10 things of the best in Thailand

10 things of the best in Thailand.

1.Thailand is the center of world kitchen,although they are not lack food.They are enough food all time and export it over the world.

2.There are very much in natural resources, forests, mountains, seas ,and gold  that  is known Suvarnabhumi.

3. There is not in the earthquake zone directly While most of the world is in a major earthquake zone

4. Thailand is situated in a severe storm. It's difficult to found it and this was mainly due to a typhoon in the South China Sea,Philippines ,Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, hard to attack and weaken. Storm became common when entering the country.

5. Thailand has never been colonized by the West while all countries in ASEAN colony of West.

6. Thailand is not a loser in of World War 1 and 2.

7.Thailand has never been a communist regime change.
While Laos became a Communist. Toppled the monarchy Religion is not a sponsor.
Cambodia became the Khmer Rouge Genocide of the same people And religion is destroyed

8.People of all ethnic, religious and civil liberties in the country with the greatest country in the world.

9.Thailand has a Majesty the King who worked hard. The population of Thailand During his reign. He has a project in the works for more than 3,000 projects Chitralada the foundation such as Foundation Rajprachanukroh. Pradabot Foundation, etc.
 
The device Tamts religion in Thailand culture ceremonial royal technical education, medicine, transportation, water and soil conservation. New Theory of mangrove forest resources. Philosophy, etc.

10.Buddhist civilization in the world in Thailand because Thailand is the King's primacy and upholder of all religions is a Buddhist.

Unseen and Amazing in Thailand for only Thai.LoL!!!

 Unseen and Amazing  in Thailand for only Thai.

1.Drink Pepsi or coke with a small plastic bags
-because it is easy to drink it

2.Why the policeman don't catch the elephant trainer  who is geting the elephant to walking on the road?(the government has a campaign  for it  that come back to the forest or homeplace)
-Now they are campaign.

3.Why Thai people must have nickname?
-I don't know,But I think it is easy to call Thaipeople.

4.American or tourist felt very exited to see KhaoLam or glutinous rice roasted in bamboo joints.
-that cook for safe a long time(legend)

5.Why Thai people like fry a  fish ferment or Pla-In -See or King mackerel ferment which it is a smell.
-Lol for Thai that is good smell.

6.Why the toilet paper or the toilet paper put on the dining table.Most Thai people call "tissue"Why Thai using it like the paper napkin/table napkin)?
-I don't know.But I think it is easy to use it.

7.The Thai restaurants like a spittoon under the table,the tourist asked Thai people and they are not to go to the bathroom right.
-I don't know.

8.Most Thai house have to a spirit house  in front of their Thai House.
-Most Thai people is Bhudhist and they are respect in sacred item

9.They are found a street food all day all night in a Big city.
-Lol.There are many found it

10.Eat fruite with salt/Eat a noodle mix a lot of sugar.
-Lol.It is Thai style.

11. why Thai drink like mix with ice ;such as, water,coke,pepsi,beer and so on
-because they are hot city all time.It is a part of our drink

12.why Thai people type 555555555+++ when they felt lol or hahahaha
-because it sound of 55555555 mean hahahaha that it is easy to type it.5555555

13.why Thai people swear full clothing when let's go to warterfall or sea
-because they are not show body with another people.(felt shine).My opinion,we don't want sunbathe on beach for tan skin.

14.Why do we stand straight during the official national anthem?
-Every day at 08.00 am. in the morning and 06.00 pm. in the evening. Thai people must standing up straight for respect their the official national anthem called "Phleng Chat"(in Thai:เพลงชาติ),when there are on public place.

15.Why do we stand straight during the Royal anthem called "Phleng San Soen Phra Bha Ra Mee"(in thai:เพลงสรรเสริญพระบารมี)play in cinemas?
- Usually most foreigners will 'follow the herd' and when the entire theatre stands up they will too.

Reference/โพสต์จัง.com

Do's and Don'ts traditions in Thailand

Do's and Don'ts traditions in Thailand.

