Thailand, the land of smiles, has been able to absorb Western influences while maintaining its own rich heritage. It doesn’t matter if you are coming for the Buddhist culture, the stunning beaches or the sophisticated cuisine, you will fall in love with Thailand and once your trip is over, you ’ll be coming back for more. As the only nation in Southeast Asia that was never colonized by a European country, Thailand is a very proud and diverse nation. The Buddhist
culture is influenced by India, China and other countries in Southeast Asia. Age, job, education and family connections are all contributing factors to a person ’ s perceived status in society. Thai people avoid any behavior or actions which could be considered rude. Therefore, Thai people are rightfully known as friendly and welcoming people.