Thailand is a Southeast Asian country. It's known for tropical beaches, opulent royal palaces, ancient ruins and ornate temples displaying figures of Buddha. In Bangkok, the capital, an ultramodern cityscape rises next to quiet canalside communities and the iconic temples of WatArun, Wat Pho and the Emerald Buddha Temple (WatPhraKaew). Nearby beach resorts include bustling Pattaya and fashionable HuaHin.