Thailand 
It’s known as ‘the Land of Smiles’ for good reason – the wonderful Thai people know how to slow down and enjoy life, and it’s part of their culture to pass on their infectious smiles to everyone they meet. It is not hard to smile though when you’re enjoying the warm tropical climate in one of the most astonishingly beautiful places on earth - emerald green seas, pristine beaches, stunning sunsets, sheer limestone cliffs, jaw-dropping sea life and jungles bursting with flora and fauna.
Thailand is a country that provides that feeling that you’ve escaped to an exotic land where language, religion, food and the way of life are all completely new and totally exciting. Buddhism is the religion of 90% of Thais, and is intertwined with the Thai way of life. The smells and tastes of delicious Thai food follows you from the street stalls in Bangkok to the beach side restaurants overlooking the sea, and you never grow tired of it. Elephants, monkeys, massive palm trees, boat taxis, pineapple fruit shakes, beach bbqs and Thai massage are all elements of the experience in Thailand that make each moment so enjoyable. In a world that is changing so fast, Thailand is a beautiful reminder of a place where simple living can still be the key to happiness.
Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai, the northernmost province of Thailand is about 785 kilometers north of Bangkok. Situated on the Kok River basin, Chiang Rai covers an area of approximately 11,678 square meters with an average elevation of 580 meters above sea level. The province, which is located within the renowned Golden Triangle area where Myanmar, Laos and Thailand converge, is also known as the gateway to Myanmar, Laos and Southern China.
Chiang Rai, which was founded in 1262 by King Meng Rai, was the first capital of the Lanna Thai Kingdom (Kingdom of a million rice fields), which was later conquered by Burma. It was not until 1786 that Chiang Rai became a Thai territory and was proclaimed a province during the reign of King Rama VI in 1910.
Today, Chiang Rai is a travelers paradise endowed with abundant natural tourist attractions and antiquities; the province itself is evidence of past civilization. Attractions range from magnificent mountain scenery, ruins of ancient settlements, historic sites, Buddhist shrines and ethnic villages as the province is also home to several hill tribes who maintain fascinating lifestyles. For those interested in the natural side of Chiang Rai, jungle trekking is recommended along various trails.
Chiang Rai which tends to be a little more 'laid back' now competes with Chiang Mai as a tourist attraction and is fast becoming a popular escape for tourists wanting to get away from the troubles they left behind.
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