Thailand is the leading tourist destination in Asia (According to the Asia Travel Intentions survey 2007), with more than 10 million people visiting it every year. Its attractions range from exquisitely beautiful scenery to culture preserved for centuries. Tourists list out the outstanding cuisine, breath-taking natural scenery, inspirational temples and mythical beaches with graceful tall palm trees swaying over the pearl-white sands along shores, which overlook the thriving coral gardens along Thailand's two coastal shores as some of the reasons why they flock Thailand.

Thailand Geography

Should you plan to travel to Thailand (and there is no reason not to), there are a couple of things you need to know as you plan your visit. Thailand has 76 provinces. The provinces are subdivided into districts, sub districts and villages as the administrative units. Its length from North to South is approximately over 1,600 Kilometres. Generally, these provinces are divided to four regions according to their terrain, all of which present you with a unique experience of Thailand:

The Central Plains

This is the fertile and agricultural sector of Thailand, which offers you a rich cultural experience. It harbors the pulsating sophisticated city of Bangkok as well as the sandy beaches of the East Coast. It also harbors the rich cultures of Ayutthaya (a town located north of Bangkok, also basically the capital of Thailand), being evidenced by the ruined temples. The visit is accentuated by a bike ride as the guide teaches you names of famous kings, to give you a closer feel of the Thai mind.Thong Pha Phum and Sangkhlaburi are not over developed and offer a relaxing experience away from the bustles of modernization.

The Peninsular South

Considered the hub of tourism in Thailand, this is the land of endless beauty with a refreshingly tropical climate, pearly beaches, and clear blue skies with breath taking coral beauty, which incorporates amazing sunrises and sunsets. Towns that flock hundreds of thousands of tourists include Pattaya, which is reinventing itself to accommodate families. The island towns in South Eastern Thailand also boast of lavish spas and poolside bars with a rich nocturnal life that ignites your adventure. Ko Sanet, Trat, Chanthaburi and Sri Racha have a history as rich as the valued stones traded in its weekly market, while the national parks Khao Chamao / Khao Wong and Khao Khitchakut offer a worthwhile contrast to the beaches.

The Mountainous North

It boasts of harboring the greatest contrast to the rest of Thailand, as it displays its rocky hills, rushing rivers, rich culture and colorful villages. Chiang Rai, renamed for its exciting adventure tours borders Myanmar and Laos along the Makong River. Chiang Mai, the second largest village in Thailand is famous for its history, culture, old-fashioned temples and exclusive traditional handiwork.

The High North Eastern Plateau

It is richest in History and culture and is commonly called I-San. It boasts of historic historic monuments that contribute to the grandeur and the majestic displays of ancient buildings such as the Phra That Phanom in Nakhon Phanom, the Prasat Hin Khao Phanom Rung in Burl Ram and the Prasat Hin Phimai in Khorat. Also some of its rich cultures and traditions are sure to experience are festivals exclusive to this section of the country such as the colorful Bun Bang Fai (rocket festival), the Candle Procession and the Wax Castle Festival.