A listing of the various hill tribes of northern Thailand - (Lahu, Lisu, Karen, Hmong) - with distinguishing cultural and historical characteristics
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Thai Culture
Shamanism and Thai Culture
A traveler's narrative of his experience with Thai culture and shamanism.
The Thai solar calendar
Description and pronunciation of each of the months of the Thai solar calendar, and an explanation of the Thai year count.
Why Is Thai Food So Spicy?
A basic overview of flavor combinations and spice ingredients typical of Thai cooking.
The Chakri Dynasty and Thai Public Health
An historical account of public health-related policies and movements associated with each Thai King since 1782.
Kings of Siam
An historical account of each of the Thai Kings bearing the name Rama, from 1782 to the present.
The Culture of Thailand
A lengthy and excellent overview of historical and sociological elements of Thai culture. Excellent reading before you travel to Thailand.
Thai Art, Architecture and Performing Arts
A general introduction to the classical art, architecture, music and dance of Thailand.
Hill Tribes of Northern Thailand
An summary of the major hilltribes of northern Thailand, including the Karen, Hmong, Yao, Lisu, Lahu, Akha & Lawa.
The Hows & Wais of Thai Etiquette
A helpful article about customs and gestures within cultural norms of etiquette. Question & answer format includes information about different types of wais for different people.