In Thailand, kathoey are often regarded as a "third gender". Their visibility is high compared to many other cultures, partly due to the influence of Theravada Buddhism, which often views gender variance through the lens of karma and rebirth.

Reviews of the "ladyboy" experience in travel and social commentary often highlight a mix of extreme aesthetic beauty and complex social status:

If you are looking for a review of the cultural and social phenomenon surrounding the kathoey (the Thai term for this community),