Don'ts traditons in Thailand

1.Don't touch someone's head: While the feet are considered the lowest and dirtiest parts of the body, the head is considered the most sacred. Never touch someone's head or hair; this includes playfully ruffling a child's hair. Avoid stepping over people who are sitting or sleeping on the ground

2.Don't point your feet: Pointing your feet at someone, raising your feet higher than someone's head, or simply putting your feet onto a desk or chair is considered extremely rude in Thailand. On that same note, avoid pointing your feet at Buddha statues as well. To follow strict Thailand etiquette, you should not cross your legs when sitting on the ground

3.Don't point: Pointing at someone is considered rude in many cultures, but particularly so in Thailand. If you must indicate someone, do so by lifting your chin in their direction. Whem motioning for someone to come over, wave your hand with fingers straight and palm down. Pointing as inanimate objects and animals is usually acceptable

4.Don't disrespect the king: The King of Thailand is the world's oldest monarch and the Thai people love him dearly. Never disrespect the king or images of the king, this includes currency. Openly disrespecting the king can mean imprisonment with an option for the death penalty!

5.Don't wear shorts/strapless/tank top / spaghetti strap :when you visit the temple or  the official place.

6.Don't touch, hug or kiss Thais when you meet them. Thai people are not familiar with this kind of body language. It may be, as some have observed, that we Asians are shy. In general, any physical contact (apart, these days, from a handshake) is considered inappropriate.

7.Don’t cross your legs when you are in the presence of a monk. This applies whether you are sitting on the floor or in a chair.

8.Don’t touch a Thai woman without consent. Despite the image portrayed in some bars and clubs, the majority of Thai women are conservative.

9.Don’t be overly affectionate in public. This has changed in recent years and younger Thai couples can be seen holding hands, but snogging your boyfriend or girlfriend in the middle of the shopping mall won’t win you too many friends. As with many things, Thais know that behaviour in the West is different to Thailand so you won’t be chased out of town for holding hands with your partner, but resist the temptation to do so inside temple grounds.

10.Don’t be offended by questions about age, marital status or what you do for a living. These are subjects that will often come up in small-talk. Of course, you don’t have to answer (especially the question about age), you can just smile and just say it’s a secret or ‘mai bok’ (‘not telling’).

11.Don’t overstay your visa.

Do's traditions in Thailand


1. Remove your shoes: As in many Asian cultures, removing your shoes before your enter a temple or someone's home is essential. Some businesses, restaurants, and shops also ask that you remove your shoes. If unsure, just look to see if there is a pile of shoes at the entrance, or check to see if the staff are wearing shoes.

2. Return a wai: The wai is Thailand's prayer-like gesture with the hands together in front and head slightly bowed. To not return a wai is considered impolite; only the king and monks do not have to return wais. Never attempt a wai while holding something. Read more about how to say hello in Thai.

3. Use your right hand: The left hand is considered dirty, as it is sometimes used for 'functions' in the squat toilet. Always use your right hand to pass objects and when paying. Touch your left hand to your right forearm if you wish to show extra respect.

4.Eat with a spoon: The proper way to delicious Thai food is with the spoon in your right hand and fork in your left. Use the fork to rake food onto your spoon; the fork never goes into the mouth. Chopsticks are usually only used for noodle dishes and treats such as spring rolls. See how to use chopsticks.

5.Show respect to monks or the Buddha image: You will encounter many monks in places such as Chiang Mai; treat them with respect. When greeting a monk, monks receive a higher wai than ordinary people; monks do not have to return your gesture. Women should never touch a monk, brush a monk's robes, or hand something to a monk. Monks should be allowed to eat first at ceremonies and gatherings. Read more about etiquette for visiting Buddhist temples.

6.Smile: The Thai smile is famous, essential to Thailand etiquette, and Thais show it whenever they can. Always return someone's smile. Smiles are used during negotiation, in apology, to relax whenever something goes not as planned, and just in everyday life.

7.Do lower your body slightly when passing between or in front of people.








Reference :tourismthailand./  cha-am.thaivisa.com/goasia/Thaizer

About Thailand #Part3 #Climate and Season

Climate and Season

If you like it hot,Thailand is the place for you. Average temperatures rarely dip below 25 degrees Celsius during the country's three seasons.

