Thailand People
The population of Thailand is composed primarily of ethnic Thais (75%) and Chinese (14%). Other ethnic groups include Malays and Hindus concentrated in the southern regions, Laotians and Khmers concentrated in the northeastern regions, as well as the Mon and various hill tribes concentrated in the northern regions. Finally, refugees of the Vietnam war also settled in Thailand, mostly in the northeastern regions. These ethnic groups have maintained much of their religious and cultural identities, and with the exception of the hill tribes in the north, they have been well integrated with the rest of Thai society, forming a generally unified and homogenous population. The literacy rate in Thailand is very high (about 94%). Thailand’s most interesting human inhabitants from an anthropologist’s point of view are its hill tribes that would have originated from Tibet, Burma, and southern China. Their numbers are estimated at well over half a million, a number that increases every year as more and more enter the country seeking refuge from the surrounding states in which they are persecuted. About 20 distinctly different hill tribe cultures can be found in Thailand, with the 6 largest accounting for the vast majority of their collective population: the Karen, Hmong, Yao, Lahu, Akha and Lisu. Last edited Aug 30, 07 3:20 PM. |
Travel Tips for People in Thailand
Krabi, Andaman Coast, Thailand
the islands off krabi are some of my favorite spots in this world. ko lanta, railey beach etc, the best for diving, relaxing, rock climbing. and i love the food, the people are super friendly, its almost too good to be true!
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Ko Lanta, Andaman Coast, Thailand
Find a great spot to lay in the sun. Meet some good people and party like its 1999.
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Pattaya, Eastern Thailand, Thailand
While in Pattaya, you must attend the Alcazar Cabaret Show. It's performed by lady-boys. No way to guess that those gorgeous, talented people are men unless somebdy tells you. The show is brethtaking and extremely rich; the songs, the light, the decoration, the clothes are bewildering. The show is divided into several parts that take place in different countries. When you go out you can take photos with the lady-boys.
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Thailand
Travel with lots of people - the more people you travel with, the more power you have for bargaining. Many tours are cheaper with more people too (especially in Asia).
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Patong Beach, Thailand
An educational experience! Visited the naughty clubs and chilled with the transvestites - they're very charming and friendly people. The sex trade is booming, but one does not have to partake in the action if it's not one's style. The party atmosphere in on every night and there's enough beer for everyone! No question about the safety - we got back to the hotel at 04h30 in a tuk-tuk! I will visit again, this time with the wife and my youngsters.
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