Phaic Tan
Cilauro, S. Gleisner, T. and Sitch, R.
Synopsis
THE PEOPLE
For all its natural attractions, many believe that it is the Phaic Tanese people themselves who are the ‘star attraction’. Friendly, out-going and genuinely welcoming, Phaic Tanese value good manners above all else. Rarely will you hear a raised voice or terse remark between locals. In fact, it’s not unusual to see two drivers, having been involved in a collision, get out of their vehicles and exchange gifts.
HISTORY
During the 1920’s Phaic Tan was wracked by a bitter civil war, eventually forcing the Government to divide the combatants by constructing a massive wall running from Saoxuy in the west to Phop Kra on the eastern plains. An enormous architectural undertaking, the wall spanned just over 300km however, being made of rice paper screens, it was frequently breached.
POLITICAL HISTORY
Post-war was a difficult time for human rights in Phaic Tan as the Government fell under control of a hard-line right wing Prime Minister Kuang Pruang. His autocratic rule led to the formation of numerous underground rebel groups, including the People’s Liberation Alliance (KPZ), the Phaic Tanese Freedom Fighters (ATA) and the Democratic Rights Brigade (DRB) – the first anti-government group whose acronym bore any resemblance to its name.
FAST FACTS
For the first-time Western visitor, a trip to Phaic Tan can be a genuine assault on the senses, an overwhelming explosion of sights, sounds, tastes and strange smells and colonic movement. But don’t be put off by your cab ride in from the airport, there are many more sides to this tropical paradise.
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