About this book
The Rough Guide to Thailand is the ultimate travel guide to one of Asia's most diverse and vibrant countries. The clear maps and detailed coverage will help you uncover the best that Thailand has to offer - from idyllic islands and atmospheric temples to fantastic street food and hill-tribe hikes The Rough Guide to Thailand offers insider information on everything from night markets and noodles to exploring the jungle and finding the quietest beaches, plus insider reviews of the best places to stay, eat and drink for all budgets, all brought to life by stunning photography.
Whether you want to snorkel in the turquoise waters of the Andaman, explore ancient ruins or delve into the country's frenetic capital, The Rough Guide to Thailand will make sure you make the most of your time in Thailand.
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Table of contents
- Contents 3
- INTRODUCTION 4
- Where to go 5
- Author picks 9
- When to go 10
- Things not to miss 12
- Itineraries 22
- BASICS 24
- Getting there 25
- Travel via neighbouring countries 27
- Getting around 28
- Accommodation 35
- Food and drink 38
- Culture and etiquette 43
- The media 45
- Festivals 46
- Entertainment and sport 47
- Spas and traditional massage 50
- Meditation centres and retreats 51
- Outdoor activities 52
- Travelling with children 57
- Travel essentials 58
- THE GUIDE 74
- 1 Bangkok 74
- 2 The central plains 172
- 3 The north 268
- 4 The east coast 376
- 5 The northeast: Isaan 432
- 6 Southern Thailand: the Gulf coast 504
- 7 Southern Thailand: the Andaman coast 582
- 8 The deep south 692
- CONTEXTS 718
- History 719
- Religion: Thai Buddhism 738
- Art and architecture 744
- Flora, fauna and environmental issues 753
- Music 761
- The hill tribes 769
- Film 774
- Books 778
- Language 782
- Glossary 787
- SMALL PRINT & INDEX 789
