateway to the Golden Triangle, ethnic minorities and mountain trekking Chumphon— gateway to the Chumphon Archipelago, Pathio's unspoilt beaches & Ko Tao Island Kanchanaburi — home of the bridge over the River Kwai and numerous World War II museums Nakhon Ratchasima — largest city of the Isaan region Pattaya — one of the main tourist destinations, known for its nightlife Sukhothai — Thailand's first capital, with amazing ruins still Surat Thani — home of the Srivijaya Empire, gateway to Ko Samui