Fast facts:
Official name: Kingdom of Thailand
Capital: Bangkok (or The City of Angels)
Population: 65,000,000
Languages: Thai is an official language.
Religion: more than 90% of Buddhist
Currency: Baht
Interesting tips:
- The most popular island is Phuket Island.
- Since 1945 to 1949 countries official name was Siam.
- Word “Thai” – means “freedom”.
- 19 September 2006 – the date of the coup in Thailand.
- Thailand consists of 76 provinces and 2 districts: Bangkok and Pattaya.
- Local climate is tropical. Monsoons are usual guests.
- Thailand has a constitutional monarchy.
- 92% of people are literary.
- Major problem in country is environmental and water pollution.
- McDonald’s is present in Thailand since 1985.
It was a small introduction into the world of magic, the world of white sand sugar-beaches and tropical paradise. Thailand attracts more tourists than any other Asian country, the key to this mystery is very simple, The Kingdom of Thailand is an unbelievable combination of striking natural beauty, irresistible high temples, delicious cuisine, ruins of ancients civilizations… It has everything: waterfalls, islands, local sightseeings, sea, river, mountains, temples, ruins, calm and peaceful villages, marvelous landscapes, charming people. every traveler will find something there.
In July and November there are monsoons in Thailand. This period is also called a “rainy season”. After such level of precipitations it is easily to presuppose that from February to March the weather is dry and warm. By the way, it is the best time to visit Thailand. It is not a secret that the largest amount of tourists came in August and in winter. If you hate crowds and adore low-season rates, come there in spring, June and in the first-half of autumn. But, if you are fond of diving, you must visit Thailand only in summer, because this time the Sea is clear and the visibility is perfect.
Local population has very interesting and sometimes even funny tips of houses. They are called spirit houses. They are places, where can live spirits of love. These houses are integral part of any house, because spirits attracts positive energy and good luck. they make people healthier and wealthier. A typical house for spirits is not more than a bird-house. Every day they propose some kind of food to spirits, flowers, candles. Very important rule – place of your spirit house installation must be carefully planned even before building a new house. If in the course of time, you decide to change your house – make it bigger or smaller, the same changes have to be implied to your spirit house.
Going into Thailand – be sure this country will not live you indifference – it is not just another country, it is a completely another mentality – another world! The nature is amazing, the hotels are luxurious, the cuisine – incredible! You can have both an active rest and a calm, passive one! Nobody will force you here to do, what you don’t want to do! Enormous bars, restaurants, sea-food cafes and night clubs are open 24 hrs. Elephant riding, safari, diving, fishing and sailing are so popular in Thailand. Tropical sunshine in so gentle, that you will have a natural bronze skin without any creams. Enjoy your rest under the shadow of palm tree!
Love and passion… Some people don’t even dare to presuppose how important these two feelings are.
Marrakesh, Marokko, Mekka …Just listen to these words, they sound like a melody! Spices, jewellery, markets, scurrying about people, hot debates, half-closed faces…. Oh, I love it! East cities, what can be better! It a completely another world, full of dangers and undiscovered events, luxurious hotels and rich sheikhs, but aware, they can steal you and make a 5th wife! These people, they are dancing and singing, cooking and welcoming guests, it is to thrilling to cognize them, their culture, traditions and lifestyle! Passion can be perceived at each part of this city!
As for me, at the first sight, it hardly can be called a romantic city, but after a thorough investigation it turns out, that a picnic in the Central Park is a rather good pastime, such cosy event among the huge mega polis. It is so touching! Than you can do shopping and while doing this meet a handsome stranger or just a beautiful liar, who will make you crazy and love, for sure, will come to your heart and soul and make them happy too!
Lose yourself in the beauty of this ancient town. Prague is famous for its bridges, there are a great number of them, block stone streets and roads, medieval architecture and comfortable cafes. Sometimes, it looks like a small Venice. It has a well-known watch with gnomes and the Charles Bridge, where you can meet a Prince on the white horse and he will steal you and take to his Palace. Here, you will understand – love, passion and romantic attitude is still alive!
This dance is first of all a passion, love, infatuation. It is full of unexpressed desire, invisible hints and body language. It is no better place, to feel yourself beloved and to get acquainted with a sexy stranger, who is dancing next to you!
Only after visiting the Republic of Cyprus to my surprise I found out that Aphrodite was born in Kythera. To tell truth, this part of the island is very, even extremely beautiful, sea waters are so fresh and clean here, beaches are splendid, remote and atmosphere is perceives with unexplainable tranquillity and calmness. It is an ideal place for tired travellers. Here it is possible to renew your strength and afterwards to move forward, to other places in the Mediterranean. Where a nightlife is full of unexpected and unpredictable events, where you can dance the whole night long and get a lot of new friends, where parties and discos are an integral part of the rest.
To tell the truth, Venice is not all canals. Land occupies much bigger part of the city. Some amazing fact, there are road signs there, if it possible to say so, that controls movement of “floating transport”. The most popular among tourists is gondola. As a rule, it is 11 meters length and weighs near 600 kilos. Eight kinds of wood is used to produce one gondola and it consists of 280 separate parts and has a flat bottom. Gondolas are hand-made and manufacturing of 1 boat lasts almost 3 years and its approximate price 30,000 euros. As for me, another peculiarity of Venice is poles, rising from waters of canals. It’s unbelievable, but they don’t decay over a long period of time. The reason is they are made from a special kind of tree: Yugoslavian larch or just oak. And, also these poles are covered with a thin layer of ooze and it prevents them from decay. Among Venice sightseeings are: Chiesa di San Giacomo di Rialto – it is one of the oldest churches, Rialto bridge, Piazza San Marco, Basilica di San Marco (an amazing cathedral). Besides, to my mind the best possible way to have rest here after all these places to visit – is to sit in one of the comfortable coffee-bars, scattered throughout the city, drink a cup of hot tea or chocolate and enjoy the atmosphere of calmness and serenity.
A lot of words can be told about Cyprus. Both positive and negative remarks are a common thing. No doubts, it has strong connection to history. Walking through the dark passages of Paphos Castle, touching its old, rough walls, looking at the immovable “face” of blue waters remain you about Ancient times, times of Alexander the Great and well-known Cleopatra. Even Aphrodite was born here (according to Greek mythology) and chose Cyprus as a further place of living.
Nowadays, Cyprus or the Republic of Cyprus is a large, modern and quickly developing country where the past meets the present and together they are making future. Cyprus is washed by the Mediterranean Sea and each year attracts more than 2 million people from all over the world. This island is opened to tourists 4 seasons a year! Cyprus, it is 10,000 km2 of enchanting beaches, olive and citrus trees and amazing mountains. There are two official languages: Greek and Turkish but English is commonly used. And the official currency is the Cyprus pound.
Cyprian cuisine is really delicious. Among the most frequently used ingredients are regional herbs and spices, fruits and vegetables, such as green beans and peppers, carrots, onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, peas, lettuce. Seafood dishes are very widespread. And, of course, visiting Cyprus you have to taste their wine in order to perceive the character and spirit of Mediterranean.
