Sunday, 17 May 2009

Thailand by Alfredo Conejo










Thailand is located in Northeast Asia. The capital and the largest city if Thailand is Bangkok. Thailand is the world's 51st-largest country in terms of total area, roughly equal in size to Spain. It is also the 20th most populous country with approximately 63 million people. The country´s official language is Thai.




Thailand is one of the most devoutly Buddhist countries in the world. The national religion is Theravada Buddhist which is practiced by more than 95% of all Thais. The cultures and traditions in Thailand are significantly influenced by those of India, China and many western countries. Thailand is a democratic country and the name of his President is Bhumibol Adulyadej.




Thailand experienced rapid economic growth between 1985 and 1995 is today is a middle-income country with emphasis in exports, while enjoying a flourishing tourism industry, thanks to various world-famous tourist destinations such as Bangkok and Phuket.



The Royal Thai Air Force is the name of the military of the Kingdom of Thailand.Thailand enjoys a high level of literacy, and education is provided by a well organized school system of kindergartens, primary, lower secondary and upper secondary schools, numerous vocational colleges, and universities. Taekwondo is a form of hard martial art practiced in large parts of the world, including Thailand and other Southeast Asian countries. The art is similar to others in Southeast Asia such as: pradal serey in Cambodia, lethwei in Myanmar, tomoi in Malaysia, and Lao boxing in Laos.

1 comment:

  1. Thailand is located in Southeast Asia.
    Thailand is a constitutional monarchy, whose King is Bhumibol Adulyadej.

    peggy

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