Between November and February the weather is warm and  dry with temperatures from 19 to 33 degrees Celsius;March - May is hot with temperatures rising to as high as 42 degrees, and from June to October (rainy season) it is warm and sometimes wet, but never cold. Even the rain is warm!

December is the peak tourist month but if you want to avoid the crowds and enjoy off season hotel rates, come during the summer time. The summer monsoon season many carry some heavy rains but these quite often occur during late evening and overnight and are unlikely to spoil your enjoyment.

However,take note that August and September are the wettest months so visitors are recommended to take the weather into account when planning a trip to Thailand.

Present it is difficult to found 3 season in Thailand--hot,hot hot and hot hot hot 

Global warming is impact to our world and my country is one of effect from it--some years Thailand was flood both in North and South suddenly.




Reference: Amazing Bangkok book

About Thailand #Part 2 #Money

                                    Money

The official currency of Thailand is the Thai BAHT (pronounced - baaht). 
One baht is divided into 100 satang.

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The Thai currency is made up of baht and Satangs. Commonly used coins are 25-Satang,50-Satang, 1 baht,2 baht, 5 baht, 10 baht denominations.

There are different sizes of 1 and 5 baht coins in circulation so be careful when you count your money.Banknotes,which are printed in both Thai and Western numerals, increase are in different colours :10 baht is brown; 20 baht  green; 50 baht blue; 100 baht  red; 500 baht purple and 1000 baht grey/beige.

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It is difficult to change large notes in some market area,so remember to ask for some small notes when changing money.

Banks are open from 9.30 hours to 15.30 hours during weekdays.In Bangkok,you will found many of the banks have foreign exchange services open until late in the evening every day,particularly is popular tourists spots. 

Traveller's cheques give the highest rate of exchange.The American dollars is the most widely-accepted foreign currency, but most other major foreign currencies can be exchange at banks.Payments by credit cards are becoming increasingly common at most major tourist spots and in most hotels and good-class restaurants.

Thailand's Baht

Travellers Cheques are generally accepted only at dedicated foreign exchange shops or banks.

Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) are plentiful throughout Thailand, and most will accept cards issued by any of the major international banking networks (Plus, Cirrus, etc.)

Foreign debit and credit card withdrawals from Thai ATMs including a 150 or 180 baht fee levied by the local ATM owner, in addition to any fees added by your home financial institution.

Major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard, JCB and American Express, are readily accepted at most hotels, airlines, restaurants and upscale merchants.
To prevent your credit/debit card from being declined, it is important to advise your card issuer of your travel plans in advance.

Some institutions routinely block/deny unexpected charges from Thai merchants for fear of possible fraudulent use.
Buying Thai Baht outside Thailand

Thai baht is widely stocked by most currency suppliers outside Thailand. However, rates obtained in Thailand are higher and money can be exchanged on arrival at more advantageous rates. 

Exchanging cash in Thailand is EASY 

FOREX (Foreign Exchange)  booths are very common and clearly post their daily exchange rates on an electronic notice board.

Cash exchanges in Thailand incur NO commissions or fees.
Do not buy any Thai currency until you arrive in Thailand.
The rates offered in Thailand are ALWAYS BETTER than you could get back home *(for "mainstream" currencies).

FOREX booths accept ALL MAJOR currencies.
DO remember to bring ONLY bank notes in good overall condition.

FOREX booths generally WILL NOT accept bank notes that are torn, ripped, damaged or are excessively marked/stamped

BE RESPECTFUL WHEN HANDLING THAI CURRENCY!

All currency in Thailand, paper and coin, bears a portrait of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej or a deceased relative.

Remember that Thailand has harsh lese majeste laws which are strictly enforced. These laws expressly prohibit any act - verbal, physical or written, that shows insolent or disrespectful behaviour toward the royal family.

With this in mind;

DO NOT EVER step on a coin to stop it from rolling away. 
DO NOT step on a Thai banknote to stop it from blowing away. 
DO NOT throw a note or coin in anger towards another person.  
DO NOT tear, burn or otherwise deface a note or coin.
These acts can easily been perceived as disrespectful toward His Majesty The King, or another member of the royal family (and may be considered highly offensive to any Thai person who witnessed such an occurrence).

