Asturias My experiences in Thailand included everything from being waved down by a woman who wanted to sell me opium, to having to explain Catholicism to a Buddhist monk. Having traveled to almost all the countries in South America and Europe, I decided to give Southeast Asia a try for my summer vacation. After spending close to four weeks in Thailand, I can honestly say it is the most interesting place I have ever been.
Thai people are extremely kind.
In Bangkok I asked someone for directions and he walked with me 10 minutes to my destination. Though I was worried because of the language barrier, I found Thai people are patient enough to use gestures to try to help you throughout your travel. As long as you don't insult Buddha or the king, the Thai people are the nicest anywhere in the world. Neighboring Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Malaysia, Thailand covers 198,000 square miles in Southeast Asia. The most practiced religion in Thailand is Theravada Buddhism.