The Royal Kingdom of Thailand Red, White and Blue bands symbolize the nation, buddhism and the monarchy respectively. Thai is the national language, although each region has their own dialect. Thailand is a buddhist country where images of budda are sacred.
Sacreligious acts are punishable by imprisonment.
The King, Queen and the Royal Family are held in great reverence, disrespect is not tolerated. Thai women are not to be touched without their consent and public display of affection are forbidden. Your On-line Guide to the Kingdom of Thailand.