| Most Thai people are Buddhists and their beliefs are very important to them. | |
| The Thais also have very colorful and exciting mythologies. | |
| Temples like this one are called 'wats'. They are where most Buddhists go to worship. | |
| It's not always possible to get to a temple, so small shrines are often constructed. Someone has kindly left a bottle of water here as an offering. | |
| Even the Buddhist monks get out occasionally for a bit of sightseeing or shopping. The orange robes are a common sight in Thailand. | |
| The Thais are very proud of their traditional dances. | |
| This dance recreates a harvest ritual. | |
| Elephants are a common sight in many parts of Thailand. Their riders often stay with them for life. | |
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