| Thai Culture in Bangkok | | | | younger person greets an older person and it |
| Thailand is a country with a long and rich history. | | | | indicated a sign of respect to their elders. Employees |
| Thailand is also one of those countries which have | | | | would also Wai their superior's even if the supervisor |
| many traditions which modern times fortunately have | | | | or manager would be younger then themselves as |
| not affected. Thailand is renowned for its unique | | | | the seniority of the other person would be |
| culture that has been notorious around the globe. | | | | respected. |
| Thai culture is especially well known for its | | | | Bangkok |
| distinctiveness. It is well worth noting that Thai | | | | Bangkok is the main city of Thailand and has been |
| culture has traditionally been handed down from one | | | | the Thai capital since the end of the eighteenth |
| generation to the next. | | | | century. Observing culture in Bangkok can be a great |
| Thai Classical Dance | | | | experience as the blend of modern times and |
| The inspiring Thai culture includes inspiring local music | | | | traditions have created a one of a kind atmosphere. |
| and wonderful Thai dances. The culture furthermore | | | | Bangkok still offers a package of culture which |
| includes of course its deep rooted Buddhist religion, | | | | showcases Thai culture through numerous beautiful |
| martial arts, crafts and beautiful clothing. | | | | Thai Buddhist temples, interesting museums and |
| Visitors to Thailand can experience Thai culture by | | | | many example of ancient Thai architecture. |
| witnessing one of the Thai classical dance | | | | Places to Visit in Bangkok |
| performances. These classical dance performances | | | | One of the best places in Bangkok to experience |
| are generally performed by gracious Thai ladies | | | | Thai culture is in the Sanam Luang area. Visitors can |
| wearing beautiful Thai local costumes. | | | | visit such Thai national landmarks such as the Grand |
| These special Thai dances are fortunately still popular | | | | Palace which includes the Emerald Buddha Temple and |
| throughout Thailand including with the present | | | | also offers visitors to see many other prime |
| younger Thai generations. Most resort areas and | | | | examples of Thai architecture at its best. |
| many hotels frequently offer these special Thai | | | | Another location in Bangkok where one can enjoy |
| culture dance shows for foreign visitors. | | | | and see Thai culture is at the famed Bangkok national |
| Thai Greeting | | | | museum. The large museum is located near to the |
| The unique Thai gesture of greeting another person, | | | | Pra Pin Klao bridge in case you would like to visit the |
| the Wai, is especially one of the greatest aspects of | | | | Bangkok National Museum. The famous museum |
| the culture. The Wai is when a person joins both | | | | offers visitors and tourists an opportunity to view |
| hands to either head or chest level while bending | | | | national treasures and unique Thai art pieces with |
| their head slightly towards their hands. | | | | some dating back as early as the late sixteenth |
| This way of greeting is especially done when a | | | | century. |