Please show respect accordingly.






refernce:Amazing Thailand/tripadvisor.com

About Thailand #Part 1 Greeting Thai Style # Wai and Krab

                                                                                          
           WAI = The traditional Thai greeting =To pay respect.


Thai people greet each other with a gesture similar to the one in the picture opposite. Thai people do not shake hands like people in the west. 

They place the palms and fingers of both their hands together as in a prayer position in the center of their bodied and at different levels depending upon the level of gesture as explained below.


This Thai greeting gesture is called a '' Wai '' and is pronounced more like '' why '' in English.



When To Wai:

When it comes to Wai there is no such thing as too much; the more the better. Thais use the Wai as a polite gesture to say hi, goodbye, thank you or simply to show respect and gratitude towards people and things.
You will, for example, see people Wai images of His Majesty the King or when they pass a spirit house.

When you come here that is Thailand,they found a lot of people spoken with the Wai as a greeting and farwell is Sawatdee.At the end of statement , say "Ka"if you are female and say "Krab"if you are male. (Sawatdee ka/Sawatdee Krab)

Wai is the most charming and universal greeting that Thai people are proud of.Thai people do not shake hand like  people in the west.

If you come here,you ought to knowledge about being a little Thai culture.They are 3 levels of Wai

1.To a monk /sanctuary/sacred object/About Buddhism: put your hands together,bow your head,your thumbs are between eyebrows. Index fingers touch the forehead and bend your back.

**When we Wai a Buddha image,we do it for 3 times.The first for the Lord Buddha,the second for his teachings and the last one for monks.


2.To a senior people : put your hands together,bow your head, your thums are at nose.

Tip.Index fingers are between eyebrows and bend your back.
 
**We Wai when young people great older people ;fore example,mother,farther,grandmother,uncle,unties and so on

3.To same age people or younger age: put your hands together,bow your head a little bit.The  thumbs touch under your chin,the index fingers touch your nose and bend your back bit.

In addition,bow your head when you walk past the older.stop your walking or running when you found a monks past the people.Next,you ought to Wai which I just discussed above paragraph.

Tip******

-Don't touch, hug or kiss Thais when you meet them. Thai people are not familiar with this kind of body language. It may be, as some have observed, that we Asians are shy. In general, any physical contact (apart, these days, from a handshake) is considered inappropriate.

-Although you may do it out of respect and with all good intentions, it will make them feel uncomfortable, especially if it is done in public.

-Most Thais are not used to this type of gesture and have no idea how to react to it. It may leave everyone, including you, feeling awkward.


         KRAB= To prostrate oneself before the feet of somebody.

We do go to temple every important day like our birthday, Buddhist holidays, or when someone dies etc.


Buddhism is the prevailing religion in Thailand and around 95% of the population are Buddhists.Muslims constitute around four persent of the population and live mostly in the southern provinces bordering Malasia.There are also small Hindu and Christian communities.

Krab is the bestest of important respect in Thailand for The Buddha image,the monks,the senior people.There are 2 types of Krab --Open the palm of the hand,Ignore palm

1.Open the palm of the hand:to the Bhuddha image,the monks:We found a lot of Thai people Krab-Ben-Jang-Kha-Pra-Dit(the body straight and firm then bow down in the "Ben-jang-kha-pradit  or five point" manner - forehead, palms knees flush with the floor. Begin chanting with a recitation expressing your reverence and respect .)

**When we Krab a Buddha image or the monks,we do it for 3 times.

The first for the Lord Buddha,(Anchalee)
The second for his teachings (Wantha)
And the last one for monks.(Apiwad)

In Thailand every family has an altar at home that usually consists of an image of Buddha. The altar at home is usually comprised of an image of Buddha, a pot of incense sticks, a pair of candlesticks and a pair of flower vases.

2.Ignore palm:/To senior people,To pass away people:Krab is a step by ignore-palm?.Both female and male sit on the floor (with legs tucked back to one side).Next the body straight and firm then bow down to touch the top of your forehead to bring both hands together.


All about of Wai and Krab.Thank you to reading my blog.

 

 

 

 

 

Referenc:Maytermthailand/มารยาทชาวพุทธร/chaoprayanes/kalyanamitra/royin/malayat