Thailand is a kingdom of mountains, humid rainforests and level plains. Religion, the monarchy and the military have assisted to form its people and politics.
The 1980s brought trade and industry roar, and the agriculture-based country changed as Thais gathered to work in industry and the services segments.
But the fizz fracture in 1997 with the Southeast Asian monetary crisis. Stock and property prices fell down, pulling down the currency and leading to bankruptcies, depression and joblessness.
Weather
Climate-wise, the most excellent moment for visiting most of Thailand is between November and February when it is not too rainy and not too dry. The south is best visited when the rest of Thailand is unhappily hot (March to May). If you’re staying in Bangkok, be ready to roast in April and do some wading in October – most likely the toughest two months, weather-wise, in the capital.
