Thailand was formerly known as Siam and has never been colonized. It is a constitutional monarchy currently ruled by King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who has reigned since 1946 and is the world's longest serving monarch. Thailand has a population of around 66 million and Bangkok is the capital and largest city. Buddhism is the dominant religion and Thai culture has been influenced by Indian and Chinese traditions. The Thai economy relies on agriculture, particularly rice, as well as tourism. In 2014, the Thai military seized power in a coup due to ongoing political protests and unrest.

3. - Thailand (Former
known as SIAM before
1939).
- The Thais called
their country “Muang
Thai” meaning “LAND
OF THE FREE”
- Thailand was never
colonized by any
western power.

4. • Thailand is a
monarchy headed by
king Bhumibol
Adulyadej, RAMA IX,
the worlds longest
reigning monarch, who
became a king RAMA IX
in June 1946. He was
born in the US in
1927. He also
composed Thailand
national anthem.

5. • The worlds longest serving
current head of State and the
country’s longest reigning monarch.
The king of Thailand’s titles
include Head of State, Head of the
Armed Forces, Adherent of Buddhism
and Upholder of religious.

6. • Thailand is the world’s 51st
largest country. It is the 20th most
populous country in the world with
around 66 million people. The
capital and largest city is Bangkok.

7. • Religion in Thailand is varied. There is no
official state religion in the Thai
constitution.
• The king is required by law to be THERAVADA
BUDDHIST (which is an integral part of thai
identity and culture)
• The main religion practiced in Thailand is
Buddhism.
• Muslims is the second largest religious group
in Thailand.

8. Ranad ek
- is a Thai xylophone.
Ranad ek bars are
typically made from
rosewood, although in
rare instances
instruments with bamboo
bars can be found.

9. • Thai cuisine blends five fundamental tastes:
sweet, spicy, bitter, and salty. Common
ingredients used in thai cuisine include
garlic, chillies, lime juice, lemon grass, and
fish sauce.
• The main products are: rice, sugar cane,
peanut, and rubber.
• Thailand is rice, particularly jasmine
variety rice (also known as “Hom Mali Rice)

13. Suea Phraratchathan Thai Chakkri

14. • In 2014, the literacy rate was 93.5%
• Education is provided by a well-
organized school system of
Kindergartens, primary, lower secondary
and upper secondary schools.
• Education is compulsory up to and
including age 14 with the government
providing free education through to age
17.

15. • Thailand is an emerging economy and is
considered a newly industrialised
country.
• Thailand is the 2nd largest economy in
Southeast asia after Indonesia.
• Thailand ranks midway in the wealth
spread in southeast asia as it is the 4th
richest nation.

16. • Head of government
of Thailand, Prayut
Chan-o-cha
• Prime Minister is
also the chair of the
cabinet of Thailand.
• Thai House of
Representative by a
simply majority then
sworn in by the king
of Thailand

17. • The law of Thailand are based
on the civil war, but have been
influenced by common law.

18. • Constitution of Thailand
• Acts and Status
• Emergency decree or royal proclamation
• Treaties
• Subordinate legislation
• Supreme court opinions and other
judicial decisions

20. Railay Beach

21. The Grand Palace, Bangkok

22. Sunday Walking Street, Chiang Mai

23. Khao Yai National Park

24. Historic City of Ayutthaya

25. Floating Markets

26. The city of angels, the great city,
the residence of the Emerald
Buddha, the impregnable city
(unlike Ayutthaya) of God Indra,
the grand capital of the world
endowed with nine precious gems,
the happy city, abounding in an
enormous Royal Palace that
resembles the heavenly abode
where reigns the reincarnated
god, a city given by Indra and built
by Vishnukarn.”

30. Thai army declares Martial Law

31. *Thailand's army has declared martial law, deploying troops in
the heart of Bangkok before dawn in an attempt to end
months of political turmoil and violence that has claimed 28
lives to date.
*The army's commander, General Prayuth Chan-ocha said the
military had stepped in to restore order, and invited both
sides of the kingdom's bitter political divide to talks.

33. Four people died and more than 100 were injured as
violence returned to Bangkok over the weekend. Riot
police held their lines by using water cannons, tear
gas and rubber bullets to force back thousands of
protesters attempting to storm government buildings
by throwing rocks and homemade explosives.
Attempts to unseat the government of Prime Minister
Yingluck Shinawatra appear to be entering their final
phase, as protest leader Suthep Thaugsuban declared
a “day of victory” on Sunday. He gave the embattled
Thai Prime Minister two days to step down.
Thaugsuban has since moved to an undisclosed
location.

35. This is Gluta, whose owner likes to call her the happiest dog in the
world. Given her history, we think the name fits as she was rescued
from the street and beat cancer to get to where she is today.
Gluta’s owner found her as a stray while living in a dormitory in
Thailand. Dogs weren’t allowed, but he snuck her in anyway and fed
her because of her friendliness and tidiness. When she fell ill in her
battle with uteral cancer, both she and her owner stuck through it
and she beat the illness.
Now, she’s a beautiful, clever and, most importantly, well-loved dog
who loves to pose for adorable and silly photos. Her happiness is
infectious and, given what she’s lived through, heartfelt and real!