1. A Presentation By Emmanuel Reddish
Thailand
A Presentation By Emmanuel Reddish

2. Location located in the continent of Asia
shares land borders with 4 countries: Burma, Cambodia, Malaysia and Lao People’s Democratic Republic
12 meters above sea level

3. Area
198, 117 mi²

4. Population
approx. 67, 400, 746 people (based on data)

5. Climate controlled by tropical monsoons
weather is generally hot and humid across most of the country throughout most of the year
3 distinct seasons: the hot season from March to May, the cool season from November to February, and the rainy season from about June to October

6. Traditional Clothing for Women
Ruean Ton (collarless blouse), Chitlada (daytime ceremonial dress), Amarin (evening attire), Borom Phiman (luxurious formal evening attire), Chakkri (elegant wear), Chakkraphat (conservative attire), and Siwalar (formal evening costume for royal ceremonies)

7. Traditional Clothing for Men
Suea Phraratchathan (royally bestowed shirt)

8. Religion
Buddhism of the Theravada school (nearly 95% of the population)
others include Thai Buddhism and Hinduism

9. Food main food is rice most Thai food is hot and spicy
Phat Thai (thin rice noodles stir-fried with egg, tofu and shrimp)
Tom yam (sour Thai soup)
Laap (minced meat seasoned with roasted rice powder, lime juice, fish sauce and fresh herbs)

10. Holidays / Celebrations
Songkran (April): traditional Thai New Year; symbolically wash sins away and bless friends with water; young people have fun with buckets of water and huge water guns getting everyone soaking wet

11. Holidays / Celebrations
Loy Krathong (November): ancient festival to honor and thank the water spirits for all the water provided during the growing season
also celebrate Makha Buccha Day

12. Language primarily Thai (spoken by approx. 80% of the population)
also dialects of Lao, Yawi, Chinese, and a few can speak English

13. Type of Government
governed by a Constitutional Monarchy and the official power rests with a Parliamentary system headed by the Prime Minister

14. Current Heads of State
Monarchy: His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej (reigned since 1946)
Prime Minister: Prayut Chan-o-cha (a retired Royal Thai Army officer)

15. Capital
Bangkok (largest and most populated city in the country)

16. Literacy Rate
96.7% of the people can read and write

17. Education
Since 2001, Thailand’s educational system has been divided into 3 levels.
Level 1: first 3 years of school; KG1 to KG3; 3 to 5 years old

18. Education
Level 2: Primary or elementary school (Pratham); P1 to P6; 6 to 11 years old
Level 3: Secondary School (Mattayom); M1 to M6; 12 to 18 years old

19. Education Level 1 is optional, but all must complete P1 to M6
Students must pass a test to move to the next year.

20. Family Life
most families consist of parents and children, as well as grandparents, aunts, and cousins in the same house
common for both parents to work and be responsible for family
very rare that mothers remain at home as a homemaker

21. Family Life
fathers tend to make major decisions and mothers are responsible for house chores
families make every effort to eat meals together

22. Social Status believe in Karma social status of people is untouched
belief that a person who has a high social position acquired this in previous lives and that this person helps those beneath him / her in return for respect and thankfulness

23. Customs and Traditions
The wai is the traditional form of greeting in general and you wait for your host / hostess to introduce you to other guests.
If invited to a home, a gift is not expected, but will be appreciated and should be wrapped attractively because appearance matters.
Dress conservatively.

24. Art numerous religious sculptures beautiful Thailand temples
traditional and contemporary art is popular

25. Literature
literature is essential to Thai people especially religious scriptures and stories
most prominent literary work is the Ramakien (national epic derived from scripture)
famous writers include Pira Sudham, Suntham Phu, and Chit Phumisak

26. Economic / Financial System
Currency: Thai Baht
1 THB equals approx. 28 cents in U.S. money

27. Music reflects its geographic position
typically classical which is synonymous of court ensemble
famous singers include Tata Young, Palmy, and Myria Benedetti

28. Dance
classical and folk dance
main dramatic art form

29. Top 10 Reasons to Travel to Thailand
Thailand is affordable
year round sunshine
delicious Thai food
some of the best beaches in the world
tons of shopping

30. Top 10 Reasons to Travel to Thailand
ease of travel
amazing cities
the people
Thailand’s Buddhist Heritage
the nightlife (bars and clubs)