The distinct culture of Thailand

1. Culture of Thailand By: John Ferreria

2. Art The art in Thai culture was primarily Buddhist. It was the images of Thai Buddha and elephants because they are thought to be sacred animals. The Sukhothai period boistered some of the most elegant, sinuous bodies with slender faces of Buddha.

3. Thai Funerals Thai traditional funerals last for a week. Crying is tremendously encouraged in order not to worry the spirit of the deceased. Funerals are elegant and the coffin is carried by a float like type of design.

4. Customs A distinct Thai custom is called wai, which is similar to the Indian custom of namaste which is a greeting, farewell or acknowledgement and is involves a prayer-like gesture with the hands and a bow of the head. Physical demonstrations of affection in public is considered okay and common between friends but not for lovers.

5. Sources Wikipedia: Thai Customs http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_of_Thailand#Customs Wikipedia: Thai Funerals http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_of_Thailand#Funerals Wikipedia: Thailand Art http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_of_Thailand#Arts http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thai_art