Thailand is a country in Southeast Asia, Asia. Its capital is Bangkok, with a population of approximately 71.8M and a total area of 513,120 km². The official language is Thai and the currency is the Baht (THB).
Thailand covers an area of 513,120 km² with a population density of 140/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $544B ($7,580 per capita) and gained independence in Never colonized. It has a coastline of 3,219 km.
Thailand is the only Southeast Asian country never colonised by a European power — its name literally means 'Land of the Free'. Bangkok's official ceremonial name is the world's longest place name at 169 characters.
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The Temple of the Emerald Buddha — Thailand's most sacred and dazzling royal temple
A 700-year-old moat-encircled city with 300 Buddhist temples in northern Thailand
Dramatic limestone cliffs rising from turquoise water — Thailand's most iconic seascape
A UNESCO ancient capital with serene Buddha statues reflected in lotus ponds
The capital of Thailand is Bangkok.
The official language(s) of Thailand are Thai.
The population of Thailand is approximately 71.8M.
Thailand uses the Baht (THB).
Thailand is located in Asia, in the Southeast Asia region.
Thailand has a GDP of $544B, with a GDP per capita of $7,580.
The best time to visit Thailand is November–April. The climate is Tropical, three seasons — hot, rainy, cool.
Visa-free for most Western nationalities (30 days)
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