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The official name of the country capital, Bangkok, translates as City of Angels, Great City, City of Eternal Treasure, Impregnable City of God Indra, Majestic Capital of the World, Gifted with Nine Precious Stones, Happy City, Full of Abundance. Grand Royal Palace, Resembling a Divine Abode, Where the Reincarnated God Reigns, City Given by Indra and Built by Vishnukarn. The city's name is the longest in the Guinness Book of Records.

The calendar is different from the world calendar by 543 years. That is, in the 2011 European year, it was 2554 in Thailand. Don't be surprised to see the expiration date of the technical inspection on your car.

The Padaung tribe in Myanmar and Thailand is known for its neck-lengthening tradition. Women wear brass rings from age 5, adding up to 9 kg over time. A myth suggests that their neck muscles atrophy, and removing the rings could cause suffocation, but the women can easily put on and take off the rings, highlighting the uniqueness of this practice.

Thailand is the only country in the world where the King is the patron of all religions, but according to the Constitution, he is obliged to be a Buddhist.

All Buddha statues are rented from their manufacturers since the image of Buddha is too sacred to be bought or sold. Therefore, Buddha statues cannot be exported from the country.

The country, a land of diverse cultures and traditions, is home to a unique perspective on animals. In this country, all cats are considered Siamese, a belief that extends to dogs, elephants, roosters, snakes, and other animals. This cultural quirk, rooted in the country's history, adds a layer of richness and appreciation to Thailand's cultural tapestry.

One of the main concepts in Thai life is Sanuk, that is, what they like to do. It is impossible to force a Thai to do something he does not like. The answer will be one—maisanuk, that is, not fun.

The Emerald Buddha statue is the Thai state's main shrine. It is kept in the Wat Prakaeo monastery in Bangkok. The statue's appearance history is highly vague and confusing.

Many Thais are familiar with Muay Thai, or Thai boxing. Previously, fighters wrapped their hands in mare's skin, throws and groin strikes were allowed, and it was possible to bite an opponent. Now, all of this is prohibited.

Every Thai also has a spirit - khuan. Its house is the head. Therefore, you should never touch a Thai's head: this shows disrespect for the spirit.

The Kingdom was called Siam in ancient times, but in 1949, the country received its current name. The origin of the name Thailand is more obvious: land means country, and tai means free. Siam-Thailand is the only Southeast Asian state that no one has ever colonized.

Muang Boran (Muang Boran, in Thai, Ancient City) is the largest open-air museum in the world. It is located in the province of Samut Prakan.

In the Kingdom, you can see fish fights. If male fighting fish Betta splendens or Siamese fighting fish are placed in one aquarium, one male will definitely kill the other. The pugnacity of these fish is used in the Kingdom of Thailand, arranging fish fights similar to cockfights.

In this country, red ink is used to write a name in two cases: if a person has died or if they want him to die.

The World Meteorological Station claims that Bangkok is the hottest capital in the world (average annual temperature +28°C).

In the city of Surat Thani, there is a Monkey College, a unique educational institution for monkeys. There, they are taught various tricks to entertain tourists and how to get coconuts from palm trees. Successful students can pick about 1000 coconuts a day.

The Padaung tribe lives in Thailand and neighboring Myanmar. They traditionally lengthen the necks of their women with brass rings. The first ring is put on a girl at the age of 5, and then more are added throughout her life, so the total weight of the rings can reach 9 kg.

Touching the heads of Thais, as well as Indians, Nepalese, and some other Asians is extremely indecent, as is stroking the heads of their children. These people consider the head a sacred part of the body, which monks and parents can touch.

Thailand is the only country in Southeast Asia where Christianity is accepted and protected by law.

The largest restaurant in Bangkok, The Royal Dragon Restaurant, can simultaneously serve 5,000 visitors. This entry was in the Guinness Book of Records in 1992.