In addition to his career as a writer, he was Thailand's prime minister in 1975. Art Among the most celebrated works of architecture in Thailand are the wats in Bangkok. Thai sculpture, dating from the 14th century, is a mixture of Chinese, Burmese, Hindu, and Khmer influences and is best seen in the temples and representations of Buddha. Thailand is known for producing beautiful silk textiles. Music and Dance Thai music is very intricate and is a usual accompaniment of Thai drama.
Musicians sit on the floor to play, and generally play by ear.
The dance in Thailand is equally intricate, following or deriving from Indian dancing and involving a series of gestures and swaying that interpret a story. Even the smallest movements reflect important story threads, carefully woven by performers dressed in elaborate costumes and headgear.