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Thailand

History

Sukhothai Kingdom ruled or strongly influenced the territory before the modern state.
Ayutthaya Kingdom ruled or strongly influenced the territory before the modern state.
Thonburi Kingdom ruled or strongly influenced the territory before the modern state.
Rattanakosin Kingdom ruled or strongly influenced the territory before the modern state.
Constitutional monarchy set or updated Thailand's constitutional framework.
The current constitution came into force, setting the basic framework for today's Thailand.
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CapitalBangkok
Population65.9M
Area513,120 km2
CurrencyThai baht

Short facts

RegionSoutheast Asia
LanguageThai
Time zoneICT (UTC+7)
Drives onLeft

Worth seeing

  • Bangkok: Sprawling royal capital of glittering temples, canals, street food, and frenetic energy.
  • Chiang Mai: Northern rose city of traditional Lanna culture, elephant sanctuaries, and night bazaars.
  • Phi Phi Islands: Dramatic limestone cliffs, turquoise bays, and world-famous beach parties.

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Planning questions

What is Thailand known for?Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phi Phi Islands.
What is the capital?Bangkok.
Which language is useful?Thai.
When is the national day?5 December (Father's Day/King Birthday).
How should I browse it here?Start with the facts, jump to linked cities, then check events and topics.

Upcoming events

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Food & drink

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Known for

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