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Thailand

A beautiful beach in Koh Lanta, Thailand. From behind a few branches we can see the sea, the beach, behind which there is a rock full of green trees.

Thailand is often called the "Land of Smiles". One of the country's numerous art forms, is its cuisine, known for being able to balance sweet, salty, sour and spicy flavours perfectly. The country's recent conservation projects to protect biodiversity have been important for the diverse ecosystems and wildlife, which range from areas such as mountains to tropical beaches. There is something for everyone in Thailand, whether your exploring Bangkok, diving in Koh Tao, or chilling in Pai.

ThailandCheatsheet

A bunch of useful, and interesting facts, visible at a glance

Official website for visa and e-visa

Capital

Bangkok

Population

71,810,000

Languages

Thai

Life Expectancy

79.27 years

Currencies

Bhat (BHT)

Dishes to Look Out For

  • Pad Thai
  • Green Curry
  • Pad Krapow
  • Tom Yum Sup
  • Mango Sticky Rice

Basic phrases

  • Sa Wat Dee (ka,khap) [sa-wat-dee]- Hello
  • Kawp Koon (ka,khap) [kop-koon]- Thank you
  • Lah Gorn [la-gon]- Goodbye
  • Aroi Mak Mak [a-roy mak mak]- Delicious
  • Kor Tot [kor-tot]- Sorry

Favourite Co-working Space(s) & Why

Yellow Coworking, Chiang MaiGreat Community, Spacious
Kohub, Koh LantaLocation, Great Community, Food
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Articles from Thailand

View of Wat Phra Kaew, home of the Emerald Buddha, in Bangkok. The photo hints at the facade of the palace, with a wall of a bright purple, in front of which stand some beautiful golden columns. The roof is triangular in shape with a red color, and behind the roof a wonder is barely visible.
On the stairs of the palace and in front of it, there are many tourists admiring its beauty, some of whom are also taking pictures.
History
April 01, 2023

The Emerald Buddha: A Tale of Travel around Southeast Asia

Train to Chiang Mai
Travel
January 21, 2023

Exploring Thailand from Bangkok to Chiang Mai by train

An authentic and highly realistic plate of Pad Thai, prepared in a street food stall. The dish includes stir-fried rice noodles, shrimp, bean sprouts, eggs, tofu, and peanuts, garnished with fresh lime wedges, cilantro, and a sprinkle of chili flakes. The scene captures the vibrant, bustling atmosphere of a street food market, with colorful ingredients and cooking utensils in the background. The plate is on a rustic wooden table, with typical chopsticks beside it and a small dish of extra lime wedges and chili flakes on the side.
Food
May 18, 2024

The intriguing story behind Pad Thai's origins