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Intercultural guide to Thaiand and Thai culture, society, language, etiquette, manners, customs and protocol.
3 paź 2020 · Here are our Thailand Facts which were chosen and researche d by kids especially for kids. Population: 70 million people live in Thailand (2023) Capital: Bangkok with over 11 million inhabitants. Name: Kingdom of Thailand (former Siam) Government: Constitutional Monarchy. The Thai chief of state is King Vajiralongkorn. Official Language: Thai.
ABOUT THAILAND Known as the “Land of Smiles”, Thailand has become South East Asia’s primary holiday destination. Despite a vast influx of visitors, the country’s unique cultural heritage remains intact and the kingdom has managed to absorb Western influences without losing its own rich character.
Whether you’re in Bangkok for business or leisure, familiarity with cultural-considerations and Thai-traditions will help you understand the unfamiliar and avoid accidental o˜ense. Why shouldn't you touch someone’s head? What's so wrong with pointing? What should you wear to visit a temple?
The culture in Thailand is a mix of strong indigenous, Indian and Chinese influences, which combine to make Thai culture unique. With its diverse geography, friendly people, and stunning scenery, the “Land of a Thousand Smiles” is a must-see destination in South East Asia.
This pioneering insight into contemporary Thai folk culture delves beyond the traditional Thai icons to reveal the casual, everyday expressions of Thainess that so delight and puzzle.
PEOPLE & CULTURE. About 90 percent of the people are Buddhist, but about three million Muslims live in the south near the border with Malaysia. Thai children go to elementary school for six...
