14 Interesting Facts Which Will Insist You to Visit Land of Smiles – Thailand

From seashore tranquility to night parties, whether you’re an adventurer, foodie or history buff, there are dozens of fun, exciting things which Thailand offers and it is true that Thailand is bound to have something for everyone who visits here.

Thailand is the holiday destination for many people, in case you haven’t been there then here are some interesting facts about Thailand which will surely insist you to book Cheap Thailand Tour Packages and make the most of your holidays.

1. Thailand has a rich tradition and spirituality influenced by ethnic groups from India, Cambodia, China, and Southeast Asia. Buddhism is the national religion of Thailand.
2. Thailand has some cultural norms and etiquette that many tourists are unaware of such as pointing with your feet or touching a person’s head is considered as taboos in Thailand as the feet is considered as the dirtiest body part while the head is most sacred.
3. Thailand is a place where you’ll find both the smallest and the largest creatures. The smallest mammal in the world, the bumblebee bat, and the largest fish, the whale shark is found here.
4. Don’t be shock when you will come to know that Bangkok real name is one of the longest names of a place in the world, made up of Pali and Sanskrit root words is  Krungthepmahanakhon Amonrattanakosin Mahintharayutthaya Mahadilokphop Noppharatratchathaniburirom Udomratchaniwetmahasathan Amonphimanawatansathit Sakkathattiyawitsanukamprasit which means  “City of Angels, Magnificent City of the Nine Gems, Great City of Immortals, Seat of the King, Home of Gods Incarnate, City of Royal Palaces.
5. One-tenth of the Thailand entire population is in Bangkok.
6. Thailand has about 35,000 temples and therefore it is known as the land of temples. You must know that visiting temples in Thailand require decent clothing such as no shorts or sleeveless shirts.
7. Thailand national flower is the orchid. You will be pleased to know that 1,500 orchid species are found growing wild in Thai forests and this is the reason why it is one of the world’s largest orchid exporters.
8. Sukhothai Old City is a land tracing back the heritage and culture of the Sukhothai Kingdom. UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Sukhothai National Historic Park is home to the most relevant temple ruins. It contains above 197 historical ruins, Wat Phra Pai Luang, the Wat Mahathat, Wat Sri Chum, and Wat Sri Sawai are its highlights.
9. Red Bull, the world-famous energy drink, is of Thailand. It is based on Krating Daeng, a drink made popular in Thailand and now across Asia since 1976.
10. Thailand has more than 1,430 islands and many of the islands are famous for being featured in Hollywood films.
11. Thailand doesn’t have a single flag. If you notice carefully then you will come across the national flag of Thailand raised at 8 a.m. and lowered at 6 p.m every day. Besides this, there are other flags named “Royal Flags” which are flown along with the national flag to honor the monarchy.
12. Thailand largest island Phuket is a wonderland for the visitors because of its amazing beaches. You can do many things in Phuket but at the end of the day, you must experience the relaxation of Thai massage in Phuket. You will surely get the best relaxation in traditional Thai massage.
13. Floating markets are located throughout Bangkok and are extremely popular to visit on the weekends for both locals. The 100-year-old markets are one of the best things to visit in Thailand and therefore it is one of the most famous tourist spots in Bangkok.
14. The Temple of the Dawn also known as Wat Arun towers is 260 ft above the river Chao Phraya. The temple is one of Bangkok’s major tourist attractions with fabulous views of the rising and setting sun. You can climb the temple to see the magnificent view across the river to the Grand Palace and beyond, but be careful as its narrow steps are not for the faint-hearted.

It is shocking to know that each year, about 60,00,000 tourists visit Thailand and the number continues to grow every year. The wonderful place Bangkok feels attracts 11,000,000 non-resident visitors each year. Everyone can visit this exciting place with your family and friends by booking Cheap Thailand Packages and flights, visit website or from any of the travel agent.

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