Thailand Flashcards
Who was the first king of the Chakri dynasty, the current ruling dynasty since 1782?
King Rama I
Which Thai king is credited with modernizing Thailand in the late 19th century?
King Chulalongkorn (Rama V)
When did Thailand transition from absolute monarchy to constitutional monarchy?
1932
What was the previous name of Thailand before it was changed in 1939?
Siam
Was Thailand a colony?
No, Thailand is the only Southeast Asian country that was never colonized by any European country
Who is the current king of Thailand?
King Maha Vajiralongkorn (Rama X)
How many square kilometers big is Thailand?
513,000 square kilometers
What is the approximate population of Thailand?
Around 70 million
What is the largest island in Thailand?
Phuket
What is the highest mountain in Thailand, and how high is it?
Doi Inthanon (2,565 meters high)
What body of water lies to the east of Thailand?
Gulf of Thailand
What river flows through Bangkok?
Chao Phraya River
What is the capital city of Thailand?
Bangkok
How many peole live in Bangkok?
11 million
Which is the second largest city in Thailand, and how is it also know as?
Chiang Mai, also known as the “Rose of the North”
What percentage of Thailand’s population is ethnic Thai?
Approximately 95%