- The Thai name for Bangkok is Krung Thep but it is also known as City of Angels.
- Thailand is often nicknamed as the “Land Of Smiles,” because of the perceived gentleness of its people. Thailand is also known as the “Land of white Elephant.
- The Orchid is Thailand’s best flowering export. Exports of the Orchid are valued at US$250million annually.
- “The Beach” starring Leonardo di Caprio was filmed on Phi Phi Island.
- Thailand is the 49th country area wise, with its total land area of 514,000 km² .
- 95% of the Thai people are Buddhists of the Theravada tradition.
- Thailand’s national anthem was composed by a German, Peter Feit.
- Thai people learn English since we are 6 years old. But never be able to use it in real life
- Red Bull, the rather famous energy drink, has its origins in Thailand, and was originally called Red Guar.
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