Thailand has a land area of almost 200,000 square miles and borders Myanmar, Laos and Malaysia. It has a tropical and subtropical climate. The Thai people originated from Indochina and most are of Mongoloid descent. Buddhism is practiced by 90% of the population, while 4% are Muslim. Agriculture is the main livelihood. Thai culture is open to foreign ideas and Thais are known to be joyful, loving and respectful in their conduct.