Eyewitness Travel Guide to Thailand Truly the guides that show you what others only tell you, this book features stunning 3D and cutaway views of museums, cathedrals, and other must-see sights; detailed street maps; a handy phrase section; advice on the best places to eat, drink, shop, sleep, and be entertained; and a Survival Guide to help the traveler sort out essential informat... more »ion such as currency, transportation, and communications. As world traveler and TV personality Michael Palin says, "the Eyewitness Travel Guides are irresistibly seductive.... They also deliver where it matters most -- uncluttered and accurate information." Begin your exotic journey to Thailand with the only handbook you'll need -- DK's Eyewitness Travel Guide: Thailand. Highlighted by more than 1200 exclusive color photographs, this invaluable reference divides Thailand into five regional chapters and an additional eighty-page section covering Bangkok, all with illustrated maps of the country's terrain, main roadways, and attractions. Bangkok is broken into five areas that are easily navigated using accurate street-by-street maps, and graphic aerial views. The splendid Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaeo (Thailand's holiest temple) are explored in 3-D overviews, ground plans, photos of architectural highlights, a historical timeline, and a visitors' checklist. The spectacular ruined cities of old Sukhothai and Ayutthaya kingdoms are two of the prime sights of Thailand's Central Plains, and are outlined in previews complete with photos of their impressive engravings and reliefs, as well as historical timelines. The guide also includes a special layout showcasing Northern Thailand's famous arts and handicrafts -- carved wooden figures, ceremonial silver, colorful textiles, and lacquerwork -- while another spotlights the region's numerous rare and exotic bird species. Exquisite coral reefs, sandy beaches, magnificent seaside cliffs, breathtaking mountains and monsoon forests are some of the natural wonders captured in spectacular photos found in the book's overview of Southern Thailand. From Thailand's ancient history to modern customs to a glossary of Thai foods to transportation throughout this vast country, here is the only companion you'll need as you journey through this popular southeast Asian country.« less