Everything you expect of Thailand - mile after mile of picture-perfe aches, a vibrant culture, and one of the world's great cuisines - is tru ut there's so much more to discover, from the wild mountainscapes he north to awesome diving in the Andaman Sea and the evocative ruir if former kingdoms. The Rough Guide to Thailand has all the expert advii md maps you'll need to make the most of this fascinating country.

Explore the kaleidoscopic wonders of Bangkok's Grand Palace;

Indulge yourself with a traditional massage at majestic Wat Pho;

Shop for the best of Chiang Mai's crafts and design;

Soak up Phang Nga bay's limestone scenery from a kayak.